This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Academic Writing > Expository Writing – Quiz 11 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Expository Writing Quiz 11 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. "To explain what a term or concept means by providing relevant examples" -Which rhetorical strategy is this? A) Classification. B) Narrative. C) Illustrative. D) Definition. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Definition. 2. What is the last part of WRAP IT UP? A) Restate thesis. B) End with powerful thought. C) Bring conclusion to an end. D) Begin essay with powerful thought. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) End with powerful thought. 3. Which type of language should be used in expository writing? A) Precise and to the point. B) Figurative and poetic. C) Ambiguous and vague. D) Emotional and persuasive. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Precise and to the point. 4. Which of the following sentences uses correct capitalization? A) My favorite book is "The Secret Garden.". B) My favorite book is "the secret garden.". C) My favorite book is "The Secret Garden.". D) My Favorite Book is "the Secret Garden."TagsFL.ELA.6.C.3.1. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) My favorite book is "The Secret Garden.". 5. A thesis statement does all of the following EXCEPT ..... A) Identifies the topic. B) Restates the prompt as a task statement. C) Takes a stance. D) Remains objective. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Remains objective. 6. Where does a thesis statement go in your essay? A) Last sentence of the first paragraph. B) First sentence of the first paragraph. C) Last sentence of the last paragraph. D) First sentence of the last paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Last sentence of the first paragraph. 7. The main idea is expanded on with ..... from resources such as published books, internet research, or interviews. A) Main idea. B) Supporting details. C) Logical sequence. D) Focus. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting details. 8. What is the role of an explanation in a body paragraph? A) It summarizes the main idea of the paragraph. B) It provides a transition to the next paragraph. C) The explanation elaborates on the text evidence and connects it back to the topic sentence. D) It introduces a new topic unrelated to the paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The explanation elaborates on the text evidence and connects it back to the topic sentence. 9. Each paragraph must include- A) Central Idea, details. B) Sentences and Abbreviations. C) Words and Phrases. D) Topic and Theme. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Central Idea, details. 10. What does every expository essay begin with? A) A body paragraph. B) A quote and commentary. C) A prompt. D) An introductory paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) An introductory paragraph. 11. Topic Sentences are used in ..... A) Poetry. B) Personal Narratives. C) Expository Writing. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Expository Writing. 12. TRUE/FALSE:A student is allowed to use only ONE source when finding text evidence for an expository or argumenative paper. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 13. The specific facts, examples, and other details used to support the reasoning. A) Concession. B) Evidence. C) Prohibiting. D) Reasoning. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Evidence. 14. What is the role of transitions in expository writing? A) To confuse the reader. B) To connect ideas and ensure flow. C) To introduce new characters. D) To conclude the essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To connect ideas and ensure flow. 15. 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. 16. 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. 17. 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. 18. The point of view of people who do not agree with the claim you are making is called the ..... A) Support. B) Counterclaim. C) Rebuttal. D) Evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Counterclaim. 19. In BEAR what does the E stand for? A) For instance. B) To further explain. C) Explain. D) For example. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) For example. 20. 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. 21. 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. 22. Project-based learning means: A) Visual learning. B) Audio learning. C) Kinesthetic learning. D) None of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Kinesthetic learning. 23. Which of the following is a key characteristic of expository writing? A) It includes fictional elements. B) It presents arguments. C) It provides factual information. D) It uses poetic language. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It provides factual information. 24. What should an effective hook in an expository writing introduction do? A) Provide a detailed analysis. B) Capture the reader's interest. C) Offer a personal opinion. D) Summarize the main points. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Capture the reader's interest. 25. What type of writing defines terms? A) Expository. B) Narrative. C) Persuasive. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Expository. 26. 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. 27. 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. 28. 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. 29. This tells more about the reasons that support a claim, especially why it matters. A) Claim. B) Evidence. C) Counterclaim. D) Reason. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Evidence. 30. How many paragraphs does an essay have? A) 1. B) 3. C) 5. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 5. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesExpository Writing Quiz 1Expository Writing Quiz 2Expository Writing Quiz 3Expository Writing Quiz 4Expository Writing Quiz 5Expository Writing Quiz 6Expository Writing Quiz 7Expository Writing Quiz 8Expository Writing Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books