Paragraph Structure & Writing Techniques

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the 'Explanation' step in the suggested paragraph structure?

In the context of paragraph construction, what is the primary role of 'Support' after making and explaining a claim?

What is the ultimate purpose of a 'Clincher' sentence?

Which of the following is the least effective type of support to use when trying to prove your point?

Why is brevity stressed during the explanation phase of paragraph construction?

Which property of a well-written text ensures a logical flow and completeness of ideas?

If a text lacks proper spelling, punctuation, and capitalization, which property of a well-written text is most affected?

What is the primary function of argumentation in writing?

Which of the following combinations of writing methods would be most effective in exploring the topic 'The impact of social media on political discourse'?

A student struggles to understand an expository text because they cannot identify the main points and how they connect. According to Dymock (2005), which aspect of the text is the student having trouble with?

Which of the following best describes the role of 'coherence' in a well-written text?

To effectively argue for or against a specific policy change, what should a writer primarily focus on?

If a writer wants to thoroughly explore the topic of climate change, which combination of writing methods would be most appropriate?

Which of the following best describes the primary function of a topic sentence within a paragraph?

How many key elements of a thesis statement should typically be repeated in a topic sentence, according to the instructions?

In the context of essay writing, what is the relationship between a thesis statement and topic sentences?

Which question is LEAST relevant when formulating a topic sentence for a paragraph?

Considering the provided thesis: 'Steroids should be banned from professional sports because of adverse health risks to athletes, illegitimate claims to records, and irreversible damage to the essence of sports,' which of the following is the MOST effective topic sentence for a paragraph discussing the 'illegitimate claims to records'?

What is the primary purpose of the 'Illustrate' step in the paragraph writing process described?

What is the purpose of concluding a paragraph with a 'Clincher Sentence'?

According to the instructions, what is the minimum number of sentences required per paragraph?

Which of the following best describes the relationship between a topic sentence and a thesis statement?

A paragraph discusses the decreasing population of bees and its potential impact on agriculture. Which of the following would be considered a statistic used to support this main idea?

Which of the following sentences is the MOST effective clincher sentence for a paragraph discussing the benefits of regular exercise?

A paragraph's topic sentence is: "Online education offers numerous benefits to students." Which of the following elaboration strategies would be MOST effective in developing this paragraph?

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the use of sensory details to elaborate on the description of a bustling marketplace?

A paragraph aims to explain the impact of social media on political discourse. Which elaboration technique would BEST suit this purpose?

If a paragraph's main idea is that 'exercise improves sleep quality,' which of the following supportive details would be BEST classified as anecdotal evidence?

Which of the following topic sentences is the MOST effective for a paragraph that will describe the evolution of smartphones?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of constructive language?

Why is it important to choose precise and clear language?

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'register' in language?

How does destructive language impact the reader?

Which sentence best demonstrates the principle of avoiding the conversion of verbs into nouns?

A writer aims to build 'homophily' with their audience. What is the most effective way to achieve this through language?

In workplace communication, when is it most appropriate to use a formal register?

Which of the following reflects constructive language when addressing a mistake?

Which of the following best describes the primary function of transitional sentences in a well-structured paragraph?

A paragraph that lacks a clear main idea or attempts to cover too many unrelated concepts suffers from which of the following issues?

According to the 'Paragraph Recipe', what is the correct order of components required to construct an effective paragraph?

Which STTC element ensures that the paragraph is focused and does not veer off into multiple unrelated discussions?

What role do phrases like 'furthermore,' 'however,' and 'consequently' play in a paragraph's construction?

Imagine a study finds that students who spend significantly more time on recreational activities outside school hours perform poorly in their academic subjects. How does this finding relate to the argument presented in favor of longer recess periods?

A school implements 60-minute recess periods and tracks student test scores before and after the change. What additional data would be most useful in determining if the longer recess periods are the primary cause of any observed changes in student performance?

The argument suggests that an increase in physical exercise is one factor in improving student scores. Why is it important to acknowledge that exercise is 'just one of the necessary ingredients?'