This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Expository Writing – Quiz 6 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Expository Writing Quiz 6 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. The specific facts, examples, and other details used to support the reasoning. A) Reasoning. B) Evidence. C) Concession. D) Prohibiting. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Evidence. 2. In Traditional method of learning, the role of a teacher is: A) No role. B) Active role. C) Passive role. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Active role. 3. What does 'Compare and Contrast' writing focus on? A) Telling a story. B) Explaining how things are interconnected and why things happen. C) Giving opinions. D) Listing random facts. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Explaining how things are interconnected and why things happen. 4. Informative or Argument Writing?Maintains an objective tone about the topic. A) Informative. B) Argument. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Informative. 5. The point of view of people who do not agree with the claim you are making is called the ..... A) Rebuttal. B) Evidence. C) Counterclaim. D) Support. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Counterclaim. 6. In BEAR what does the E stand for? A) For instance. B) Explain. C) To further explain. D) For example. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) For example. 7. What is not something that should be in a body paragraph? A) A topic sentence. B) Supporting details. C) A thesis statement. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A thesis statement. 8. What is the main purpose of an expository writing introduction? A) To entertain the reader. B) To introduce the topic and provide a thesis statement. C) To confuse the reader. D) To summarize the entire essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To introduce the topic and provide a thesis statement. 9. Project-based learning means: A) Visual learning. B) Audio learning. C) Kinesthetic learning. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Kinesthetic learning. 10. What should an effective hook in an expository writing introduction do? A) Capture the reader's interest. B) Provide a detailed analysis. C) Offer a personal opinion. D) Summarize the main points. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Capture the reader's interest. 11. What type of writing defines terms? A) Expository. B) Narrative. C) Persuasive. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Expository. 12. What are the three parts of an expository essay? A) The title, the body and the thesis. B) The introduction the body paragraph and conclusion. C) The attention getter, the conclusion and the title. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The introduction the body paragraph and conclusion. 13. The blue sentence below is the ..... Have you ever tasted raw fish? I LOVE eating sushi. It is my favorite food because of its fresh taste, the ability to share it with many people, and the various types of rolls you can find. A) Hook. B) Topic sentence. C) Thesis statement. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Topic sentence. 14. Why is citation important? A) It gives credit to where you found your information. B) It makes your work look longer. C) It confuses the reader. D) It is a requirement for all assignments. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It gives credit to where you found your information. 15. This tells more about the reasons that support a claim, especially why it matters. A) Counterclaim. B) Claim. C) Reason. D) Evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Evidence. 16. The author must include ..... supporting details in an expository writing. A) One. B) Three. C) Five. D) None. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Three. 17. True or false:A website is biased if it shows multiple points of view. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 18. "To take a position on an issue and offer reasons for your position" -Which rhetorical strategy is this? A) Descriptive. B) Illustrative. C) Argumentative. D) Narrative. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Argumentative. 19. What kind of text do you use as sources to write a definition or expository essay? A) Fiction-made up, creative narratives. B) Non-fiction-real, true, factual. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Non-fiction-real, true, factual. 20. How should body paragraphs be organized? A) With a topic sentence, evidence, and reasoning. B) With a catchy introduction and a conclusion. C) By listing random facts without structure. D) With a summary of the entire essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) With a topic sentence, evidence, and reasoning. 21. What is the first step in writing an expository essay? A) Choose a topic or subject. B) Skip the planning and research. C) Start with the body paragraphs. D) Write the conclusion first. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Choose a topic or subject. 22. You are asked to write an expository essay about the importance of healthy eating. How would you organize your essay to clearly explain your ideas? A) List random facts about food. B) Write a story about your favorite meal. C) Use an introduction, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion, using transitions to connect your ideas. D) Only write a conclusion.TagsFL.ELA.6.C.1.4. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Use an introduction, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion, using transitions to connect your ideas. 23. What is a credible source? A) Information from social media posts. B) Trusted information from books, articles, or experts. C) Unverified online blogs. D) Personal opinions and anecdotes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Trusted information from books, articles, or experts. 24. Which of the following is NOT a type of expository writing mentioned? A) Definition. B) Narrative. C) Comparison and Contrast. D) Cause and Effect. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Narrative. 25. What should you do in an expository essay? A) Persuade People. B) Tell a story. C) Explain like an expert. D) Express emotions. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Explain like an expert. 26. What is the purpose of the concluding sentence in each body paragraph? A) It grabs the reader's attention. B) It directly answers the prompt or states an opinion followed by three supporting reasons. C) It introduces a new topic. D) It wraps up all the information from the paragraph or serves as a transition to the next paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It wraps up all the information from the paragraph or serves as a transition to the next paragraph. 27. The name of the three main paragraphs are called the ..... A) Big paragraphs. B) Main idea paragraphs. C) Body paragraphs. D) Key idea paragraphs. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Body paragraphs. 28. TRUE/FALSE:The INTRODUCTION should begin with a HOOK to draw in the reader's' attention into your paper A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 29. What is an appropriate transition phrase for an expository paragraph? A) Another fact. B) Another detail. C) Another reason. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Another fact. 30. 1 A thesis statement is ..... A) Supporting evidence and counterclaims for your argument. B) A statement that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay. C) The last sentence of your conclusion paragraph. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A statement that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay. 31. In MITT what does TT stand for? A) This shows. B) This is true. C) This means that. D) This is important because. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) This means that. 32. Your social studies class is researching both traditional and unexpected heroes. Using the information and examples found in the "Courage and Heroism" passage set, write an expository essay on what it means to be courageous. A) Informative. B) Argumentative. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Informative. 33. Which of the following is an example of a good topic sentence? A) "There are many reasons why pollution is a problem.". B) "Pollution is bad.". C) "In this essay, I will talk about pollution.". D) "Pollution affects both urban and rural areas in positive ways, but also negative ways.". Show Answer Correct Answer: A) "There are many reasons why pollution is a problem.". 34. The thesis statement should answer the question and give 2-3 ..... A) Sentences. B) Words. C) Reasons. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Reasons. 35. A question that is either not meant to be answered or suggests a desired reply A) Rhetorical devices. B) Conclusion. C) Introduction. D) Rhetorical question. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Rhetorical question. 36. What should the introduction of an expository essay include? A) Hook, background information, and thesis statement. B) Personal anecdotes and opinions. C) Detailed analysis and evidence. D) Concluding remarks and summary. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Hook, background information, and thesis statement. 37. True or False?The thesis statement is found in middle of the conclusion. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 38. Pick the correct answer on how to cite evidence using the MLA format? A) (Weiss). B) (Weiss 9). C) Weiss. D) According to Weiss, he showed Bridges talent. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) (Weiss 9). 39. What is step 2 of the writing process? A) Publish. B) Draft. C) Pre-write. D) Revise. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Draft. 40. Why is it important to distinguish between primary and secondary sources in research? A) To confuse the reader. B) To make the writing longer. C) To support and strengthen the writer's arguments and claims. D) To ensure the accuracy and validity of the research, as primary sources provide direct evidence or firsthand testimony, while secondary sources provide interpretation and analysis. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To ensure the accuracy and validity of the research, as primary sources provide direct evidence or firsthand testimony, while secondary sources provide interpretation and analysis. 41. In CAT what does the A stand for? A) Answers. B) Actually. C) As a result. D) As you see. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Answers. 42. Each body paragraph must include- A) A reason and examples with details. B) Topic and theme. C) Sentences and abbreviations. D) Words and phrases. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A reason and examples with details. 43. What does the "C" stand for in RACE? A) Change your thinking. B) Convince the reader. C) Create a response. D) Cite evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Cite evidence. 44. Example-Each year there is one Lego block made for every person in the world. Think about it. A) Exaggeration. B) Definition. C) Personal Anecdote. D) Fascinating Fact. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Fascinating Fact. 45. What does tone mean? A) How you feel after reading the essay. B) How you feel before reading the essay. C) The author's attitude toward the topic. D) Your attitude toward the the topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The author's attitude toward the topic. 46. A news happening is NOT an example of an Expository text. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 47. How many PARAGRAPHS should be in an expository and argumentative paper? A) 5. B) 1. C) 4. D) 2. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 5. 48. What is an EXPOSITORY/INFORMATIVE essay used to do? A) Entertain the readers with a created story. B) Describe a personal experience. C) Argue being for/against a topic. D) Inform the reader about a given topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Inform the reader about a given topic. 49. Why should a writer preview main points in the introduction? A) To let the reader know what will be explained. B) To add extra details. C) To explain evidence. D) To repeat the hook. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To let the reader know what will be explained. 50. A book report is an example of expository writing. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 51. True or False:You should start your thesis statement with a yes or a no then followed by your reasons. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 52. What is an important part of expository writing? A) Information & facts. B) A beginning, middle, & end. C) Opinion & reasons. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Information & facts. 53. When writing an expository essay we need to ensure there is enough ..... to back up the fact/facts. A) Evidence. B) Paragraphs. C) Words. D) Sentences. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Evidence. 54. What should always start your conclusion paragraph? A) Re-stated Thesis. B) Salutation. C) Greeting. D) Hook. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Re-stated Thesis. 55. The 1st sentence of your essay should be your ..... A) Hook. B) Audience. C) Claim. D) Thesis statement. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Hook. 56. Your social studies class is doing research on the advantages and disadvantages of having both genders in the same classroom. Using the information found in "Boys and Girls Learning Together" and "Keep Boys and Girls Separate in Schools, " write an argumentative essay in which you support or oppose separating boys and girls into different classrooms. A) Informative. B) Argumentative. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Argumentative. 57. Why is it important to use a writing strategy like RACE? A) To organize your thoughts so people can easily understand your point. B) To follow procedures. C) To avoid creative writing. D) So that you don't have to do research. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To organize your thoughts so people can easily understand your point. 58. What belongs in the INTRODUCTION of an expository and argumentative paper? A) Thesis statement, citation, restatement of thesis. B) Topic sentence, citation, explanation. C) Hook, topic sentence, thesis statement. D) Hook, recommendation, concluding sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Hook, topic sentence, thesis statement. 59. To identify similarities in two or more items A) Compare. B) Contrast. C) Rhetoric. D) Analogy. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Compare. 60. What part of the essay should you plan first? A) The conclusion. B) The examples. C) The final draft. D) The thesis statement. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The thesis statement. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesExpository Writing Quiz 1Expository Writing Quiz 2Expository Writing Quiz 3Expository Writing Quiz 4Expository Writing Quiz 5Expository Writing Quiz 7Expository Writing Quiz 8Expository Writing Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books