1.
PEED is like TEEL = topice sentence, evidence, _______ and _____.
A
explanation link
B
example link
C
exercise loop
2.
A 5-paragraph essay has _____.
A
5 body paragraphs
B
an introduction, 3 body paragraphs, a conclusion
C
a hook, 3 topic sentences, a summary
3.
A strong thesis statement of a literary essay should be _________.
A
broad and generalized
B
debatable and specific
C
short and sweet and generalized
4.
“Technology is helpful”is a ______ thesis statement
A
weak
B
very strong
C
strong enough
5.
"In “A Worn Path,” Eudora Welty creates a fictional character in Phoenix Jackson whose determination, faith, and cunning illustrate the indomitable human spirit." is a _____ thesis statement
A
weak
B
strong
C
strong enough
6.
“Mark Twain’s Huckleberry Finn is a great American novel.” is a weak thesis statement because it is ______
A
too short
B
an opinion not an argument
C
too long and general
7.
“Through its contrasting river and shore scenes, Twain’s Huckleberry Finn suggests that to
find the true expression of American ideals, one must leave ‘civilized’ society and go back to nature.”
A
strong introduction
B
strong thesis statement
C
weak topic sentence
8.
The _______ is to the paragraph what the thesis statement is to the entire paper
A
topic sentence
B
conclusion
C
evidence
9.
_______ are words or phrases that help articulate the structure of a piece of writing and ensure that readers don't get lost.
A
paragraphs
B
signposts
C
arguments
10.
A piece of writing is _____ when it elicits the response: ‘I follow you. I see what you mean.’ _____ when it elicits the response: ‘I see what you're saying, but what has it got to do with the topic or with what you just told me above?’
A
coherent // incohesive
B
incoherent // coherent
C
coherent// incoherent
11.
The ________ is your last opportunity to tie up loose ends, make a lasting impression, or move the audience to act.
A
conclusion
B
coherence
C
topic sentence
12.
Your closing sentence is the ultimate make or break for the entire essay. The last line is where you get to really shine is called the _____.
A
summary
B
restated thesis
C
mic drop
13.
A mic drop can be a call to action, a call to ______ or change their opinion. It can also be used to inspire your readers.
