WorksheetsPart Four: Informative Essay ENG12
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 14mins
Informative writing is when
you are informing the reader about a topic
you argue a position
write a descriptive novel for profit
write a screenplay
Should you use transition words and phrases in your informative essay?
Not at all
maybe
who knows?
YES!
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.
It tastes really good.
Candy contains high amounts of sugar.
You can find many artificial additives in candy.
Eating too much candy can give you cavities.
Informative writing is different from argumentative writing because
they are two different writing styles
they are not different
there is no argument or counterargument
what is writing?
What tone should informative writing have?
humorous
melancholy
neutral
sarcastic
Where should the thesis (what you will inform us about) for your informative essay be located?
the reference sheet
the declaration of independence
conclusion
the intro paragraph, last sentence
Do you need evidence and elaboration for an informative essay?
Yes
No
Maybe
Ask again later
In this type of writing, the reader will see words/phrases such as because, as a result of, and due to.
cause & effect
problem & solution
sequence
compare & contrast
This is an example of an informative text
True
False
What is a "quotation"?
Dialogue which has these symbols ' ' surrounding it
The lead of the story
Dialogue that has these symbols " " surrounding it
What source isn't credible?
A webpage with an unidentified author or affiliation
A webpage from a college or university
A government webpage
A peer reviewed article
