Using Examples in Writing

This video tutorial teaches the use of four words in writing: 'for example', 'for instance', 'cycles', and 'like'. Each word is explained with examples to show how they support the main idea in sentences. 'For example' and 'for instance' are used to provide examples, while 'cycles' modifies words, and 'like' categorizes words. The tutorial emphasizes varying word choice to maintain interest in writing.

What is the main purpose of the video?

• To teach how to write essays

• To explain the use of four specific words in writing

• To discuss grammar rules

• To provide a history of the English language

Which word is used to connect sentences and support the main idea?

• For instance

• Cycles

• For example

• Like

What is a potential downside of using 'for example' too frequently?

• It can confuse the reader

• It can make writing boring

• It can make sentences too complex

• It can lead to grammatical errors

What is the main idea of using 'for example' in writing?

• To support the main idea with examples

• To introduce a new topic

• To list items in a series

• To conclude a paragraph

Why should 'for instance' be used instead of 'for example'?

• To emphasize the main idea

• To simplify the sentence structure

• To avoid repetition and keep writing interesting

• To make sentences more complex

Which word is suggested as an alternative to 'for example'?

• Such as

• For instance

• Like

• Cycles

What is the purpose of using 'for instance'?

• To provide a counterargument

• To give an example without repetition

• To introduce a new paragraph

• To summarize the main idea

Which word is used to avoid making writing boring?

• Like

• For instance

• For example

• Cycles

What is the primary function of 'cycles' in a sentence?

• To connect two sentences

• To conclude a statement

• To modify words rather than sentences

• To introduce a new paragraph

In what context is 'cycles' used according to the video?

• To list examples of a category

• To modify words within a sentence

• To introduce a new idea

• To conclude a paragraph