Writing to Inform: Learn How to Write Informative Texts

Question 1

What's the main goal of informative writing?

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Tell the reader about a topic

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Make the reader laugh

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Convince the reader to do something

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Share the writer's emotions

Question 2

What is the main purpose of informative writing?

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To provide facts and details about a topic

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To persuade readers to agree with your opinion

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To create a fictional story

Question 3

What is the main purpose of including supporting details in an informative text?

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To provide specific information that explains the main idea

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To restate the main idea in different words

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To introduce a new topic or idea

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To express the author's opinion

Question 4

When writing an informative text, it's best to organize the supporting details:

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By topic or category

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In order of importance

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In chronological order

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Randomly

Question 5

When we say a piece of writing is 'biased', it means:

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It only shows one side of an argument

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It presents facts accurately and fairly

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It includes different points of view

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It uses simple and direct language

Question 6

What is the main purpose of a table of contents in an informative text?

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To give us a quick overview of what the text is about

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To list all the sources used in the text

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To explain important terms used in the text

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To give us extra information on specific topics

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a good way to conclude an informative text?

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Apologize for any errors

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Summarize the main points

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Restate the introductory hook

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Give the reader a call to action

Question 8

What are transition words?

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Words or phrases that connect ideas or sentences

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Words that describe nouns

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Words that show the writer's opinion

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Words that end sentences

Question 9

Which sentence uses correct grammar and punctuation?

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The dog barked at the mailman; it was very loud.

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The dog barked at the mailman, it was very loud.

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The dog barked, at the mailman it was very loud.

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The dog barked the mailman, it was very loud.

Question 10

What's the main reason for writing informative texts?

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To share true information

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To tell a made-up story

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To convince someone to think or do something

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To show how you feel about something

Question 11

What's a key feature of an informative text?

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Easy-to-understand language

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Language full of imagination and creativity

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Strong opinions

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Stories about your own life

Question 12

What's the purpose of the opening section of an informative text?

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To give an overview of the topic and the text

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To explain everything you'll talk about in detail

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To wrap up the main points of the text

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To tell a personal story to connect with the reader

Question 13

What do body paragraphs do in an informative text?

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Provide information and details to support the main idea

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Repeat the main idea in different words

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Introduce a new topic

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End the text

Question 14

What's the purpose of the closing section in an informative text?

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To wrap up the main points of the text

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To introduce new information

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To share the author's opinion

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To ask the reader to do something

Question 15

Why are transition words helpful in informative writing?

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They help ideas flow smoothly and make sense

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They make the text funny

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They highlight important information

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They introduce new characters

Question 16

Which of these is NOT an essential part of informative writing?

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Stating opinions

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An introduction

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Body paragraphs

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A conclusion

Question 17

Which transition word is used to connect ideas in an informative paragraph?

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In addition

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However

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Therefore

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Although

Question 18

What is a key feature of great informative writing?

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It is written clearly and simply

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It uses personal pronouns a lot

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It includes lots of extra details

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It lacks organization

Question 19

Which of the following is a good way to write a strong conclusion for an informative piece of writing?

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Restate the main idea in a new way

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Introduce completely new information

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Tell a personal story

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End the writing suddenly

Question 20

What is NOT included in the structure of an informative text?

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Poem

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Introduction

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Body paragraphs

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Conclusion

Question 21

What is the primary goal of an informative text?

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To provide clear and accurate information

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To persuade the reader

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To entertain the reader

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To express the writer's feelings

Question 22

How can you tell if something is a fact or an opinion?

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A fact can be proven, but an opinion cannot

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An opinion is based on proof, but a fact is not

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A fact is personal, but an opinion is not

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There is no difference between a fact and an opinion

Question 23

What is the purpose of the first sentence in each paragraph of an informative text?

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To state the main idea of the paragraph

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To introduce the characters in the story

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To describe the setting of the story

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To share the writer's opinion

Question 24

How is a draft different from a final copy?

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A draft is a first attempt, while a final copy is the polished version

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A final copy is a first attempt, while a draft is the polished version

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There is no difference between a draft and a final copy

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A draft is written in pencil, but a final copy is written in ink

Question 25

In an informative paragraph, which sentence starts with a general statement and provides the main idea of the paragraph?

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Topic sentence

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Supporting sentence

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Concluding sentence

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Transition sentence

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good informative writing?

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States the writer's opinions as facts

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Uses clear and easy-to-understand language

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Includes accurate and verifiable information

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Is well-organized and easy to follow

Question 27

What is the purpose of a supporting sentence in an informative paragraph?

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To provide details, examples, or evidence that support the topic sentence

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To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

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To summarize the information presented in the paragraph

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To express the writer's personal opinion on the topic

Question 28

What is the main difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven, while an opinion cannot

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An opinion can be proven, while a fact cannot

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Facts and opinions are the same thing

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Opinions are always true, while facts are not

Question 29

What is the purpose of a concluding sentence in an informative paragraph?

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To restate the main idea of the paragraph

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To provide new information that was not covered earlier

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To express the writer's personal opinion on the topic

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To introduce the next paragraph in the writing

Question 30

When writing about different ideas, which phrase helps show that you're talking about a different point of view?

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On the other hand

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Finally

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As a result

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In conclusion

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of informative writing?

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Opinions and beliefs

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Clear and accurate presentation of information

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Logical organization

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Use of facts and examples

Question 32

What is the typical structure of an informative text?

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Introduction - Body Paragraphs - Conclusion

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Introduction - Conclusion - Body Paragraphs

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Body Paragraphs - Introduction - Conclusion

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Conclusion - Body Paragraphs - Introduction

Question 33

Which of these is an example of a transition word often used in informative writing?

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Additionally

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Therefore

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Wow

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Amazingly

Question 34

What makes a good topic sentence?

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It clearly states the main idea of the paragraph

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It includes a lot of supporting details

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It uses fancy language

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It is placed at the end of the paragraph

Question 35

How can you make an informative text easier to understand?

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Provide clear examples and details

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Use difficult words and long sentences

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Avoid using pictures and diagrams

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Use only technical terms

Question 36

Which of these is NOT a good source of information for an informative text?

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Personal opinions

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Books

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Experts

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Websites

Question 37

Before writing an informative text, what should you do first?

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Plan your ideas

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Write a rough draft

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Edit and revise

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Publish your writing

Question 38

What does a topic sentence do?

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It states the main idea of a paragraph

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It sums up the paragraph

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It introduces a new idea

Question 39

What is the best way to back up your ideas in an informative text?

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Include facts and examples

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Make general statements without proof

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Copy and paste information from the internet

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Share your thoughts and feelings

Question 40

What do transition words do in an informative text?

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They make the writing flow smoothly by connecting ideas

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They introduce new characters

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They express the writer's feelings

Question 41

Which of these makes an informative text effective?

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Clear and easy-to-understand language

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Sharing personal experiences

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Using lots of fancy words

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Trying to make people feel strong emotions

Question 42

When you revise and edit your informative text, what should you do?

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Check for any mistakes, make it easier to understand, and improve the flow

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Completely change the topic

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Try to add more details

Question 43

Which of these is NOT a type of informative writing?

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A poem

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A biography

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A news article

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A chapter in a textbook

Question 44

Why is it important to use reliable sources of information in informative writing?

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To ensure your information is accurate and trustworthy

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To make your writing seem more impressive

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To avoid copying from other sources

Question 45

What is the correct order of the main parts of an informative essay?

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Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion

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Body Paragraphs, Introduction, Conclusion

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Conclusion, Introduction, Body Paragraphs

Question 46

When writing an informative essay, it's important to:

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Use facts and evidence from reliable sources

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Only share your opinions without proof

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Tell a story instead of giving information

Question 47

Good informative writing should:

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Be clear and easy to understand

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Use words that make the reader feel strong emotions

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Share only personal experiences and opinions

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Use complex words and long sentences

Question 48

What is the main goal of an introduction paragraph in an informative essay?

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Introduce the topic and state the main idea

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Summarize the whole essay

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Share the author's personal thoughts

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Provide lots of details and examples

Question 49

Body paragraphs in an informative essay should NOT:

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State opinions without providing proof

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Focus on different aspects of the topic

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Support the main idea with evidence

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Help the reader move smoothly between ideas

Question 50

What does the conclusion of an informative essay do?

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Sums up the main points and restates the main idea

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Shares the author's personal feelings

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Introduces new information

Question 51

What type of source is best for finding reliable facts and evidence?

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Scholarly journal article

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Online chat

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Social media post

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Personal blog

Question 52

When writing an informative essay, it's important to:

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Consider your audience and why you're writing

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Avoid using examples to make your writing clear

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Only use difficult words to impress your reader

Question 53

Which technique can make informative writing more interesting?

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Using descriptive language and details that appeal to the senses

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Including only facts and numbers

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Avoiding any creative or imaginative language

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Writing in a boring and technical style

Question 54

When you are finished writing an informative essay, you should:

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Revise and edit your work carefully

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Write the first draft quickly without worrying about mistakes

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Only edit the introduction and conclusion