This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Essay Outline – Quiz 3 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Essay Outline Quiz 3 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Where should you cite evidence in an argumentative essay? A) In your introduction paragraph. B) In the middle of each of the two body paragraphs. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In the middle of each of the two body paragraphs. 2. Should elaboration ever be just one sentence? A) Yes. B) No. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) No. 3. How many main points are typically included in the body of an informative essay? A) One. B) As many as necessary to cover the topic. C) Four to five. D) Two to three. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Two to three. 4. What is body paragraph one about? A) Your concluding sentence. B) Your focus statements. C) Reason #1 in your thesis. D) Your main idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Reason #1 in your thesis. 5. How many paragraphs (and length of paragraphs) are necessary for a high-scoring argument essay? A) Six long paragraphs (8-10 sentences). B) One long page no paragraphs are necessary. C) Five short paragraph (5-6 sentences). D) Three or four long paragraphs (8 to 10 sentences). Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Six long paragraphs (8-10 sentences). 6. Analysis sentence starters are ..... A) This explains, proves, or demonstrates. B) Next, However, therefore. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) This explains, proves, or demonstrates. 7. Which sentence is an example of a strong thesis statement for a persuasive essay? A) Dogs are cute and friendly animals. B) The government should implement stricter regulations on pollution to protect the environment. C) Many people enjoy reading books in their free time. D) The sky is blue on a clear day. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The government should implement stricter regulations on pollution to protect the environment. 8. How many paragraphs are in an essay? A) 5. B) 4. C) 3. D) 2. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 4. 9. What is a Transition Sentence? A) A sentence that provides an example to support an argument. B) A sentence that connects one idea or paragraph to another. C) A sentence that summarizes the main points of a paragraph. D) A sentence that introduces a new topic without any relation to the previous one. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A sentence that connects one idea or paragraph to another. 10. Which of the following is an example of a call to action in a persuasive essay? A) This essay has demonstrated . B) The main point is . C) In conclusion, the evidence shows . D) Therefore, it is important to . Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Therefore, it is important to . 11. What is the purpose of discussing the situation for blind people before Braille's invention? A) To provide a logical transition to the invention itself and how it spread. B) To discuss unrelated information. C) To confuse the readers. D) To skip to the consequences of Braille's invention. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To provide a logical transition to the invention itself and how it spread. 12. It is like free writing except that you create a list of ideas. A) Clustering. B) Questioning. C) Freewriting. D) Brainstorming. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Brainstorming. 13. Essential for avoiding plagiarism is: A) Copying text directly. B) Citing sources properly. C) Using someone else's work without credit. D) Ignoring references. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Citing sources properly. 14. In an informational/expository essay, what is the purpose of the 3 body paragraphs: A) Making 3 bold claims. B) Asking 3 major questions. C) Explaining 3 main ideas. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Explaining 3 main ideas. 15. How should supporting details be arranged in an outline? A) Randomly. B) By color coding. C) In order of importance. D) Alphabetically. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In order of importance. 16. Based on the following prompt, select which type of essay you will be writing. Write an explanatory essay about how many high school students have part-time jobs. Students often choose jobs that are based on economical factors and personal preferences. Identify a part-time job that you would like to have, analyze the duties involved, and explain why you believe the job would suit you. A) Informative. B) Argumentative. C) Neither. D) Both. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Informative. 17. Which one is NOT an attention-grabber? A) Fact. B) Thesis statement. C) Question. D) Anecdote. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Thesis statement. 18. Is the following a statement or a claim?The Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl in February 2024. A) Statement. B) Claim. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Statement. 19. How does the letter "S" begin? A) In conclusion,. B) Overall,. C) All in all,. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Overall,. 20. How many sentences should each body paragraph contain in an informational essay according to the outline? A) 3-4. B) 7-8. C) 2-3. D) 5-6. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 5-6. 21. Which part of an essay outline grabs the reader's attention at the beginning? A) Conclusion. B) Thesis statement. C) Hook. D) Topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Hook. 22. Which of the following is NOT a component of a standard informative essay outline? A) Thesis statement. B) Counterargument. C) Introduction. D) Conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Counterargument. 23. Which sentence in the concluding paragraph is similar to the thesis? A) Restated Thesis. B) Focus Statement. C) Supporting Detail. D) Final Thought. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Restated Thesis. 24. What is the role of Evidence in an essay? A) To provide a summary of the essay's conclusion. B) To confuse the reader with unnecessary details. C) To introduce new ideas unrelated to the topic. D) To support the claims made in the topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To support the claims made in the topic sentence. 25. Every reason needs evidence to support it. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 26. How many paragraphs should a high-scoring informative essay include? A) Three extremely long paragraphs (8-10 sentences). B) Four short paragraphs. C) Five or six long paragraphs (8-10 sentences). D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Five or six long paragraphs (8-10 sentences). 27. You learned that the university writing process is different from the high school process primarily because it involves: A) A single round of corrections done in one sitting. B) Only mind mapping and drafting. C) Multiple revisions with peer and instructor feedback to refine ideas and structure. D) Submitting the first draft as the final version. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Multiple revisions with peer and instructor feedback to refine ideas and structure. 28. An argumentative essay is best described as the following: A) An essay to explain a scientific event or phenomenon. B) An essay to write creatively by creating characters and plot. C) A persuasive way to convince your audience to take your side in an issue. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A persuasive way to convince your audience to take your side in an issue. 29. What are the main components of quote sandwich? A) EVIDENCECLAIMREASONING. B) EVIDENCEREASONING. C) CLAIM/ANSWEREVIDENCEEXPLANATION/ANALYSIS. D) CLAIM/ANSWEREVIDENCECONCLUSION. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) CLAIM/ANSWEREVIDENCEEXPLANATION/ANALYSIS. 30. What should be the third sentence of your body paragraph? A) Cite. B) Explain. C) Topic Sentence. D) Example. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Explain. 31. Where do you find the evidence for your notes chart? A) In the thesis. B) In the articles. C) On the ground. D) In the prompt. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) In the articles. 32. How does a well-structured outline benefit the writing process of an explanatory essay? A) It makes the essay shorter. B) It introduces new characters. C) It limits creativity. D) It provides a clear roadmap for organizing ideas. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It provides a clear roadmap for organizing ideas. 33. What was one important thing about the old touch reading systems before Braille? A) Only teachers used them. B) They were too tiny to read. C) They were not good for daily use. D) They cost too much money. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They were not good for daily use. 34. How does the conclusion of an essay outline function? A) It summarizes the main points. B) It lists references. C) It introduces new ideas. D) It provides detailed examples. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It summarizes the main points. 35. T or F:You must use one real world example in a body paragraph, and a personal example in the other body paragraph. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 36. What is a common mistake to avoid when creating an essay outline? A) Failing to organize ideas. B) Not having a clear thesis statement. C) Including too many details. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 37. 3-The conclusion is the part where the events are described in chronological order. It usually begins with the upward action of the plot:a description of the plot as it thickens and leads to conflict. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 38. What is the difference between Context and Hook in an introduction? A) The Hook is irrelevant, while Context is essential. B) The Hook grabs attention, while Context provides background information. C) The Hook provides background information, while Context grabs attention. D) The Hook is used for conclusions, while Context is for introductions. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The Hook grabs attention, while Context provides background information. 39. This part of the body paragraph provides support for your reason/claim. A) Evidence. B) Counter argument. C) Hook. D) Thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Evidence. 40. What is a transitional word or phrase? A) A word or phrase that establishes a relationship between two ideas.(i.e "However", "In fact", "During middle school"). B) Specific Word choice. C) Verbs. D) Contraction word (i.e "can't", "you're", etc.). Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A word or phrase that establishes a relationship between two ideas.(i.e "However", "In fact", "During middle school"). 41. In a standard five-paragraph essay outline, how many main points are typically included? A) Four. B) Three. C) Five. D) Two. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Three. 42. What can you use as support in your body paragraphs? A) Examples. B) Evidence such as facts, quotes, and statistics. C) Explanations. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 43. What is the main purpose of an essay outline? A) To create a thesis statement. B) To entertain the reader. C) To organize information. D) To provide a summary. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To organize information. 44. Why is it important to elaborate? A) To connect our text evidence to the main idea of that paragraph and to explain why the text evidence is there. B) To try to be funny. C) To tell your readers where you got your text evidence from. D) To explain the thesis statement to your readers. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To connect our text evidence to the main idea of that paragraph and to explain why the text evidence is there. 45. What is the role of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay? A) To list the main characters. B) To tell a story. C) To describe the setting. D) To present the main argument/claim or main idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To present the main argument/claim or main idea. 46. The SAPD + A rule is crucial for crafting a strong thesis statement. What does the '+ A' stand for? A) Academic, meaning the tone must be formal. B) Arguable, meaning it must be a debatable claim. C) Assertive, meaning the statement must be forceful and confident. D) Accurate, meaning it must be a verifiable fact. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Assertive, meaning the statement must be forceful and confident. 47. What is the role of a thesis statement in an informational essay? A) To ask a question. B) To state the main point of the essay. C) To provide a summary. D) To list all sources. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To state the main point of the essay. 48. An argument (point/reason/view/evidence) that your opponent would make A) Position. B) Rebuttal. C) Claim. D) Counterargument. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Counterargument. 49. Which of the following is true concerning plagiarism? A) As long as you paraphrase, you do not need to give credit to the author by including the title and author's name. B) You always must give credit to the author by including their name and the title of the article even if you have paraphrased. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) You always must give credit to the author by including their name and the title of the article even if you have paraphrased. 50. What type of information should be included in the body paragraphs of an informative essay? A) Personal opinions and anecdotes. B) Detailed evidence and examples to support the thesis. C) A detailed plot summary of a related novel. D) A list of potential counterarguments. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Detailed evidence and examples to support the thesis. 51. What goes after the transition the beginning of a body paragraph? A) Concluding sentence. B) Text evidence. C) A citation. D) Topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Topic sentence. 52. This sentence links the hook to the thesis. A) CAR2. B) Connecting Sentence. C) Example. D) Reason 1. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Connecting Sentence. 53. A thesis is how many sentences? A) Three. B) One. C) Two or more. D) It doesn't matter. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) One. 54. What is the second key point made about the invention and spread of Braille? A) Existing tactile reading systems were not effective enough. B) Braille was not designed specifically for blind people's needs. C) Braille was not successful. D) Existing tactile reading systems were effective enough. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Braille was not designed specifically for blind people's needs. 55. Which of the following is a key component of the conclusion in an argumentative essay? A) Introducing new evidence. B) Restating the thesis and summarizing key points. C) Presenting a new argument. D) Describing the setting in detail. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Restating the thesis and summarizing key points. 56. What type of statement is recommended to end the conclusion? A) A new piece of evidence. B) A question or powerful statement about universal understanding or deep meaning. C) A restatement of the topic sentences. D) A quote from the text. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A question or powerful statement about universal understanding or deep meaning. 57. What is the third thing you should do when preparing to write an informative essay? A) You should decide which three/four areas you will cover in each of the three/four body paragraphs. B) You should decide which of all the facts you highlighted you will include in the third body paragraph. C) You should decide which of all the facts you highlighted you will include in the first body paragraph. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) You should decide which three/four areas you will cover in each of the three/four body paragraphs. 58. After your examples/evidence is A) The thesis. B) The topic sentece. C) The transition. D) The explanation. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The explanation. 59. What do we call the first sentence in the body paragraphs? A) Thesis statement. B) Transition. C) Topic sentence. D) Conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Topic sentence. 60. What is an initial thesis or argument in an essay? A) A list of all the facts you found. B) A question you want to answer. C) Your main idea or argument that the essay will prove. D) A summary of the conclusion. 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