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Expository Writing PREtest

Total questions: 39

Worksheet time: 1hrs 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What is the purpose of an expository writing piece?
a)
To inform/explain
b)
To persuade
c)
To express ideas/feelings
d)
To entertain
2.
An expository essay needs to have an objective tone. This means...
a)
No facts, just opinions
b)
Mostly facts, some opinions
c)
Only the facts, no opinions
d)
Some facts, some opinions
3.
An expository essay needs to avoid these pronouns...
a)
All pronouns
b)
3rd person pronouns
c)
1st and 2nd person pronouns
d)
1st person pronouns
4.
An expository essay should only contain __________ language.
a)
Informal
b)
Slang
c)
Vocabulary
d)
Formal
5.
True or false: An expository essay can use contractions.
a)
True
b)
False
6.
If you are including the number 5 in your writing, what is the correct way to write it?
a)
5
b)
Five
c)
5.0
d)
Five (5)
7.
True or false: A website is biased if it shows multiple points of view. 

a)
True
b)
False
8.
True or false: When researching, you should type an entire research question into Google and use the first website that comes up.
a)
True
b)
False
9.
When writing your essay, you don't have room or time to:
a)
Repeat yourself
b)
Write a hook
c)
Write a draft on scratch paper
d)
Write in the third person
10.
Never, never, never, never, never:
a)
Shift focus from your thesis
b)
Restate your thesis in the conclusion
c)
Write in the first person
d)
Write about others' experiences
11.
An expository essay is responsible for doing what?
a)
Convincing
b)
Persuading
c)
Narrating
d)
Explaining
12.
The thinking or logic used to make a claim in an argument.
a)
The press
b)
Reasoning
c)
Refutation
d)
Evidence 
13.
The specific facts, examples, and other details used to support the reasoning. 
a)
Concession
b)
Evidence
c)
Prohibiting
d)
Reasoning 
14.

During 1986, more than 600,000 immigrants entered the United States from at least twenty countries.

a)

fact

b)

reason

c)

example or incident

d)

statistic

15.

The number of daycare facilities has increased largely because so many women with young children have entered the work force.

a)

fact

b)

reason

c)

example or incident

d)

statistic

16.

A hurricane is a storm characterized by high winds that cause much damage.

a)

fact

b)

reason

c)

example or incident

d)

statistic

17.

The basic elements of an expository essay are

a)

people, events, and a setting.

b)

an overall impression and supporting sensory details.

c)

an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.

18.

How many paragraphs should an expository essay have?

a)

1

b)

2-3

c)

3-4

d)

4-5

19.
What is a thesis statement?
a)
A sentence that gives your opinion about your topic
b)
A sentence that comes at the beginning of your essay
c)
A sentence that explains your topic/central idea
d)
A sentence that uses a lot of vocabulary words
20.
True or False: The thesis statement belongs in your body paragraphs.
a)
True
b)
False
21.
Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis?
"When we pick ourselves up from a bad experience, we are able to grow as people." 
a)
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to learn from our experiences.
b)
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to be passionate about something.
c)
WRITE an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.
d)
WRITE an essay explaining whether it is important to have goals.
22.
The thesis statement should answer the question and give 2-3 __________.
a)
Sentences
b)
Words
c)
Reasons
23.

A synonym for thesis is...

a)

transitions

b)

topic sentence

c)

claim

d)

concluding idea

24.
A thesis statement can be made more specific by listing subpoints.  These help give your reader a clear idea of what will follow in your essay.
Which of these makes a clear thesis statement?
a)
A. The reason why I came to the United States is to study.
b)
B. The reasons why I came to the United States to study were to educate myself and then return to Malaysia to apply my education.
c)
C. There were many reasons why I came to the United States to study.
25.
A strong thesis is specific and gives the reader an idea of the type of information that will follow.Which revision to the thesis below is strongest?Technology has helped society.
a)
Technology has helped society a lot.
b)
Technology can be both helpful and harmful.
c)
Technology has improved daily life by making it easier to communicate, access information and find goods and services.
d)
Many people think technology is helpful, others think it can be harmful, and some people think it can be both.
26.

Is the following an example of a strong or weak thesis statement:

Students should be required to wear school uniforms because uniforms keep students attentive on their education, and they can foster community spirit and pride.

a)

strong

b)

weak

27.

Is the following thesis statement strong or weak?

Requiring students to volunteer is a good thing to do because it makes students good community members.

a)

strong

b)

weak

28.

Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?

a)

Violent video games are harmful for young people to play.

b)

Violent video games are harmful to young people, and it should be stopped.

c)

Violent video games are harmful for young people to play because it promotes a sedentary lifestyle and encourages violence.

d)

Violent video games are harmful for young people because they should be reading a book.

29.

In an expository essay, all body paragraphs need...

a)

Sensory details

b)

Dialogue

c)

Topic/conclusion sentences

d)

Just topic sentences

30.

Topic sentences are typically the...

a)

First sentence in each body paragraph.

b)

Second sentence in each body paragraph.

c)

Third sentence in each body paragraph.

d)

Last sentence in each body paragraph.

31.

Safety rules show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals.

This is a TOPIC SENTENCE for a body paragraph. Add ONE supporting detail.

a)

Now that I have read the safety rules, I can show you how to throw away chemicals.

b)

If dangerous chemicals aren't disposed of properly, hazardous fumes or spills could occur.

c)

The rules in the science lab show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals.

d)
32.
Safety rules show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals. 
This is a TOPIC SENTENCE for a body paragraph. Add ONE supporting detail.
a)
Go ahead and pour chemicals down any sink available. 
b)
Dominique, in my science class, once spilled a chemical on his shoes. 
c)
Certain chemicals have special places where they should be discarded or thrown away.
33.
Read the following introduction to an essay.Many people depend on schools for safety and for food. Schools can become community centers that give people access to knowledge and teach skills. Access to fresh fruit and vegetables and an understanding of the local environment are important to communities. Access to fresh fruit and vegetables means people can make healthier choices. And awareness of the local environment means that ordinary people can make informed choices about their neighborhoods and towns. For these reasons, schools should consider hosting community gardens.Based on this paragraph, what is one reason that the author will use to support her argument that schools should host community gardens?
a)
the importance of access to fresh fruits and vegetables
b)
the fact that many schools have unused space
c)
the benefit of supporting local businesses
d)
the importance of learning about communities in different countries
34.
Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
The best kind of pet is a cat because they are friendly, low maintenance, and have great personalities.
a)
First, cats are affectionate creatures.
b)
Next, cats are inexpensive.
c)
In addition, it is not hard to take care of a cat.
d)
Finally, every cat has a unique personality.
35.
What is the most effective way to write a conclusion?
a)
Just stop writing.
b)
Restate the thesis.
c)
Add additional non-related information.
d)
Try to confuse the reader
36.
Once your essay is complete, it is time to write the conclusion. In this paragraph, you’ll restate your thesis one last time. Often the restated thesis will include more specific examples than the thesis in your introduction.Read the following thesis statement.The internet has not only changed the daily lives of Americans but has also impacted television, film and books.Which of the following conclusions restates the thesis above?
a)
The internet has changed life in America.
b)
Examples of internet speech used by characters in short stories and on television prove that the internet has had a major impact on Americans in real life and in fiction.
c)
Many writers claim they do not like the internet or social media and don’t include it in their fiction.
d)
The best television shows encourage their fans to talk about their plots and characters on social media.
37.
Your conclusion should include all of the following EXCEPT
a)
a restatement of your thesis statement
b)
a transition sentence
c)
main ideas
d)
supporting details
38.
 Safety rules are important because they help prevent fires and explosions, protect the students' skin, clothes, and face, and show children how to get rid of dangerous chemicals. 
What is a good conclusion for this expository essay?
a)
This is the end of my paper about why safety rules are important. I hope you enjoy!
b)
Safety rules prevents serious fires, protect our bodies, and teaches us the correct way to get rid of dangerous chemicals. 
c)
Safety rules are also important because the show you how to use the hot plate. 
39.
In the real world, I see expository...
a)
In Personal Narratives
b)
In News Papers
c)
In movie scripts
d)
I don't even listen

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