Introduction Paragraph and Persuasive Essay Structure Quiz
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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an introductory paragraph?

  • State the writer's opinion
  • Provide a call to action
  • List the supporting details
  • Briefly state the three main reasons (correct)

    • How does the writer catch the reader's attention in an introductory paragraph?

  • By providing a call to action
  • By sharing personal anecdotes (correct)
  • By listing facts and statistics
  • By stating the writer's opinion

    • What is the purpose of the call to action in a concluding paragraph?

  • Restate the reasons of the essay
  • Persuade the reader to accept a particular position
  • Provide a summary statement
  • Make a plea to support the writer's cause (correct)

    • How should each reason in a body paragraph be introduced?

    <p>With a topic sentence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What provides evidence to support the reason in each body paragraph?

    <p>Supporting details</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of an introductory paragraph persuades the reader to accept a particular position or point of view?

    <p>The thesis statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a thesis statement briefly state in an essay?

    <p>The three reasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many paragraphs does a Persuasive Essay typically have?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a concluding paragraph in an essay?

    <p>Provide a brief re-statement of reasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many supporting details are usually found in each body paragraph of an essay?

    <p>2-3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the call to action in a concluding paragraph?

    <p>Make a plea to support the writer's cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of an essay introduces each reason/claim that will be supported in the body paragraphs?

    <p>Topic sentence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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