Characteristics of Effective Sentences
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What is the main purpose of a Narrative Paragraph?

  • To explain a process or concept
  • To persuade the reader
  • To tell a story (correct)
  • To describe something vividly

    • A persuasive paragraph aims to explain a process or concept.

    False

    What are the two sources of data in a scientific paper?

    Primary (directly from the field) and secondary (from literature sources)

    A Deductive-Inductive Paragraph has a topic sentence at the _______________ and end.

    <p>beginning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of an Expository Paragraph?

    <p>To explain a process or concept</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following paragraph types with their descriptions:

    <p>Narrative Paragraphs = Tell a story Persuasive Paragraphs = Persuade the reader Descriptive Paragraphs = Describe something vividly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A scientific essay presents a problem based on empirical and subjective data.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A paper in the context of scientific essays refers to a scientific paper that presents a problem based on empirical and objective ________________________.

    <p>data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the characteristics of an effective sentence in terms of parallelism?

    <p>Consistency in word forms used within a sentence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A good paragraph typically has only one or two sentences.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An effective sentence should avoid ______ conjunctions.

    <p>unnecessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of an argumentative essay?

    <p>To convince with logic, reasons, and evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following essay models with their descriptions:

    <p>Narrative = Tells a story (fictional or non-fictional) Persuasion = Aims to persuade or invite action Description = Paints a picture, making the reader feel present Exposition = Explains a process or concept clearly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main requirement for a good paragraph in terms of unity?

    <p>Focus on one main idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A sentence with redundancy or repetition is an effective sentence.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of paragraphs in writing?

    <p>A paragraph is a set of sentences supporting one main idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Effective Sentences

    • Equivalence: balance between thoughts and language structure, characterized by clear subject and predicate, no redundancy or repetition, avoidance of unnecessary conjunctions, and correct use of predicates.
    • Parallelism: consistency in word forms used within a sentence, with similar structures for nouns and verbs.
    • Assertiveness: emphasis on the main idea through highlighting important words at the beginning, creating a sequence of words, using contrast to highlight ideas, and applying emphasis particles.
    • Frugality: avoidance of unnecessary words or phrases, including repetition of the subject, synonyms within the same sentence, and redundant plural words.
    • Accuracy: precise word choice to avoid ambiguity or misunderstanding.
    • Cohesion: clear and complete statements without fragmentation, avoiding long-winded sentences and unnecessary words that disrupt clarity.
    • Logic: ensuring the sentence's idea is sensible and follows spelling rules.

    Paragraphs

    • A paragraph is a set of sentences supporting one main idea.
    • Good paragraphs typically have more than one or two sentences, especially in expository and argumentative essays.
    • Essay models include narrative, persuasion, description, exposition, and argumentative.
    • Good paragraph requirements:
      • Unity: focus on one main idea.
      • Cohesion: logical and systematic relationship between sentences.
      • Completeness: sufficient supporting sentences for the main idea.

    Types of Paragraphs

    • By sequence: opening, content, and concluding paragraphs.
    • By topic sentence position: deductive, inductive, and deductive-inductive paragraphs.
    • By content (essay model): narrative, persuasive, descriptive, expository, and argumentative paragraphs.

    Paragraph Development Patterns

    • Opposition patterns: contrast sentences to clarify points.
    • Natural patterns: follow chronological or spatial order.
    • Example giving patterns: use concrete examples to clarify.
    • Classification patterns: group information logically.
    • Causal patterns: show cause and effect relationships.
    • Climax and anticlimactic patterns: build up to a climax or start with the main idea and support it with details.

    Writing Scientific Essays

    • Involves various aspects, including types of scientific essays, benefits of preparing scientific essays, scientific attitudes, citations, footnotes, bibliographies, and the use of language.
    • Types of scientific essays: paper, paperwork, research report, and others.
    • Papers can be primary (from the field) or secondary (from literature sources).

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    This quiz covers the key features of effective sentences, including equivalence and parallelism. Learn how to convey your ideas clearly and avoid common mistakes.

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