This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Essay Outline – Quiz 8 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Essay Outline Quiz 8 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is the function of a transition sentence in an informational essay? A) To introduce a new topic. B) To provide evidence. C) To conclude the essay. D) To connect ideas between paragraphs. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To connect ideas between paragraphs. 2. Based on the following prompt, indicate what type of essay you will be writing:Your school food service wants to buy more produce from local farmers. This food is a bit more expensive, but it is free of pesticides. Write a letter to the food-service director giving your specific reasons for supporting or objecting to the plan. A) Argumentative/persuasive. B) Informative/explanatory. C) Both. D) Neither. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Argumentative/persuasive. 3. Which part of an essay outline introduces the main topic? A) Thesis Statement. B) Conclusion. C) Body. D) Introduction. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Introduction. 4. T or F:If you use a real world example in the first body paragraph, you can use another real world example in the second body paragraph. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 5. What is the significance of using varied sentence starters? A) To enhance the flow and engagement of the writing. B) To make the writing more complex and difficult to read. C) To reduce the overall word count of the text. D) To limit the variety of ideas presented in the writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To enhance the flow and engagement of the writing. 6. What is the last sentence of your conclusion in an Argumentative Essay called? A) Hook. B) Call to Action. C) Restate Thesis. D) Explain. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Call to Action. 7. Which is a correct way to cite text evidence? A) According to the author, "Recycling reduces a person's carbon footprint.". B) According to the text, "Recycling reduces a person's carbon footprint.". C) "Recycling reduces a person's carbon footprint" (paragraph 1). D) According to Source 1, "Recycling reduces a person's carbon footprint.". Show Answer Correct Answer: D) According to Source 1, "Recycling reduces a person's carbon footprint.". 8. What does the word conclusion mean in essay writing? A) The first sentence of the essay. B) A summary and final thought. C) The longest part of the essay. D) A detailed example. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A summary and final thought. 9. What type of essay has a counterclaim? A) Descriptive. B) Narrative. C) Informative. D) Argumentative. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Argumentative. 10. When writing an argument, you should try to have at least ..... points to support your claim. A) 4. B) 3. C) 1. D) 2. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 3. 11. What are analysis sentence starters? A) Phrases like 'This explains', 'This proves', or 'This demonstrates'. B) Questions that lead to further discussion. C) Sentences that summarize a paragraph. D) Words that introduce a conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Phrases like 'This explains', 'This proves', or 'This demonstrates'. 12. Which type of outline did we use? A) Block Arrantement. B) Point by Point Argumentative. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Point by Point Argumentative. 13. Before writing your first draft, you should plan and organize your thoughts by completing ..... A) A source. B) A thesis. C) An outline. D) An annotation. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) An outline. 14. Once you introduce the author and title of the source one time what method is used to reference the source the second time or any time thereafter? A) Author's last name & title of the source. B) Author's last name. C) Author's last name or title of the source. D) Title of the source. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Author's last name or title of the source. 15. Which sentence is an example of a topic sentence for a body paragraph in an informational essay? A) Firstly, the main reason is . B) This is why the topic is important. C) The essay will discuss . D) In conclusion, the evidence shows . Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Firstly, the main reason is . 16. Which of the following is NOT typically included in an informational essay? A) Personal opinion. B) Thesis statement. C) Supporting evidence. D) Conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Personal opinion. 17. Fill in the blank:After citing evidence in a body paragraph, you should explain the evidence by saying, 'This ..... ' A) Means. B) Runs. C) Jumps. D) Flies. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Means. 18. If you are asked to write an informative essay, what do you do? A) Take a stance and support it with evidence. B) Write a story about the topic using E123CFR. C) Write a paragraph about your opinion on the topic. D) Write a detailed report about the topic without your opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Write a detailed report about the topic without your opinion. 19. What is the name of the second paragraph of an essay? A) Body Paragraph 1. B) Conclusion. C) Introduction. D) Body Paragraph 2. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Body Paragraph 1. 20. Each body paragraph should be ..... sentences long. A) Three or four sentences. B) Five or six sentences. C) Eight to ten sentences. D) Six or seven sentences. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Eight to ten sentences. 21. Based on the analysis of the Gen AI prompt, focusing on the 'benefits and drawbacks' of AI would be a mistake because: A) The prompt explicitly forbids discussing drawbacks. B) This information is part of the essay's background, not the specific question to be answered. C) The word count is too restrictive to cover both benefits and drawbacks. D) Only benefits should be discussed to maintain a positive tone. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) This information is part of the essay's background, not the specific question to be answered. 22. What type of evidence is the strongest source for an essay over NASA-based research? A) .com. B) .org. C) .edu. D) .gov. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) .gov. 23. Why is it important to include a hook in the introduction of an informative essay? A) To present the main argument of the essay. B) To summarize the conclusion of the essay. C) To grab the reader's attention and encourage them to read further. D) To list the sources that will be used in the essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To grab the reader's attention and encourage them to read further. 24. What is the thesis? A) It is in the body paragraphs. B) It is the same thing as a hook. C) The context in the essay. D) A sentence that states what the essay is going to be about. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A sentence that states what the essay is going to be about. 25. The first paragraph should include ..... A) Your introduction. B) A hook and thesis statement. C) Just a thesis statement. D) Dear reader, I am going to tell you why I am right . Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A hook and thesis statement. 26. What goes after the transition word at the beginning of the conclusion paragraph? A) A gift. B) Restate thesis. C) A topic sentence. D) A main idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Restate thesis. 27. Which sentence structure is most appropriate for an informational essay? A) Complex and varied. B) Simple and repetitive. C) Fragmented and incomplete. D) Run-on and lengthy. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Complex and varied. 28. What is the first sentence of body paragraph one in an informative essay? A) Topic sentence (Reason #1). B) Explanation. C) Text evidence. D) Thesis statement. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Topic sentence (Reason #1). 29. The evidence in your essay comes from ..... A) Your notes chart. B) The article. C) Your notes chart and articles. D) The notes chart and essay outline. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Your notes chart and articles. 30. What part of an essay restates the thesis statement? A) Introductory paragraph. B) Body. C) Conclusion. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Conclusion. 31. How many sentences (minimum) of background information should you include in the introductory paragraph of your argument essay? A) At least two, but three would be excellent. B) Background information is totally not needed. C) One is good enough. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) At least two, but three would be excellent. 32. How is the conclusion supposed to be labeled? A) Hook?Thesis:. B) In conclusion, Overall,. C) A:C:E:S:. D) 1. In conclusion, 2. All in all,. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 1. In conclusion, 2. All in all,. 33. Which is an example of a hook? A) "Do you want to inspire students to be their best?". B) "Together we can make a difference by voting for this initiative!". C) "However, cell phones can be regulated by the teacher.". D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) "Do you want to inspire students to be their best?". 34. What is the name of the first sentence of your introduction? A) Thesis. B) Hook. C) Transition Sentence. D) Title. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Hook. 35. Which of the following is included in the conclusion according to the outline? A) Topic sentences from body paragraphs. B) A personal opinion on the text. C) A restatement of the thesis and a powerful statement/life lesson. D) Additional evidence to support the thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A restatement of the thesis and a powerful statement/life lesson. 36. What are the components of the CONCLUSION in order? A) Closing Statement. B) Restate thesis, Connect thoughts to the hook, Closing statement. C) Closing statement, thesis, 2 reasons. D) Hook, restate thesis, closing statement. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Restate thesis, Connect thoughts to the hook, Closing statement. 37. In an informative essay outline, where does the thesis statement typically appear? A) At the end of the introduction. B) At the beginning of the introduction. C) At the end of the conclusion. D) At the beginning of the conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) At the end of the introduction. 38. Which of the following correctly identifies a 'restricting word' from the Gen AI assignment prompt analysis? A) 'Generative AI'. B) 'Discuss'. C) 'in what manner'. D) 'benefits and challenges'. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 'in what manner'. 39. What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an ACT essay outline? A) To provide a summary of the essay's conclusion. B) To clearly state the main point or argument of the essay. C) To list all supporting details of the essay. D) To introduce unrelated topics for discussion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To clearly state the main point or argument of the essay. 40. According to the sources, what is the primary purpose of an essay outline? A) To serve as the first draft of the full essay, written in complete paragraphs. B) To act as a structured plan or blueprint for the essay, showing all major ideas and supporting points in an organised manner. C) To list keywords and research notes without any specific structure. D) To replace the need for peer and instructor feedback by finalising ideas early. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To act as a structured plan or blueprint for the essay, showing all major ideas and supporting points in an organised manner. 41. When outlining the conclusion, what is the key difference between the 'roadmap' and the 'summary of reasons'? A) The roadmap is in the introduction and previews points, while the summary is in the conclusion and recaps them. B) The roadmap uses full sentences, whereas the summary uses only keywords. C) The summary introduces new evidence, while the roadmap does not. D) There is no difference; the terms are used interchangeably. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The roadmap is in the introduction and previews points, while the summary is in the conclusion and recaps them. 42. The topic sentences should A) I don't remember. B) Not relate to the thesis statement. C) Connect back to the thesis statement by stating a controlling reason from your thesis. D) Be a quote from a source. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Connect back to the thesis statement by stating a controlling reason from your thesis. 43. What is the role of the conclusion in an informational essay? A) To introduce new information. B) To restate the thesis and summarize key points. C) To present a counterargument. D) To provide a detailed analysis. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To restate the thesis and summarize key points. 44. What is the function of the hook in a persuasive essay? A) To summarize the essay. B) To provide evidence. C) To grab the reader's attention. D) To present the thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To grab the reader's attention. 45. What are the 3 components of an introduction in order? A) Two reason, thesis, hook. B) Answer prompt, background, thesis. C) Thesis, background, hook. D) Hook, background, thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Hook, background, thesis. 46. What is the function of a Topic Sentence? A) To summarize the entire text. B) To list supporting details for the paragraph. C) To introduce the main idea of a paragraph. D) To provide a conclusion to the paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To introduce the main idea of a paragraph. 47. How do you understand what the prompt is asking you to write about? A) Try your best. B) Let it inspire you. C) Look for the actions words. D) Just read it. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Look for the actions words. 48. What does the "E" in the "OREO" acronym stand for? A) Explain. B) Emphasize. C) Effective. D) Error. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Explain. 49. Which of the following makes an excellent hook for your essay? A) A simile that you create to use as a hook. B) An excellent transition word. C) Summarize your best ideas. D) List your mini-topics in the first sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A simile that you create to use as a hook. 50. What is the second sentence of your essay called? A) Body Paragraph 1. B) Thesis. C) Intro. D) Hook?. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Thesis. 51. Where would your examples go? A) In your topic sentence. B) Introduction. C) In the conclusion. D) After your topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) After your topic sentence. 52. What part of an essay outline typically comes first? A) Thesis statement. B) Body. C) Supporting details. D) Conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Thesis statement. 53. What is the purpose of the 'Topic Sentence' in body paragraphs? A) To provide a direct quote from the passage. B) To introduce the main idea of the paragraph and show how it supports the thesis. C) To summarize the entire essay. D) To restate the thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To introduce the main idea of the paragraph and show how it supports the thesis. 54. You should always consider your audience and what's important to them when writing an argument. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 55. Which sentence starter can be used for a counter-claim? A) People who disagree may claim that. B) I noticed. C) The issue of. D) This evidence illustrates. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) People who disagree may claim that. 56. How does an essay outline help a writer? A) It makes writing more difficult. B) It provides entertainment. C) It organizes thoughts and ideas. D) It eliminates the need for a thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It organizes thoughts and ideas. 57. What does it mean to use a chronological order in an essay? A) Talking about events in the order they happened. B) Talking about events by putting similar ideas together. C) Talking about events from least important to most important. D) Talking about events based on where they happened. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Talking about events in the order they happened. 58. What three things go in the body paragraphs of a narrative essay? A) Exposition/rising action/climax. B) Climax/falling action/resolution. C) Thesis statement/climax/falling action. D) Rising action/climax/falling action. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Rising action/climax/falling action. 59. Why was Braille more successful than other ways of reading by touch that came before it? A) It used a special kind of paper. B) It was the first system ever made. C) It was made to fit the needs of blind people. D) It was made by a famous person. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It was made to fit the needs of blind people. 60. What should go in ALL types of writing? A) $ 100 words. B) Dialogue. C) Counterclaim. D) Sensory details. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) $ 100 words. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesEssay Outline Quiz 1Essay Outline Quiz 2Essay Outline Quiz 3Essay Outline Quiz 4Essay Outline Quiz 5Essay Outline Quiz 6Essay Outline Quiz 7Essay Outline Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books