WorksheetsReviewing parts of an essay
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 59mins
What is wrong with this thesis statement?
School uniforms are a good idea;
It does not provide reasons.
It uses vague language.
It is not punctuated properly.
All of the above.
What type of paragraph is this?
Have you ever wondered whether people under the age of 18 should be able to drive? There are some that suggest teenagers should wait until they are 18 to drive. While others believe that they should start out younger in order to learn more about the roads. Some considerations that lawmakers should make when determining a legal driving age are adding restrictions and tailoring the quality of driver's education.
Introduction
Body
Counterclaim
Conclusion
Which of the following is the best example of a thesis statement?
Technology is bad for society.
Technology is good!!!
Technology is something that people use.
Technology has both positive and negative impacts on society.
What is the main purpose of a conclusion paragraph?
To provide detailed evidence.
To confuse the reader.
To restate the thesis and summarize the main points.
To introduce new arguments.
Which sentence is an example of a counterclaim?
Many people believe that exercise is beneficial for health.
Some argue that exercise can be harmful if done excessively.
Exercise helps in maintaining a healthy weight.
Regular exercise improves mental health.
Which sentence is an example of a REBUTTAL (which goes after the counterclaim sentence)?
However, this is wrong because fast food leads to health issues if consumed excessively.
Fast food is convenient and affordable, making it a popular choice for busy individuals.
I disagree with this because I believe that fast food is a major contributor to obesity.
Some other people think that fast food is unhealthy.
Where should the thesis statement appear?
after the background information and at the end of the introduction paragraph
at the beginning of each body paragraph
anywhere in the essay, as long as you include it
at the very beginning of the essay
Which is the best thesis statement?
Does Lebron James’s
ability to score makes him the
league’s most valuable player?
Lebron James’s ability to score and rebound are what make him the league’s most valuable player.
Lebron James’s ability to score and rebound just might make him the league’s most valuable player.
Lebron James is an amazing player because he is good at playing.
Which thesis statement is BEST fit for the following prompt: Write an argumentative essay explaining whether or not it is important to laugh.
It is important to laugh because life would just be boring without it.
Humor is a necessity to have in life since it brightens many people's days.
Laughter is vital in life because it has health benefits and enables people to face new challenges.
Humor makes everyone feel happy and is the key to true happiness.
Essays should only contain ___
Formal and academic language.
friendly words.
extreme and angry phrases
Any language that the writer is comfortable with
What is the purpose of an expository essay?
To describe an event with vivid details that would appeal to the reader’s senses
To persuade the reader to change his/her mind and agree with the writer
To entertain the reader by telling a story
To explain information by presenting an idea and relevant evidence
What should NOT be included in an expository essay ?
Facts
Opinions and extreme language
A conclusion
a hook
A thesis or essay should NEVER..
include the phrase, "This paper will be about
have reasons to support the claim
A thesis should never...
ask a question
give two reasons
state your opinion
be short and to the point
Where should a thesis statement appear?
first paragraph, end of the paragraph
anywhere in the essay
last paragraph
the first sentence of every paragraph
answer + _________= thesis statement
opinion
reasons or topics
quotes
paragraphs
How long should a thesis statement be?
One paragraph
One essay
One sentence
One word
What must you remember to do in the conclusion?
Give a last example
Use a transitional sentence
Restate the thesis
Restate the hook
What are some ways to incorporate evidence in your essay?
Including irrelevant, but interesting information
Quoting long paragraphs from the text that connect to your thesis
Direct brief quotes and paraphrases that support the thesis/claim.
Using personal experiences and opinions
What is the very important rule to remember about writing paragraphs?
Write about as many examples that pop into your mind about the topic without clearly explaining them.
Do not move onto a new paragraph without fully explaining the one you are writing about.
What are paragraphs?
Words.
How many sentences should a body paragraph contain?
There is no minimum.
3 sentences
At least 5 sentences
12 sentences
What should you NOT do in the hook sentence at the beginning of your essay?
explain a statistic or fact related to the topic
tell a related anecdotal story
describe a scene with vivid imagery
repeat the question from the prompt
Before you quote a source, you must use a signal phrase such as...
According to the article,
I saw in the text,
no phrase is needed
The conclusion paragraph should
repeat the thesis as well as give a new reason
rephrase the thesis and review all the main points
Which word can replace good when writing an essay?
nice
cool
beneficial
ok
In a world increasingly reliant on technology, is the pursuit of knowledge through traditional methods, such as reading physical books, becoming a relic of the past?
Where is the best place to use this in an essay?
At the beginning of an essay
At the beginning of a Body paragraph
At the beginning of Body paragraph 2
At the end of the conclusion paragraph
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live without a cell phone?
This is an example of a "call to action".
This is a thesis statement.
This is a hook.
This is an elaboration sentence.
Which prompt would need the writer to write an ARGUMENTATIVE essay?
. . . in which you explain the purpose of tagging animals.
. . . in which you analyze John Philip Sousa's musical career.
. . . in which you make and support a claim about whether the United States should continue to explore space or the oceans.
. . . in which you analyze how the speaker in the poem and Hettie in passage one respond to change.
