Quiz 3: Writing an Essay (1)

A research paper without a thesis statement will what?
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A research paper without a thesis statement will what?
Not have a clear purpose.
Receive a very low score
What is a thesis (for an essay specifically)? (Select all that apply)
A statement that you plan to prove
A statement that is generally placed at the end of the introduction
A thesis statement should be __________.
Clear
Concise
Limited
One Sentence
A thesis statement should not:
Be your entire introduction.
Be multiple sentences.
Be written as a question.
Include "I" statements such as in "I will discuss...."
Where should the thesis statement be placed in the introduction?
At the end
An essay map thesis is a thesis statement that "maps out" the direction of your essay by providing specific points you plan to write about.
true
How can you develop a thesis statement?
Question/answer method
"This paper will prove" method
Essay map method
Why do you need to avoid opinion in essays? In what way can your opinion be included?
You need to avoid opinion in an essay because professors and teachers need factual information to grade you on your paper instead of a personal opinion. And a way that you can include your opinion without saying "I" is you can use different words to express your opinion without using personal pronouns like "this is cool/awesome" in an essay or paper.
Write three possible thesis statements for your chosen and approved essay topic.
A. Stopping food waste is important because:
1. it will contribute to stopping world hunger.
2. it will help the environment.
B. Good produce is essential because:
1. it is required for your health.
2. it will help with the growth of a produce industry.
C. Caring for the animals on the farm is important because:
1. it results in a better product.
2. it helps people who want to buy your product to trust the company because of what a good job they do in taking care of their animals.
Carefully evaluate your thesis statements for clarity and precision. Choose one and explain why you feel it is the best choice for your essay.
A. Stopping food waste is important because:
1. it will contribute to stopping world hunger.
2. it will help the environment.
I would choose this thesis statement because it talks about what people can do to make an impact on the world.
Thesis Statements CardsCards aboveEssay Headings and Outlines CardsCards belowThe heading and the header contain the same information. The location is the only thing that's different.FalseWhich of the following headers would be correct for page 8 of an essay? Sharks are Cool 8 (title) English I 8 (class name) Mackel 8 (last name) Jennifer 8 (first name) None of the aboveMackel 8 (last name)Each main point in an outline needs at least three sub points.FalseYou can use both complete sentences (sentence form) and short phrases (topic form) within the same outline.FalseRules or requirements for outlines include __________.Each level must have a second point If no second point, combine with previous level Topic or Sentence methods Specific ordering of points IndentationsWhen you create an outline, it's helpful to:Know specific quotes that you want to use in your essay.The two methods for comparing and contrasting an outline are what?Point by point method Extended methodDescribe the differences between the point-by-point method and the extended (block) method for outlines.The difference between the point-by-point method and the extended (block) method is one method goes back and forth with different topics while the other method stays on one topic and then switches to another topic in a separate paragraph.Write an outline for your approved essay topic. It must contain at least three main points with at least two sub-points each. You may create as many other points as you need. Your thesis should be included at the top.Thesis: Stopping food waste will save the earth. I. Stopping food waste will help the environment. a. food waste pollutes the earth. b. food waste limits people around the world to put food on the table. II. Food waste is a waste of money. a. stopping food waste can save you money. b. stopping food waste will provide a more sustainable life for humans as a whole. III. Food waste can be stopped. a. buying less at the store will not only give you a better chance at not wasting food it will also save you money. b. food waste can be stopped by putting less on your plate and going back and putting a little bit more later if you are still hungry.Introduction CardsCards belowWhy are introductions important?First impression of essay Provide the topic Introduces the thesisIntroductions: Can be two to four sentences long. Can begin with your thesis statement. Should introduce the general topic of your essay but be as vague as possible so that you don't give away any information that will be introduced later in the body paragraphs. Should provide information on your essay's topic with the goal of introducing the thesis statement at the end of the introduction. Can be longer than 4 sentences. Should contain language like "in this essay."Should provide information on your essay's topic with the goal of introducing the thesis statement at the end of the introduction. Can be longer than 4 sentences.What are different ways you can start an introduction?A question A story A conflicting or complex idea A relevant quote A statementBeginning your introduction to your research paper with a question is a great way to capture the reader's interest.FalseWrite the introduction for your essay (it can be a rough draft). Be sure the thesis statement is placed appropriately at the end of it.Wasting things is something most people struggle with. Being able to provide for yourself or a family is something else that most people struggle with. But the main thing that people struggle to provide for their families but also waste is, food. Food is so essential for so many things. Food is important for health reasons, surviving reasons, and living reasons. By stopping food waste, it will not only save many lives but also save the planet.(Quotations) Part 1 CardsCards belowIn what way are quotes useful?Give credibility and authorityWhy do you need to carefully choose your evidence and quotes?I need to carefully choose my evidence and quotes because I can only use 150 words of quotes from a source I could be accused of plagiarism.Which of the following are true?​ Quotes need to serve a purpose; they can't just take up space. Poorly chosen quotes may cause confusion. Quotes from famous or well-known people (of any field) lend credence to your writing. Large portions of your essay can consist of quotes. The best place for quotes is at the start or end of a paragraph. Choosing quotes and evidence from credible sources is necessary. The presence of any quote will drastically improve your essay. Most of the essay should be your own words. Explanation of all quotes is incredibly important. Quotes need to be properly documented both in parenthetical citations and in the works cited page.Quotes need to serve a purpose; they can't just take up space. Poorly chosen quotes may cause confusion. Choosing quotes and evidence from credible sources is necessary. Most of the essay should be your own words. Explanation of all quotes is incredibly important. Quotes need to be properly documented both in parenthetical citations and in the works cited page.What percentage of your essay can consist of quotes?15%What are the different types of quotes?Indirect Quotations/Summaries Paraphrases Direct QuotesQuotes should not start or end a paragraph because:Quotes should be introduced and explained within the paragraph.A direct quote is when you use the exact words written or spoken by someone else.TrueA paraphrase is where you summarize a general concept or a main point from a book.FalseAn indirect quote/summary is where you summarize a general concept or a main point from a book.TrueA paraphrase is when you summarize the main, specific ideas of a smaller section of text like a few paragraphs or a short chapter.TrueIt's necessary to parenthetically cite direct quotes but not paraphrases.False(Quotations) Part 2 CardsCards belowYou should not quote dialogue.FalseWhich of the following is a correct example of quoting dialogue or if there is more than one speaker? "I wanted to cry, but I couldn't" she said. "Why not?" he asked. " 'I wanted to cry, but I couldn't,' she said. 'Why not?' He asked." "I wanted to cry, but I couldn't," she said. "Why not?" He asked."" 'I wanted to cry, but I couldn't,' she said. 'Why not?' He asked."What is true about quotes longer than three lines?Called "block quotes" Must be indented on both sides Must be citedYou can alter the quote as much as you need in order for it to serve the purpose you want it to serve.FalseThere are _____ methods for altering quotes.twoWhen you are changing a small portion of a quote (tense, clarification of persons, etc), then you need to use [ ] around the part you change.trueUse an ellipses when you are skipping over parts of a quote to include only what's relevant.trueIf the ellipses are added by you or are part of the original text, you do not need to put them inside brackets [ ].false