ACE Paragraphs - Unit 1 Flashcards

What does the 'A' in our writing acronym ACE stand for?

What does the 'C' in our writing acronym ACE stand for?

What does the 'E' in our writing acronym ACE stand for?

All of the following should be included in the topic sentence of a paragraph on a literary topic EXCEPT:

Which of the following should you avoid in a topic sentence?

Identify the weaknesses in the following topic sentence: In S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders several challenges cause the main character, Ponyboy, to grow up.

Choose the best topic sentence in response to this writing prompt: What important point does Eric Schlosser make by describing the Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Base in the introduction of Fast Food Nation?

Choose the best topic sentence to answer this writing prompt: In Fast Food Nation, Eric Schlosser traces the development of the fast food industry from its beginning in the early years of the twentieth century to the present. In a well-developed paragraph, explain the socio-economic factors that contributed to this 'food movement.'

ACE Writing Framework

"A" stands for Answer: directly address the question posed in the writing prompt.
"C" stands for Cite: provide text evidence or quotes to support the answer.
"E" stands for Explain: clarify how the provided evidence backs up the claim made.

Topic Sentence Guidelines

A topic sentence in literary analysis should not include the writer's personal opinion.
Avoid asking questions in topic sentences, as this can lead to confusion and lack of clarity.
Topic sentences should not leave the reader questioning "how?" or "why?" regarding the main idea.

Weakness in Topic Sentences

A weak topic sentence is vague and ambiguous. Example: "In S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders several challenges cause the main character, Ponyboy, to grow up," lacks specificity, prompting questions from the reader.

Strong Topic Sentences

A strong topic sentence effectively addresses the writing prompt with clarity.
Example response regarding Eric Schlosser’s Fast Food Nation: “In Eric Schlosser's Fast Food Nation, he uses the Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Base to show that fast food is (almost literally) everywhere, even top secret military bases buried in a mountain.”
Another example: “In Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser, the success of the fast food industry in the United States is attributed to the population boom in California immediately after World War II and the growth of the automobile industry.”

Test your knowledge on the ACE writing strategy with these flashcards! This quiz focuses on the essential components of the acronym: Answer, Cite, and Explain. Perfect for students looking to improve their writing skills in academic settings.