Understanding BDO's Tagline and Identifying Main Ideas in Writing
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What is the thesis statement in the introduction paragraph?

  • In this economy, that seems like a lot of money!
  • Wearing school uniforms saves families money.
  • Many people argue that students should wear uniforms to school instead of their own clothes.
  • Due to the reduced costs of uniforms, the reduction of bullying, and the focus on academics.For these reasons, all students should be required to wear uniforms to school. (correct)

    • Which statement BEST supports the argument for schools being within walking distance of students' homes?

  • No students can use the excuse that they missed the bus.
  • Students can sleep later.
  • It gives more people jobs.
  • It reduces pollution and increases physical activity. (correct)

    • In the context of writing a love letter, which writing technique is typically used?

  • Entertaining (correct)
  • Informative
  • Argumentative
  • Persuasive

    • Are persuasive essay writing pieces also known as argumentative essays?

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

    What does BDO's tagline 'We find ways' seek to convey?

    <p>BDO's commitment to innovative problem-solving and customer service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the sentence that states the main idea or point of view of an essay?

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

    What are the components of a persuasive essay?

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

    What is the purpose of persuasive writing?

    <p>To persuade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct verb to use in the sentence 'A large number of soldiers ____ for the country'?

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

    Which two paragraphs in an essay are most likely to be similar in structure and content?

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

    Reader response critics are interested in the ____ while or after reading a text.

    <p>reader's individual experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the materials that support the claims in an argumentative essay?

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

    Which of the following is NOT included in critiquing the form of a particular short story?

    <p>Moral of the story</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct verb to use in the sentence 'Physics ____ difficult to understand'?

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

    Criticism that places literature in a social context and attempts to understand representation from a woman's point of view is called ____ criticism.

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

    One of the disadvantages of Reader-response school of criticism is that it tends to make readings too ____ .

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

    What lesson can be learned from the milkmaid's story?

    <p>If you plan for future achievements, your present tasks will suffer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary criticism approach focuses on reducing meaning to a certain time frame?

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

    Which literary criticism approach requires knowledge about the author's life and times?

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

    In what way does the milkmaid's story demonstrate the danger of overconfidence?

    <p>By illustrating how impulsivity can result in losing all possessions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary criticism approach is best suited for analyzing Elizabeth Barrett Browning's poem 'How Do I Love Thee'?

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

    What should be the first word in a thesis statement?

    <p>Your topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What writing technique is used in the tag line 'Often copied, never equaled' for Birkenstock?

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

    What misconception could arise from misinterpreting the milkmaid's story?

    <p>Boasting guarantees success in all endeavors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which writing technique/s is/are used in the text where Amy is described as having arms 'as hard as a rock'?

    <p>Simile and Metaphor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the text, what literary device is being used when it states 'Amy swims like a fish'?

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

    What literary devices can be identified in the text about the Milkmaid and Her Pail?

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

    'This good, rich milk,' she mused, 'will give me plenty of cream to churn.' What does this statement mainly convey?

    <p>Future intentions regarding the milk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Essay Writing

    • A thesis statement is typically found in the introduction paragraph
    • A persuasive essay is also known as an argumentative essay
    • The purpose of persuasive writing is to convince the reader of a particular point of view
    • Components of a persuasive essay include a thesis statement, supporting materials, and a clear structure
    • A thesis statement is a sentence that states the main idea or point of view of an essay

    Literary Criticism

    • Reader-response critics are interested in the reader's response while or after reading a text
    • Criticism that places literature in a social context and attempts to understand representation from a woman's point of view is called feminist criticism
    • One of the disadvantages of Reader-response school of criticism is that it tends to make readings too subjective
    • The historical criticism approach focuses on reducing meaning to a certain time frame
    • The biographical criticism approach requires knowledge about the author's life and times

    Literary Devices and Techniques

    • The writing technique used in the tagline 'Often copied, never equaled' for Birkenstock is hyperbole
    • The writing technique used in the description of Amy having arms 'as hard as a rock' is simile
    • The literary device used in the text when it states 'Amy swims like a fish' is simile
    • Literary devices identified in the text about the Milkmaid and Her Pail include daydreaming and foreshadowing
    • The statement 'This good, rich milk,' she mused, 'will give me plenty of cream to churn' mainly conveys the milkmaid's thoughts and intentions

    Grammar and Sentence Structure

    • The correct verb to use in the sentence 'A large number of soldiers ____ for the country' is 'have fought'
    • The correct verb to use in the sentence 'Physics ____ difficult to understand' is 'is'

    Other

    • The lesson that can be learned from the milkmaid's story is the danger of overconfidence
    • The milkmaid's story demonstrates the danger of overconfidence by showing how her thoughts and intentions led to her downfall
    • A misconception that could arise from misinterpreting the milkmaid's story is that it is a cautionary tale about greed rather than overconfidence
    • The biographical criticism approach is best suited for analyzing Elizabeth Barrett Browning's poem 'How Do I Love Thee'

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    This quiz assesses your understanding of how the BDO's tagline "We find ways" is presented, and tests your ability to identify the main idea or point of view in writing. Questions cover the interpretation of taglines, main ideas, and viewpoints in essays.

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