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Quiz Set 6: Essay Writing Techniques and Best Practices

1. Multiple Choice: What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in a paragraph?


A) To transition to the next paragraph
B) To introduce new evidence
C) To summarize the main point of the essay
D) To restate the thesis
Answer: A) To transition to the next paragraph
2. True/False: Every essay must have exactly five paragraphs: an introduction, three body
paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Answer: False
3. Short Answer: Why is a strong thesis statement essential for an effective essay?
Answer: A strong thesis statement provides a clear focus and direction for the essay,
outlining the argument or purpose for the reader.
4. Correction: Revise this overly broad thesis statement:
“Technology affects education.”
Answer: "Technology enhances education by improving access to resources, facilitating
remote learning, and enabling personalized instruction."
5. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a typical component of an
introduction?
A) A hook to grab the reader's attention
B) Background information to set context
C) The thesis statement
D) A detailed explanation of the first argument
Answer: D) A detailed explanation of the first argument
6. True/False: Formal essays should avoid contractions such as “don’t” and “can’t.”
Answer: True
7. Short Answer: What is the role of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?
Answer: A topic sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph and connects it to
the essay's thesis.
8. Correction: Fix this unbalanced argument:
“Social media is harmful because it is bad.”
Answer: "Social media can be harmful because it contributes to issues like
cyberbullying, misinformation, and decreased privacy."
9. Multiple Choice: What does a synthesis paragraph do in an essay?
A) Introduces new evidence without analysis
B) Combines insights from multiple sources to support the thesis
C) Summarizes one specific source in detail
D) Restates the thesis without adding depth
Answer: B) Combines insights from multiple sources to support the thesis
10. Short Answer: How do transitions improve the quality of an essay?
Answer: Transitions improve flow by connecting ideas, ensuring logical progression, and
guiding the reader through the argument seamlessly.

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