Text Types and Purposes: Master the Art of Writing Effectively

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of text structure used to organize information?

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Personal narrative

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Chronological order

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Compare and contrast

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Cause and effect

Question 2

Which purpose is NOT shared by informative/explanatory texts?

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To convince an audience

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To clarify a concept or process

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To inform readers

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To illustrate a subject

Question 3

What is the primary goal of a persuasive speech?

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To urge the audience to act

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To inform the audience about a topic

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To provide entertainment

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To present data and statistics

Question 4

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an informative/explanatory essay?

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To establish the topic and present the central argument

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To summarize the main points

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To supply background information

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To convey the author's personal viewpoint

Question 5

What's the primary purpose of an informative/explanatory text?

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To inform readers about a topic and make its key points clear

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To persuade readers to adopt a particular viewpoint

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To entertain readers with a captivating story

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To express the writer's personal feelings and experiences

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a typical purpose of argumentative writing?

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Providing entertainment through engaging storytelling

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Persuading readers to consider a particular viewpoint

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Informing readers about a specific topic

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Analyzing a complex issue from multiple perspectives

Question 7

When organizing an argumentative essay, the strategy of comparison and contrast is commonly used to:

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Compare and contrast different viewpoints

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Arrange events in a chronological order

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Identify cause-and-effect relationships

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Pose questions and provide answers

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of incorporating visuals and graphics into a text?

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Oversimplifying content for younger readers

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Enhancing comprehension of complex concepts

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Increasing engagement and visual appeal

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Emphasizing key information

Question 9

Which type of text presents information and explains a topic using clear and objective language?

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Informative

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Argumentative

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Narrative

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Persuasive

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a type of text covered in this unit on Text Types and Purposes?

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Plays

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Arguments

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Informative/explanatory texts

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Narratives

Question 11

What is a narrative in the context of this unit on Text Types and Purposes?

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A fictional or non-fictional account of a series of events

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A persuasive essay that argues a specific viewpoint

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A text that presents factual information and explains concepts

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A poem that expresses personal thoughts and feelings

Question 12

What is the most effective approach to determine the purpose of a text in this unit on Text Types and Purposes?

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Apply all of the above strategies

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Examine the title and the first sentence

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Identify the text's genre and type

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Analyze the language and structure used

Question 13

What is the primary distinction between an argument and an informative/explanatory text in this unit on Text Types and Purposes?

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Arguments present a viewpoint supported by evidence, while informative/explanatory texts present information only

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Informative/explanatory texts use subjective language, while arguments rely on objective facts

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Arguments are written in a formal style, while informative/explanatory texts are informal

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There is no significant difference between an argument and an informative/explanatory text

Question 14

Which of these options is NOT a type of text you learned about in this unit?

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Poetry

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Arguments

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Informative/Explanatory

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Narrative

Question 15

What is the primary reason for writing an argumentative piece of writing?

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To convince the reader to agree with your point of view

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To provide information without bias

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To share your unique experiences

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To make a complex idea easier to understand

Question 16

Which example below is an informative/explanatory type of text?

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A story about a scientist's life and work

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An essay convincing you of social media's benefits

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A short story about a family vacation

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An editorial pushing for a new policy

Question 17

Evidence in an argumentative text is used to:

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Support the author's perspective

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Weaken the opposing viewpoint

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Entertain the reader

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Introduce a personal story

Question 18

Which type of writing often utilizes vivid imagery to create a sensory experience?

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Poem

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News article

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Science textbook chapter

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Company financial report

Question 19

The primary function of a transition word is to:

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Connect ideas smoothly

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Show a shift in topic or perspective

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Emphasize a particular point

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Introduce new information

Question 20

The purpose of including a counterargument in an argumentative text is to:

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Strengthen the main argument by acknowledging and addressing opposing viewpoints

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Weaken the main argument by introducing evidence against it

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Provide additional support for the main argument by repeating it

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Convince the reader that the main argument is flawless

Question 21

Which of the following language registers is most suitable for a formal research paper?

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Academic and technical

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Informal and conversational

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Casual and personal

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Humorous and entertaining

Question 22

The concluding paragraph of an informative/explanatory text typically:

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Summarizes the key points and restates the thesis statement

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Restates the main argument and includes a call to action

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Introduces new information that was not discussed earlier

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Shares a personal anecdote or reflection on the topic

Question 23

In persuasive essays, which text structure is typically used to present a claim, support it with evidence, and provide reasoning?

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Claim, Evidence, Reasoning

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Problem and Solution

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Compare and Contrast

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Cause and Effect

Question 24

How do the intended audience and purpose of a text affect the language used?

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Both the audience and the purpose influence the writer's choice of sentence structure and vocabulary.

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The audience has no impact on the language used in a text.

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The purpose alone determines the language used in a text.

Question 25

Which characteristic distinguishes an argumentative text?

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Presenting evidence to support a claim

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Providing a single perspective on a topic

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Including personal experiences and opinions

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Explaining a concept in a neutral manner

Question 26

What is the main goal of an informative/explanatory text?

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To provide comprehensive information about a topic

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To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint

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To entertain the reader with a compelling story

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To express the author's personal feelings

Question 27

When writing a narrative, which of the following elements is typically employed?

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Chronological order and descriptive language

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Logical arguments and persuasive appeals

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Technical jargon and scientific data

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Subjective opinions and personal anecdotes

Question 28

In an argumentative essay, what is the function of persuasive language?

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To evoke emotions and connect with the reader

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To provide factual evidence to support the claim

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To establish the writer as an authority on the topic

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To present opposing viewpoints fairly

Question 29

Which element is crucial for effective informative/explanatory writing?

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Well-organized structure and logical flow

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Excessive use of technical language

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Inclusion of irrelevant personal experiences

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Absence of supporting evidence

Question 30

What is the purpose of using transition words in a narrative text?

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To indicate changes in time, location, or events

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To compare and contrast different characters

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To provide evidence for an argument

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To summarize the main themes of the story

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a potential bias that can undermine the credibility of an argument?

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Objectivity

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Confirmation bias

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Selective perception

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Self-serving bias

Question 32

What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay?

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To present the topic and state the writer's claim

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To provide evidence to prove the claim

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To summarize the main points of the essay

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To offer a personal reflection on the topic

Question 33

What is the primary distinction between a narrative text and an informative/explanatory text?

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Informative/explanatory texts provide factual information, while narratives provide entertainment

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Narrative texts use chronological order, while informative/explanatory texts do not

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Narrative texts use imaginative language, while informative/explanatory texts use technical language

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Informative/explanatory texts require extensive research, while narratives do not

Question 34

To avoid plagiarism in academic writing, which ethical guideline is essential?

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Properly crediting and citing all sources used.

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Using a paraphrasing tool without citing the original source.

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Altering the format of a quote to avoid detection.

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Citing only widely recognized or popular sources.

Question 35

What's the main reason for using figurative language in writing?

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To make the writing more vivid and engaging

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To explain complex ideas clearly

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To organize the text logically

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To ensure the writing is accurate and precise

Question 36

Which text type is NOT included in this unit?

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Poetry

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Arguments

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Informative texts

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Narratives

Question 37

Which characteristic is typical of an argumentative essay?

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Logical reasoning

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Descriptive language

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Figurative language

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Chronological order

Question 38

What is the main aim of a narrative text?

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To tell a story

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To inform

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To persuade

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To explain a concept

Question 39

Which of the following is an example of an informative text?

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A science article

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A novel

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A play

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A personal letter

Question 40

In an argumentative text, what is the author's main claim called?

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Thesis statement

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Topic sentence

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Supporting evidence

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Conclusion

Question 41

When writing an informative text, it is important to:

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Cite credible sources and present multiple perspectives

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Use vivid imagery and emotional appeals

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Use informal language and personal anecdotes

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Avoid using transitions and logical organization

Question 42

What is the primary reason for using transition words in a text?

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To improve the flow and coherence of ideas

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To create suspense and excitement

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To enhance the author's unique writing style

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To introduce new characters and settings

Question 43

How do logical flow and transitions enhance a text's coherence and effectiveness?

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They guide readers through the text and improve clarity.

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They make the text more visually appealing.

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They shorten the text by removing unnecessary details.

Question 44

The defining characteristic of an argumentative text is its:

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Clear and logical argument

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Vivid imagery and figurative language

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Personal and reflective style

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Detailed account of events

Question 45

The typical structure of a narrative text includes:

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Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution

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Introduction, body, conclusion

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Thesis, body paragraph, counterclaim

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Statement of purpose, methods, results

Question 46

Transitions in writing serve the purpose of:

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Connecting ideas smoothly

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Creating suspense and anticipation

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Presenting contrasting viewpoints

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Introducing new characters

Question 47

A fact is different from an opinion because a fact is:

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Verifiable

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Supported by evidence

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Subjective

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There is no difference between facts and opinions

Question 48

A biased statement:

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Shows a personal preference

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States a neutral viewpoint

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Is supported by evidence

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Is proven to be true

Question 49

The main purpose of a thesis statement in an argumentative essay is to:

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State the main argument of the essay

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Provide evidence for the main argument

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Introduce the topic of the essay

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Summarize the main points of the essay

Question 50

Using strong evidence in writing is important because it helps to:

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Support claims and make them more convincing

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Entertain the reader

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Connect with the reader on an emotional level

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Showcase research abilities