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Structuring Paragraphs in an Essay

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What is the main reason the author claims they don't watch the Super Bowl?

They find the game boring because they don't understand the rules of football. (correct)

They are too busy doing laundry to pay attention to the game.

They only watch the game for the commercials.

They are not a fan of the sport of football in general.

According to the passage, what would make the Super Bowl more interesting to the author?

If their significant other was a big fan of football.

If the game had more exciting commercials.

If the game didn't last so long.

If they had a basic understanding of the rules of football. (correct)

What is the author's main point about writing effective essays?

Essays should focus more on interesting commercials than the main content.

Essays should be easy to understand and engaging for the reader. (correct)

Essays should be written in a way that reflects the author's level of interest in the topic.

Essays should be as long as the Super Bowl.

What is the purpose of the analogy between watching the Super Bowl and reading an essay?

To show that both activities can be boring if the viewer/reader doesn't understand the content. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the passage?

To provide tips for writing effective essays. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended length for a paragraph in an essay?

Around 6-7 sentences Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the text suggests for breaking up long paragraphs?

To avoid confusing the reader Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of using more complex sentence structures in a paragraph?

It makes the writing more interesting and engaging for the reader Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason the text gives for why you should avoid long, unwieldy paragraphs?

They can make the essay look less professional Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the example sentences provided in the last part of the text?

To show how to avoid using the same sentence structure repeatedly Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of including a topic sentence in the beginning of a body paragraph?

To indicate the main idea or focus of that paragraph Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques can help achieve coherence within a body paragraph?

Relating events in chronological order Signup and view all the answers

How can providing specific details and examples help improve an essay?

It engages the reader and supports the arguments effectively Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what can result from a lack of thorough development in an essay's paragraphs?

The essay will be vague, boring, and lacking in evidence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to maximize the impact of an essay's paragraphs?

Repeating the same ideas and arguments multiple times Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the main reason the author claims they don't watch the Super Bowl?

According to the passage, what would make the Super Bowl more interesting to the author?

What is the author's main point about writing effective essays?

What is the purpose of the analogy between watching the Super Bowl and reading an essay?

What is the main purpose of the passage?

What is the recommended length for a paragraph in an essay?

What is the main reason the text suggests for breaking up long paragraphs?

What is the main benefit of using more complex sentence structures in a paragraph?

Which of the following is NOT a reason the text gives for why you should avoid long, unwieldy paragraphs?

What is the main purpose of the example sentences provided in the last part of the text?

What is the primary purpose of including a topic sentence in the beginning of a body paragraph?

Which of the following techniques can help achieve coherence within a body paragraph?

How can providing specific details and examples help improve an essay?

According to the passage, what can result from a lack of thorough development in an essay's paragraphs?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to maximize the impact of an essay's paragraphs?

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