Identifying Features of Personal Essays
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What is the primary purpose of the conclusion in a personal essay?

  • To summarize the key points made in the introduction
  • To introduce the writer's personal experience
  • To provide a background for the story
  • To reflect on the experience described in the essay and tell the reader how it impacted the writer's life (correct)
  • What is the typical structure of a body paragraph in a personal essay?

  • Story of the writer's personal experience (correct)
  • Thesis, evidence, and analysis
  • Summary, reflection, and closing thought
  • Introduction, reflection, and conclusion
  • What is the purpose of restating the thesis in a new way in the conclusion?

  • To reflect on the experience and its impact
  • To introduce the writer's personal experience
  • To provide a summary of the key points (correct)
  • To emphasize the significance of the experience
  • What is the function of the reflection in the conclusion?

    <p>To share what the writer has learned from their experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the closing thought in the conclusion?

    <p>To leave a lasting impression on the reader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a personal essay?

    <p>To tell a story about a significant personal experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical structure of a personal essay?

    <p>Introduction, Body, and Conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the hook in a personal essay?

    <p>To grab the reader's attention with a compelling sentence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the background information of a personal essay?

    <p>The setting, circumstances, and key characters involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the thesis statement in a personal essay?

    <p>To conclude the introduction with a clear thesis statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a well-written personal essay?

    <p>It tells a story with a purpose and is organized like most essays</p> Signup and view all the answers

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