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A concluding paragraph can end with…

A suggestion
A descriptive essay…
creates a picture of person, place, object, or event.
A narrative answers the question…
What happened?
A supporting detail that is not directly related to the main idea of a paragraph is…
irrelevant.
A supporting detail about coffee and tea would likely be found in a paragraph about…
caffeine in drinks
A supporting sentence about snacks would likely be found in a paragraph about …
eating patterns.
A topic sentence …
gives the main idea of the paragraph.
A relevant detail is …
directly related to the main idea.
An effective way to organize an essay is…
In the order events happen.
Another word for narrative is…
A story
All the given sentences make up the introductory paragraph of an essay. Which sentence is
supposed to come first?
These days people are concerned about the environment.
All the given sentences make up a body paragraph of an essay. Which is supposed to be the last
sentence?
Perhaps, this money-saving value encourages many people to turn to the alternative
source of fuel.
All the given sentences make up a body paragraph of an essay. Which sentence is
supposed to be the last?
This makes vegetable oil a long-term solution for our energy needs.
All the given sentences make up a body paragraph of an essay. Which is the topic
sentence?
.Finally, some Mexican and Tex-Mex foods are completely different.
.Vegetable oil is much safer for the environment than gasoline.
X This renewable source of fuel is a much cheaper alternative than gasoline.
All the given sentences make up one body paragraph in a descriptive essay. Choose the
topic sentence.
x The eruption of the volcano E15 blew huge amounts of gray ash into the sky.
.A few days after April 14th, strong winds blew ash from E15 to several countries in
Europe, causing more problems.
All the given sentences make the introductory paragraph. Which option is the thesis
statement for this paragraph?
x There are many different cultures in the United States. As a result, there are many
different types of foods are adapted for Americans’ tastes.
x There are some differences between Mexican and Tex-Mex foods
All the given sentences make up a body paragraph of an essay.
Which option contains the concluding sentence?
They may have both had the same idea for an invention, but their biographies are
very different.
Conflict is one of basic components of a narrative.
Choose the correct definition for conflict.
 The primary problem or obstacle that unfolds in the plot that the main character must
solve or overcome by the end of the narrative.
Choose the correct answer:
Narration …
…tells a vivid story, usually from one person’s viewpoint.
Choose one statement, which is NOT true about narrative essays.
Narratives compare how two things or ideas are alike, and how they are different.
Choose the correct option for one of basic components of a narrative.
The component is descriptions that appeal to the senses of sight, sound, smell, touch, and
taste
Details
Choose the correct option to complete the definition for one of basic components of a narrative.
…. is the reflection of events around a unifying idea, for telling the story.
Theme
Choose one statement, which is NOT true about narrative essays.
Narratives convince readers of an opinion.
Choose the correct option to complete the definition for one of basic components of a narrative.
… is the order of what happens in the story, that keeps the audience engaged as the story
unfolds.
Sequence of events
Choose the correct verb form for the narrative sentence:
We got to the cinema late, and the film ...
had already started.
Choose the concluding sentence for this topic sentence: Some scientists believe birds use
magnetic fields to prevent them from getting lost.
In conclusion, birds may not get lost because they use magnetic fields.
Choose the sentence from a body paragraph that is directly related to this thesis statement:
Animated characters have many things in common
with puppets.
Both puppets and animation require a person to control characters’ movements.
Choose the correct option to complete the following sentence:
One way to make your writing clear and interesting is to use vivid language, which is
usually…
More specific
Choose the sentence from a body paragraph that is directly related to this thesis statement:
Motion capture is a useful tool to train firefighters.
The technology simulates real fires but without real danger.
Choose the sentence form the concluding paragraph of an essay with this thesis statement:
In the United States, Chinese buffet restaurants often serve dishes that are different from
those in Chinese take-out restaurants.
x As Americans try more kinds of Chinese food, they will eat more of the foods in
Chinese buffets.
Choose the most vivid word to complete the sentence below:
I was …when I saw the tornado.
terrified
Choose the most vivid word to complete the sentence below:
The earthquake was …
destructive
Choose the most appropriate thesis statement for an essay describing Hurricane Katrina?
Hurricane Katrina drastically changed the lives of children and adults in New
Orleans.
Choose the most appropriate topic sentence for a body paragraph in an essay describing
the earthquake in Haiti.
Areas of the capital city were completely destroyed because many building fell.
Choose the most appropriate thesis statement for an essay describing an organization that
helps people.
Oxfam has educational programs, programs that help people in poverty-stricken
areas, and emergency assistance programs.
Choose the best supporting sentence for this topic sentence from a descriptive paragraph:
James Watt was a Scottish man who helped invent the steam engine
x Many other important inventions were developed around the same time.
Choose the topic sentence from a paragraph about problems.
You should face your problems, not ignore them.
Choose the correct option to complete the definition for one of basic components of a narrative.
… are the person, people, sometimes the storyteller included, and the animals the story is about.
Characters
Match the independent clause with the correct relative clause to make up a complete
sentence: Corvallis is a green city.
…that is in Oregon.
Match the topic sentence with the appropriate supporting sentence: Firstborn children have
an advantage in life.
For example, studies show that they have more successful careers than their
younger siblings.
Match the topic sentence with the correct supporting sentence.
Topic sentence:
Rockets that go into space and airplanes have some things in common.
Both inventions fly, and at one time, people thought they would never be possible.
GBM planted trees that will help Kenya’s forest grow.
In this sentence, which word can replace that?
Which
How long should your personal narrative be?
It should be long enough to tell your story and reflect on why it was important to you.
Look at the numbered sentences in this paragraph. Which show similarities?
x 3-4-5
Read the following groups of sentences. Decide which belongs to a descriptive paragraph.
.There are a wide variety of Korean products in the new supermarket. It is easy to
find Korean products, like kimchi and crisp green Korean
pears. The salty smell of fresh fish fills the aisles.
.St. Petersburg is a huge city in Russia. There are many buildings painted blue,
yellow and green.
.Students who study in other countries experience the sights and sounds of another
place. For example, they may shop in colorful markets
when they have free time.
Read the sentences. Decide which one shows a similarity.
People did not think e-readers would be popular. Similarly, they did not think
microchips would be successful.
Read the sentences from a paragraph, and decide which sentence is a supporting detail.
x It is clear that different strategies can help sell different products.
Read the sentences from a paragraph, and decide which sentence is an example.
The ad showed a thief entering a home.
Read the thesis statement and choose the correct topic sentence for a body paragraph from an
essay entitled “Alternative Energy Sources.”
Thesis Statement: There are many advantages to the use of electricity instead of gasoline to
power cars.
 The environment is cleaner if people use electric cars.
Read the thesis statement and the four possible body paragraphs.
Choose one paragraph, which is inappropriate for this essay.
Thesis statement: Millennial employees are confident, have many opinions, and want to
succeed.
Even after age 21, some Millennials are still living with their parents. Some people
believe Millennials do not want to grow up. Others argue that a poor economy has forced them to
continue living at home.
Read the topic sentence from a descriptive essay. Choose the correct sentence to support
it:
The January 12th, 2010 earthquake in Haiti was one of the devastating natural disasters in
history.
More than 200,000 people died, and more than one million Haitians were homeless
after the quake. Cities were noisy and frightening as
people tried to rescue others.
Read the introductory paragraph. It is missing the hook. Choose the best hook for this
paragraph.
…That is, a new system allows them to access lunch money using their fingerprints. Parents
put money into a special account. They can even tell
the system not to let children buy certain foods. Then, instead of paying with money, the
students simply scan their fingerprints. The cost of the
meal is taken from their account. This is a convenient and effective system that can be
implemented in any school.
Thousands of school children are now getting their lunch by simply using a finger.
Read the topic sentence from a descriptive essay. Choose the correct sentence to support
it:
The earthquake in Chile on February 27th, 2010 was another event that devastated many
people.
It was so strong that some people felt it in Argentina. Homes, hospitals, and other
buildings were destroyed, leaving large piles of rocks and
cement in many years.
Read the introductory paragraph. It is missing the hook. Choose the best thesis statement
for this paragraph.
Thousands of school children are now getting their lunch by simply using a finger. That is, a
new system allows them to access lunch money using
their fingerprints. Parents put money into a special account. They can even tell the system
not to let children buy certain foods. Then, instead of
paying with money, the students simply scan their fingerprints. The cost of the meal is taken
from their account….
This is a convenient and effective system that can be implemented in any school.
Read the introductory paragraph and decide what the sentence in bold does. Choose the correct
answer.

Most people do not realize that technology can tell who they are without a passport or even a
name. The science of biometrics uses people’s physical characteristics in order to identify them.
It uses information like the distance between the nose and the mouth, the pattern in the iris, or
fingerprints. This information is very personal. If it gets into the wrong hands, the results can be
terrible. Biometrics can violate personal privacy in several serious ways.
It gives the overall topic of the essay, or what the rest of the essay will be about.
Read the introductory paragraph and decide what the sentence in bold does. Choose the correct
answer.
Most people do not realize that technology can tell who they are without a passport or even a
name. The science of biometrics uses people’s physical characteristics in order to identify
them. It uses information like the distance between the nose and the mouth, the pattern in
the iris, or fingerprints. This information is very personal. If it gets into the wrong hands, the
results can be terrible. Biometrics can violate personal privacy in several serious ways.
It provides general background information about the topic.
Read the introductory paragraph and decide what the sentence in bold does. Choose the
correct answer.
Most people do not realize that technology can tell who they are without a passport or even
a name. The science of biometrics uses people’s
physical characteristics in order to identify them. It uses information like the distance
between the nose and the mouth, the pattern in the iris, or
fingerprints. This information is very personal. If it gets into the wrong hands, the results can
be terrible. Biometrics can violate personal privacy
in several serious ways.
It gives the overall topic of the essay, or what the rest of the essay will be about.
Read the descriptive paragraph. Choose the method of organization.
The Scientific Test Kitchen is a place where professors and students learn about new foods.
In front of the room, there are five cooking areas. Each
one contains a gas stove, a large sink, wooden cupboards, and a huge freezer. Next to the
freezer are three microwaves. At the back of the room,
there is a private meeting area. It contains a computer, a flat-screen TV, and several folding
chairs. The equipment at the Scientific Test Kitchen
allows people to learn about new experimental foods.
Spatial organization
Read the excerpt of an essay body paragraph and choose what it describes.
Darlene survived the earthquake and eventually recovered. She was immediately taken to a
hospital and treated by capable doctors…
Darlene’s recovery
Read the excerpt of an essay body paragraph and choose the method of organization.
Darlene was rescued after a neighbor heard her voice. He and others began to dig, and
soon French rescue workers arrived. Gradually, they
opened a hole, and they pulled her out…
Time order
Read the excerpt of an essay body paragraph and choose what it describes.
Darlene was rescued after a neighbor heard her voice. He and others began to dig, and
soon French rescue workers arrived. Gradually, they
opened a hole, and they pulled her out…
How Darlene was rescued
Read this body paragraph of an essay and choose what it describes.
Darlene was trapped for more than two weeks under what used to be her home. She could
not move, and she did not have any thing to eat or
drink.
Being trapped
Read the first paragraph of a narrative essay.
What does the sentence in bold do?
A janitor changed my life. I was at a low point, ready to quit everything–even when I had it
all. I didn’t realize how lucky I was. At 5 foot nothing,
100 and nothing pounds, I was hardly your typical football player. But, that didn’t stop me
from believing that I could play for Notre Dame. It turns
out, the most important part of achieving my dreams is believing in myself.
X to capture the attention of the readers
Read the first paragraph of a narrative essay.
What does the sentence in bold do?

A janitor changed my life. I was at a low point, ready to quit everything–even when I had it all. I
didn’t realize how lucky I was. At 5 foot nothing, 100 and nothing pounds, I was hardly your
typical football player. But, that didn’t stop me from believing that I could play for Notre Dame. It
turns out, the most important part of achieving my dreams is believing in myself.
to capture the attention of the readers
Read the concluding paragraph. What does the part in bold do?
(1) In conclusion, there are many clear differences between Mexican and Tex-Mex food. (2)
The ways meals are served, the ingredients, and
the actual dishes can be completely different. (3) Both kinds of food appeal to many people
in the United States. (4) Everyone should
understand the differences between Mexican and Tex-Mex foods.
It summarizes the main points of the essay (2)(3)
x It gives a warning based on the content of the essay. (4)
Read the paragraph about medicine patches.
How many transition words show chronological order?
(1) Recently, a company invented a new patch. (2) The patch contains medicine. (3)
Surprisingly, it is easy to use. (4) To begin, you need to get a prescription. (5) Next, get the patch
at a local pharmacy. (6)Then you put the patch on your skin. (7) After that, you leave it alone. (8)
The patch has small needles in it. (9) These needles go into the skin, and the medicine goes into
the body. (10) Fortunately, the needles do not hurt. (11) Finally, you take off the patch. (12)
Especially for older people, this invention is very helpful. (13) With these patch, they don't have
to worry about forgetting to take medicine.
X4
Read the paragraph.
Find down how many different words and phrases did the writer use?
Jack Kilby and Robert Noyce both invented the microchip around the same time. However,
they did not invent it together. Kilby was an electrical
engineer who worked for a company in Texas. In contrast, Noyce was a scientist who
founded two companies in California. Both men went to
universities, but Kilby got his Ph.D. in Wisconsin, whereas Noyce got his Ph.D. in
Massachusetts. Unlike Noyce, Kilby won a Nobel prize for his
work in microchip. Noyce lived to be 63 years old. On the other hand, Kilby lived a full life,
dying at the age of 82. They may have both had the
same idea for an invention, but their biographies are very different.
Five
Theme is one of basic components of a narrative.
Choose the correct definition for theme.
The ultimate message the narrative is trying to express; it can be either explicit or
implicit.
The sentences from an introductory paragraph are in the wrong order. Read them carefully
and Choose the correct answer.
Which TWO options give background information about face-printing technology?
Even if there is a picture or a video of the person who took the child, police have to
figure out who that person is. Face printing is one
example of a new technology police are using to find these criminals, This new
technology can use pictures or videos of the criminals to predict
what they will look like in the future.
The sentences from an introductory paragraph are in the wrong order. Read them carefully
and Choose the correct answer.
Which option contains information that catches the reader’s attention?
x This new technology can use pictures or videos of the criminals to predict what
they will look like in the future.
This paragraph is from an essay entitled “Alternative Energy Sources.”
What type of paragraph is it?
Some experts claim that we will run out of energy in the future if we do not start using more
alternative energy sources. Therefore, people in many
countries are currently experimenting with alternative sources of energies. In the essay,
three of natural sources of energy, including sun, wind, and
waves, will be mentioned.
The introductory paragraph
This paragraph is from an essay entitled “Alternative Energy Sources.”
What type of paragraph is it?
Waves are also a source of energy. Special machines in the ocean convert the movement
from waves into energy. Wave energy is possible near
oceans, especially oceans where there is a lot of wind.
x The introductory paragraph
x The concluding paragraph
This paragraph is from an essay entitled “Alternative Energy Sources.”
What type of paragraph is it?
Sun, or solar, energy is one example. Large panels convert heat from the Sun into energy.
This type of energy works in places where there is a lot
of sun, such as in a desert.
x Any body paragraph, following the first body paragraph
This paragraph is from an essay entitled “Alternative Energy Sources.” What type of
paragraph is it?
People are experimenting with various alternative energies. Some alternative energies are
better for different locations. Learning about them can
help you decide what type of energy is best for your town.
x The introductory paragraph
Thesis statement:
Rescue workers from Los Angeles were well prepared to help earthquake victims in Haiti.
Read the thesis statement and the excerpts and from a descriptive essay. Which excerpt
describes the first event?
The US government asked the Los Angeles County Fire Department to help. They
asked the fire department to put together an experienced
team to help the victims in Haiti…
Which excerpt describes
the last event?
Which excerpt describes
the conclusion?
Thesis statement:
Rescue worker Jill Meadows was shocked when she entered the chaotic emergency center.
Read the thesis statement and the excerpts and from a descriptive essay. Which excerpt
should come second?
At the back of the room, doctors were helping
the patients with the most serious problems first. The area was divided into six small rooms
separated by temporary plastic walls….
Which excerpt should come first?
Which excerpt should come third?
Which excerpt is the conclusion? When Jill Meadows arrived at the medical
center, she was surprised to see the hectic environment. To summarize, the center was one
large
 room with three different areas. The reception
was at the front….
The topic sentence is often the …………sentence in a paragraph.
frist
The body paragraphs of a descriptive essay…
describe different aspects of the overall topic of the essay.
The main idea of a paragraph is often found in the…
topic sentence
The most important thing to do when you start a narrative is to…
Make the reader want to read on.
One way to keep events in order when you write a narrative is to…
Use consistent verb tenses.
People that work for GBM help people around the world.
In this sentence, which word can replace that?
who
What is a paragraph?
A group of sentences about one topic
What is a personal narrative?
x It’s a paper where you write about an event in your life and how it affected you.
What is an independent clause?
a complete sentence
What does a relative clause describe?
a noun
What helps give the essay unity?
The sentences that relate directly to the thesis statement
When choosing details for your story, you should…
Choose only the most important details.
Which supporting sentence is relevant to a paragraph about caffeine and sleeping patterns?
Caffeine may make it difficult to fall asleep.
Which supporting sentence is irrelevant to a paragraph about babies and sleep?
Babies grow quickly.
Which sentence describes how a sewing machine sounds?
The needle moves up and down rapidly, making a tapping noise.
Which topic sentence is the most likely from a comparison paragraph?
Smartphones and e-readers have many features in common.
Which connectors show differences?
Whereas, instead, however
Which concluding sentence is the most appropriate for this paragraph: This is often referred
to as sibling rivalry. Siblings normally want to receive
an equal amount of attention from their parents. If children feel their siblings are receiving
more attention, they may get angry.
Although sibling rivalry is very common, it can have negative consequences.
Which of the following sentences represents the best kind of narrative writing?
The cool whoosh of air hit me as I walked through the automatic doors at Wal-Mart.
My sister whined, annoyed, beside me.
Which option is NOT true about narratives?
In a narrative, the writer convinces the reader by demonstrating the truth or falsity of
a topic.
Which topic sentence is the most appropriate for this paragraph: This is often referred to as
sibling rivalry. Siblings normally want to receive an
equal amount of attention from their parents. If children feel their siblings are receiving more
attention, they may get angry.
Sometimes children compete for their parents’ attention.
Which type of organization would most likely to be used in a descriptive paragraph to tell
how someone dresses?
 bottom to top
Which phrase starts a concluding sentence?
In conclusion

Read the paragraph title and the topic sentence. Choose the correct chronological order to
arrange the steps in the instructions.
How to Use an Electric Toothbrush
Topic sentence: Using an electric toothbrush is easy.
1. Finally, turn off the electric toothbrush and rinse it off.
2. Next, apply light pressure and move the toothbrush over all of your teeth.
3. To begin, put toothpaste on the toothbrush. Then put the brush in your mouth and turn it
on.
4. After you brush your teeth, move the toothbrush over your gums.
x 3-4-2-1
x 3-4-1-2
3-2-4-1
Read the paragraph title and the topic sentence. Choose the best chronological order to
arrange the steps in the instructions.
The Endo-Pat
Topic sentence: The Endo-Pat can tell if you are at risk of a heart attack.
1. Third, a machine records the patient’s blood flow rate.
2. The doctor places a band around the patient’s arm.
3. Finally, the doctor looks at the result.
4. First, a doctor puts two clips on a patient’s fingers.
x 1-2-3-4
x 4-3-1-2
4-2-1-3
All options below make a paragraph about medicine patches. Choose the correct chronological
order to arrange the steps in the instructions.
(1) Finally, you take off the patch. Especially for older people, this invention is very helpful. With
these patch, they don't have to worry about forgetting to take medicine.
(2) Recently, a company invented a new patch. The patch contains medicine. Surprisingly, it is
easy to use. To begin, you need to get a prescription.
(3) The patch has small needles in it. These needles go into the skin, and the medicine goes into
the body. Fortunately, the needles do not hurt.
(4) After you get the patch at a local pharmacy, put the patch on your skin. After that, you leave it
alone.
X 1-4-3-2