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For illustration essays, use ____ to support a general statement.


A) specific examples
B) general statements
C) topics
D) broad examples

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Write a thesis statement for the body paragraph topic sentences. -Rottweilers make great guard dogs. Contrary to popular belief, the dogs are good playmates for children. Rottweilers can be trained to perform numerous services.

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A narrative essay ____.


A) makes a point
B) tells a story
C) develops a thought
D) defends a position

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Divide a narrative essay into ____.


A) a body paragraph for every event that happens
B) several points
C) clear stages
D) body paragraphs that are equal in length

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When a writer uses the point-by-point pattern to organize a comparison or contrast essay, each ____ can explain one point of comparison or contrast.


A) sentence
B) body paragraph
C) conclusion
D) introduction

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When a student is writing a descriptive essay, it is important to____.


A) decide on a clear order
B) use many specific details
C) relate to the five senses of sight, sound, taste, touch (or texture) , and smell.
D) all of the above

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A directional process essay tells the reader ____.


A) how to do something
B) an explanation of an activity
C) about an event
D) an opinion with supporting evidence

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Write three topic sentences for each thesis statement. -My choice to work full time while attending college taught me to use my time wisely.

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Thesis Statement: My choice to work full time while attending college taught me to use my time wisely. Topic Sentences: 1. Balancing a full-time job and college coursework required me to prioritize my tasks and manage my time effectively. 2. Working full time while attending college forced me to develop strong time management skills in order to meet all of my responsibilities. 3. Juggling a job and college taught me the importance of efficient time management and the value of making the most of every moment.

Restate each thesis in a new way. -College is the ideal place to try new things.

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Restate each thesis in a new way. -Video games can teach children valuable lessons about life

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One way to get started on a comparison or contrast essay is to ____.


A) list as many differences or similarities as you can for one topic
B) put events in chronological order
C) develop a list of transitions
D) list "pros" and "cons" for a topic of debate

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There are ____ kinds of process essays.


A) four
B) two
C) three
D) five

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Which of the following is not a hint for writing a comparison or contrast essay?


A) Use the thesis to make a statement about the items being compared or contrasted.
B) Use the emphatic method of organization.
C) Use the point-by-point method of organization.
D) Use the points of comparison or contrast to organize body paragraphs.

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When writing a description essay, ____.


A) develop a dominant impression
B) use few specific details
C) order of details is not important
D) transitions are not needed

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Write a thesis statement for the body paragraph topic sentences. -Drunk drivers are responsible for one-third of all highway accidents. Many people convicted of driving under the influence are repeat offenders. Hundreds of lives are lost each month because of drinking and driving.

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Thesis statement: The prevalence of drunk driving and the high rate of repeat offenders contribute to the alarming statistic that one-third of all highway accidents are caused by drunk drivers, resulting in the loss of hundreds of lives each month.

Write three topic sentences for each thesis statement. -Our town needs to build a new public library.

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