Essay Writing Flashcards
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Which revision best strengthens the coherence of a body paragraph in an argumentative essay?
Answer: Adding a transition sentence that connects the paragraph's evidence to the thesis
Transition sentences link evidence back to the thesis, maintaining logical flow throughout the paragraph.
A student writes: 'Many people think exercise is good. Exercise helps the heart. People should exercise.' What is the primary weakness of this passage?
Answer: The sentences are too short and lack varied structure
The passage uses only simple, repetitive sentence structures with no variety, making it choppy and underdeveloped.
When writing a TSIA2 essay, what is the primary purpose of acknowledging a counterargument?
Answer: To demonstrate awareness of opposing views and strengthen credibility
Addressing counterarguments shows intellectual honesty and strengthens the writer's overall argument by refuting opposing views.
Which sentence best serves as a hook for an essay arguing that public transportation reduces urban pollution?
Answer: Every day, millions of car exhaust fumes silently poison the air that city residents breathe.
A vivid, specific opening image draws readers in and establishes the essay's stakes immediately.
What does 'unity' mean in the context of a well-written body paragraph?
Answer: Every sentence in the paragraph supports the same central idea
Paragraph unity means all sentences focus on and develop one controlling idea stated in the topic sentence.
Which change would most improve the following conclusion: 'In conclusion, I talked about three reasons why voting is important. Those were my main points.'
Answer: Replace it with a synthesis of the argument that reinforces why voting matters
An effective conclusion synthesizes the argument's significance rather than mechanically restating that points were made.
A student wants to add evidence to support the claim that 'social media increases teen anxiety.' Which source type is MOST credible?
Answer: A peer-reviewed study published in a psychology journal
Peer-reviewed research undergoes expert scrutiny, making it the most reliable evidence for academic arguments.