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Understanding the Basics of Essay Writing

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What is the main purpose of the introduction in an essay?

To conclude the essay

To present evidence and examples

To introduce the main idea or thesis (correct)

None of the above

What should an effective introduction do?

Conclude the main idea

Introduce multiple topics

Catch the reader's attention (correct)

None of the above

What are the three main parts of an essay writing?

Introduction, Conclusion, Body (correct)

Body, Body, Body

Conclusion, Introduction, Body

None of the above

Which part of an essay introduces the topic sentence or the thesis statement?

Introduction Signup and view all the answers

What should body paragraphs of an essay do?

Discuss only one aspect of the main idea Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'audience' refer to in the context of an essay?

Whom the essay is intended for Signup and view all the answers

Which element of an essay refers to the attitude of the writer towards his/her subject?

Tone Signup and view all the answers

What does 'mood' refer to in the context of an essay?

The feeling which the writer would like the reader to experience Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

To state the main idea of the paragraph Signup and view all the answers

How many sentences typically make up a paragraph?

5-7 Signup and view all the answers

What should a 'perfect' paragraph start with?

A topic sentence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the structure of a paragraph?

It covers one topic with a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of supporting details in a paragraph?

To provide evidence or explanation for the main idea Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the main purpose of the introduction in an essay?

What should an effective introduction do?

What are the three main parts of an essay writing?

Which part of an essay introduces the topic sentence or the thesis statement?

What should body paragraphs of an essay do?

What does the term 'audience' refer to in the context of an essay?

Which element of an essay refers to the attitude of the writer towards his/her subject?

What does 'mood' refer to in the context of an essay?

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

How many sentences typically make up a paragraph?

What should a 'perfect' paragraph start with?

Which of the following best describes the structure of a paragraph?

What is the role of supporting details in a paragraph?

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