Essay Writing Guide

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What should you do before writing an English paper?

  • Create a detailed drawing.
  • Write the conclusion first.
  • Plan your response with a brief outline. (correct)
  • Choose a random quote.

What is the purpose of a thesis statement?

  • To summarize the plot of the story.
  • To list all the quotes you will use.
  • To confuse the reader.
  • To present the main argument of your essay. (correct)

What should evidence from the text do for your claims?

  • Contradict them
  • Back them up (correct)
  • Confuse them
  • Obscure them

What is the purpose of analyzing the evidence?

<p>To explain its significance and how it supports your thesis. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the introduction in an essay?

<p>To provide background information and present your thesis statement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should each body paragraph in an essay focus on?

<p>A single supporting idea for your thesis. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of proofreading?

<p>Checking for errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does literary analysis involve?

<p>Analyzing the use of literary devices and their effects. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid in a conclusion?

<p>Introducing new information. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the essay writing process?

<p>Brainstorming (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Thesis Statement

A concise statement of your essay's main argument.

Evidence

Supporting your claims with specific examples from the text.

Evidence Analysis

Discussing the meaning and relevance of your evidence.

Literary devices

A technique where you search for hidden meanings and symbolism.

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Context in Literature

The historical, social, or cultural environment of the text.

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Themes

The core ideas or concepts explored in a literary work.

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Imagery

Technique using strong, descriptive language.

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Metaphor

A comparison between two unlike things.

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Simile

A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.

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Descriptive Essay

Use vivid language and sensory details to create a picture in the reader's mind.

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