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Midterm

Total questions: 57

Worksheet time: 14hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which type of paragraph contains cited evidence?
a)
Body
b)
Beginning
c)
Conclusion
d)
Resolution
2.
Which transition signals the conclusion?
a)
In addition
b)
Similarly
c)
For example
d)
As you can see
3.
Which transition signals explaining
a)
author states
b)
this illustrates
c)
in the same way
d)
in addtion
4.
Which transition signals contrast?
a)
furthermore
b)
for instance
c)
as a result
d)
however
5.
What is the first paragraph in a formal essay called?
a)
Beginning
b)
Grabber
c)
Hook
d)
Introduction
6.
What is the last paragraph of a formal essay called?
a)
Resolution
b)
Conclusion
c)
Ending
d)
Finale
7.
Which is the paragraph where key ideas or claims are developed and explained?
a)
Introduction
b)
Body paragraph
c)
Key paragraph
d)
Conclusion
8.

What 3 elements are in the Introductory paragraph?

a)

Evidence, Explain, Elaborate

b)

Opinion, Reasoning, Explain

c)

Hook, Background, Thesis

d)

Thesis, Restate, Conclusion

9.

Which quote supports the claim that we should stop using screens for a week?

a)

"Screens cause students to be distracted and then they cannot learn as well."

b)

"Screens allow students to find information quickly and efficiently."

c)

"Technology has become more advanced in the past ten years."

d)

"Screens on cell phones have become larger in the past few years."

10.

What is the other side of the issue (opposite of your claim) called?

a)

Counterargument

b)

Conclusion

c)

Thesis statement

d)

Ex-claim

11.

Which piece of evidence best supports the claim that we should have sports in middle school?

a)

"In schools that have sports, students attend games after school."

b)

"When schools have sports programs, the school must spend money on coaches and equipment."

c)

"Research shows that school sports increase student interest in school"

d)

"School sports include volleyball, soccer, basketball and tennis."

12.

Which of these transitions would you use in the counterargument paragraph?

a)

However

b)

Also

c)

Similarly

d)

In conclusions

13.
What is a topic sentence?
a)
The sentence that gets the reader's attention.
b)
The sentence that is the main idea of the entire essay.
c)
The final sentence in an essay. 
d)
The sentence that tells the main idea of a paragraph. 
14.
In which part of the essay should your hook go?
a)
The body paragraphs.
b)
The introduction.
c)
The conclusion. 
d)
The topic sentence. 
15.
Why do we need evidence?
a)
To make the paragraphs longer. 
b)
To practice sentence structure.
c)
To make a claim. 
d)
To support, prove, and explain our claim. 
16.
What goes between your hook and your thesis in the intro?
a)
Background 
b)
Quote
c)
Lead in 
d)
Topic sentence
17.

A good introduction ____________ and ______________.

a)

introduces the main idea of your writing

b)

captures the interest of your reader

c)

elaborates on your ideas

d)

gives evidence to support your thesis.

18.
A ___________________ is the main point of your paper.
a)
Thesis
b)
Lead in 
c)
Topic sentence
d)
elaboration
19.
Words like "first, next, last, in conclusion" that give order to your paragraph.
a)
Transitions
b)
Topic Sentence
c)
Elaboration
d)
Concluding sentence
20.
A statement or assertion that addresses part of your thesis. This is the topic sentence of a body paragraph.
a)
Claim
b)
Transition
c)
Elaboration 
d)
Evidence
21.
What are the three main parts of an essay?
a)
The hook, the topic sentence, and conclusion.
b)
Introduction, Hook, Body
c)
Introduction, Body, Conclusion
d)
Claim, Counterclaim, Rebuttal. 
22.
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.
23.

In this essay, I should use the phrases "I believe" or "I think"

a)

True

b)

False

24.

What is the purpose of transitions and transition sentences?

a)

To add more detail

b)

To take up space

c)

To help the paper flow well

d)

To help show how ideas relate to each other

25.

What is the purpose of claims?

a)

Support the argument.

b)

Restate the argument.

c)

Share facts with the reader.

d)

Share the authors point of view.

26.

How many claims are in a "although/because" thesis?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

None

27.

An essay...

a)

always has the same length

b)

never has more than four paragraphs

c)

consists of one or multiple paragraphs

d)

always has five paragraphs

28.

Your conclusion should contain

a)

a restating of your thesis

b)

a brief summary of your main ideas

c)

a thought-provoking questions or a call to action

d)

all of the above

29.

Did you know that you're not born a good writer but that you can learn to be one? - is an example of _____________

a)

a thesis

b)

a topic sentence

c)

an argument

d)

a hook

30.

Which of the following is NOT true of the thesis statement?

a)

It summarizes the essay's main argument/claim

b)

It should begin with the phrase "In this essay, I will..."

c)

It is developed, supported, and explained throughout the essay

d)

It should be one sentence

31.

What is an anecdote?

a)

a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person

b)

an opposing argument to the one a writer is putting forward

c)

The topic, opinion, and 2-3 supporting arguments REPHRASED differently

d)

A sentence that captures the reader's attention at the beginning of an essay

32.

A good thesis statement should be something that another person could disagree with.

a)

True

b)

False

33.
The thesis statement should express a main idea that links to supporting points
a)
True
b)
False
34.
A thesis should never...
a)
say, "This paper will be about"
b)
have reasons to support the claim
35.

What does a Conlusion consist of?

a)

Topic Sentence, Claim, Context, Evidence, Analysis, Concluding Statement, and Transition

b)

Opening Statement, Introduction of Text, Evidence, and Thesis

c)

Restated thesis, Summary of Argument, and Concluding Statement ("So What?")

36.
Is this a good thesis statement:
I think everyone should have a dog because they are loyal, they are fun to play with, and they provide companionship.
a)
Yes
b)
No
37.
Is this a good thesis statement:
I think Chipotle is better than Moe's, better than Qdoba, and better than Taco Bell. 
a)
Yes
b)
No
38.

What do you call the paragraphs where the main ideas are developed and explained?

a)

Conclusions

b)

Main paragraphs

c)

Body paragraphs

d)

Introductions

39.
An admission in argument that the opposing side has valid points. 
a)
Bias
b)
Concession
c)
Evidence
d)
Libel 
40.
The thinking or logic used to make a claim in an argument.
a)
The press
b)
Reasoning
c)
Refutation
d)
Evidence 
41.
Admitting the opposing side may have a valid argument is called a ________.
a)
Refutation
b)
Concession
c)
Claim
d)
Counterargument
42.
Parents should be fined when their
children bully because it will send a
message. Some say It is very difficult for
parents to manage their children
when they leave the house and go to
school. Despite this, thirteen million
kids are bullied each year and
something needs to be done. The fines
will encourage parents to focus on anti-bullying in the home.
Which sentence is the counterclaim?
a)
Despite this, thirteen million
kids are bullied each year and
something needs to be done.
b)
The fines
will encourage parents to
focus on anti-bullying in the home.
c)
Some say it is very difficult for
parents to manage their children
when they leave the house and go to
school.
d)
Parents should be fined when their
children bully because it will send a
message.
43.

What is the correct format for an although/because thesis statement?

a)

Although (counterclaim), (your claim) because (reason one), because (reason two), because (reason three).

b)

Although (claim), (counter claim) because (reason one), because (reason two), because (reason three).

c)

(Your claim) because (reason one), because (reason two), because (reason three).

d)

Although (counterclaim), (your claim) because (reason one) and because (reason two).

e)

Although (counterclaim), (your claim). Because (reason one). Because (reason two). Because (reason three).

44.

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

I will now explain what physical fitness activity is the most effective for healthy weight loss. The best physical fitness activity for healthy weight loss is walking or jogging for thirty minutes a day.

a)

strong

b)

weak

45.
How long is a thesis statement?
a)
1-2 sentences
b)
1-2 paragraphs
c)
1-2 words
d)
1-2 pages
46.
When creating a thesis statement, it is important to think about your...
a)
topic
b)
purpose
c)
audience
d)
all of the above
47.
True or False: There is a difference between the thesis statement and the topic sentence.
a)
True
b)
False
48.
Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
Schools should start later in the day because it would allow for more sleep, aid efforts at better nutrition, and be more convenient for both students and parents.
a)
To begin, if school started later, it would also get out later.
b)
Also, teens would be able to sleep in longer and feel more rested for the start of the day.
c)
Furthermore, it will be easier to eat a healthy breakfast if there is more time to do so.
d)
Most importantly, a later start time would be easier for parents and students to plan around.
49.

How many sentences should an introduction be?

a)

3

b)

4

c)

5

d)

6

e)

As many as needed

50.
A __________ type hook starts off with a personal experience or past event that supports your topic.
a)
story
b)
quote
c)
question
51.
Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
When you bake cookies, you first have to make sure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them together. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.
a)
Baking cookies is really easy to do.
b)
My grandma has the best cookies recipe.
c)
There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies.
d)
Cookies are easier to make than cake.
52.

What does each of the letters of the I.C.E.D strategy for writing body paragraphs stand for?

a)

I - Idea “topic sentence” (claim)

C - Citation (evidence)

E - Elaboration, explain (reasoning & commentary)

D - Defense of thesis

b)

I - Idea “topic sentence” (claim)

C - Commentary

E - Evidence

D - Definition of thesis

53.

Extra Credit Question: How old is Mrs. Waner?

a)

27

b)

28

c)

29

d)

30

54.

Extra Credit Question: What is Mrs. Waner's favorite animal?

a)

Lion

b)

Elephant

c)

Turtle

d)

Puppy

55.

Extra Credit Question: What are Mrs. Waner's kids names?

a)

Jaxson, Lennon, and Mace

b)

Jaime, Lennon, Michael

c)

Joseph, Liliana, Mace

d)

Jaxson, Liliana, Michael

56.

Does the thesis pass the "how and why" test?

School should start at nine in the morning.

a)

Yes

b)

No

57.

Does the thesis pass the "how and why" test?

Americans should add exercise to their morning routine because it helps with stress, lowers the rise of diseases, and helps increase energy levels.

a)

Yes

b)

No

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