This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Academic Writing > Expository Writing – Quiz 12 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Expository Writing Quiz 12 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. The author must include ..... supporting details in an expository writing. A) One. B) Three. C) Five. D) None. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Three. 2. 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. 3. "To take a position on an issue and offer reasons for your position" -Which rhetorical strategy is this? A) Argumentative. B) Illustrative. C) Descriptive. D) Narrative. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Argumentative. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. 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. 10. What should you do in an expository essay? A) Tell a story. B) Persuade People. C) Explain like an expert. D) Express emotions. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Explain like an expert. 11. 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. 12. The name of the three main paragraphs are called the ..... A) Body paragraphs. B) Key idea paragraphs. C) Main idea paragraphs. D) Big paragraphs. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Body paragraphs. 13. 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. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. In MITT what does TT stand for? A) This means that. B) This shows. C) This is important because. D) This is true. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) This means that. 17. 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. 18. 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.". 19. 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. 20. A question that is either not meant to be answered or suggests a desired reply A) Rhetorical devices. B) Rhetorical question. C) Conclusion. D) Introduction. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Rhetorical question. 21. 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. 22. What is bias? A) Treating others unfairly or disrespectfully based on their differences. B) When you show favor or a preference for something or someone. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) When you show favor or a preference for something or someone. 23. 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. 24. Pick the correct answer on how to cite evidence using the MLA format? A) (Weiss 9). B) Weiss. C) (Weiss). D) According to Weiss, he showed Bridges talent. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) (Weiss 9). 25. What is step 2 of the writing process? A) Pre-write. B) Draft. C) Revise. D) Publish. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Draft. 26. 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. 27. 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. 28. 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. 29. What does the "C" stand for in RACE? A) Cite evidence. B) Change your thinking. C) Create a response. D) Convince the reader. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Cite evidence. 30. 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