Essay Structure: Main Idea, Thesis & Topic Sentences
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What is the primary function of structure and organization in a written piece?

  • To make the writing process more complicated
  • To confuse the reader
  • To ignore the main idea of the essay
  • To clearly communicate ideas and help the reader understand (correct)
  • What is the main idea of an essay?

  • A one-to-two sentence statement that summarizes the entire essay
  • The last sentence of the conclusion
  • A key sentence that discusses specific points in a paragraph
  • The concept that is being discussed or analyzed throughout the entire essay (correct)
  • Where is the thesis statement typically located in an essay?

  • In the title
  • In the introduction (correct)
  • In the body paragraphs
  • In the conclusion
  • What is the purpose of a topic sentence in an essay?

    <p>To discuss and elaborate on specific points from the thesis statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to differentiate between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?

    <p>Because they have different roles in communicating the ideas of the piece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement?

    <p>To clearly express the argument or analysis that will be discussed throughout the essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between an explanatory and argumentative thesis statement?

    <p>Purpose and tone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a topic sentence?

    <p>To introduce the main idea of each paragraph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the thesis statement and topic sentences?

    <p>The topic sentences are supporting evidence for the thesis statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of revising a thesis statement?

    <p>It clarifies and refines the argument</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

    <p>To clearly state the argument or analysis of the main idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a topic sentence in a supporting paragraph?

    <p>To connect the supporting ideas to the thesis statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of determining the main idea of an essay?

    <p>Select a general topic, narrow it down to a specific idea, and write a main idea statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a purpose statement in writing a thesis statement?

    <p>To identify the audience and explain how the content will be presented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a well-constructed thesis statement?

    <p>It should clearly present the argument or analysis with clarity as a priority</p> Signup and view all the answers

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