Which of the following is NOT a function of a paragraph?
A. Paragraphs serve as building blocks.
B. Paragraphs usually present a single main idea expressed in a
topic sentence.
C. Paragraphs serve to summarize the purpose expressed in the thesis.
D. Paragraph breaks signal transitions, moving readers from one
main idea to another.
Ques. 2Which of the following is NOT an effective way to study for an essay exam?
A. Focus only on memorizing definitions from your subject matter.
B. Practice writing possible answers to test questions.
C. Consider how patterns of development (i.e. definition, cause and
effect, and compare and contrast) fit with your subject matter.
D. Start studying several days before the exam.
Ques. 3In the revise stage of the writing process, your goal is to _________.
A. try to revise on a computer so you can apply the spell and grammar check
B. examine all sections of your essay to check for logic, organization, support,
and transitions
C. focus on your use of transitions
D. revise for spelling and punctuation, two areas frequently ignored by students
Ques. 4An effective method of organizing your ideas is to _________.
A. create various thesis statements as alternatives to better topics
B. engage in further clustering or mapping
C. outline your paper's introduction, body, and conclusion
D. read your draft several times, and then edit it
Ques. 5A good thesis _______.
A. expresses an opinion and makes a statement
B. is the same thing as a narrowed topic
C. always belongs at the end of your paper
D. is easiest to write before you begin prewriting activities
Ques. 6After you limit your topic, the next step is to develop a main point.
This main point is known as a _______.
A. cluster
B. transition
C. thesis
D. questioning technique
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