Writing an Informative Essay about Making Sacrifices Eng 2 answer keys
An informative essay's conclusion should
connect back to the thesis while summarizing and extending the main points.
Which are required of a thesis statement for an informative essay? Check all that apply.
holding together all the ideas setting up subtopics of the essay stating the main idea of the essay
Which of these can be used as a hook in the introduction of an informative essay? Check all that apply.
an analogy a short history a quotation, and an anecdote
Which of these details is an anecdote?
As a young child, I remember loving the taste of popcorn when I went to the movie theater.
Read the paragraph. Some people think that healthy snacks lack flavor, but that is not true. Popcorn, which was first enjoyed by the people of Peru over five thousand years ago, is not only healthy but also quite delicious. The high rate of popcorn consumption among Americans supports this claim. Because popcorn is relatively high in nutritional value, is fairly inexpensive, and lends itself to a variety of cooking methods, it is one of the most popular American snack foods. Which sentence is the thesis in this paragraph?
Because popcorn is relatively high in nutritional value, is fairly inexpensive, and lends itself to a variety of cooking methods, it is one of the most popular American snack foods.
Review the information in the idea web. https://media.education2020.com/evresources/3009/3009-07/3009-07-08/3009-07-08-assessment/3009-07-08-02.png Which best completes the web?
Fundraising
Read the paragraph. The Huntington Library, located in San Marino, California, contains a significant collection of rare books and manuscripts. A visitor of the library will,______ , find one of the original copies of the Gutenberg Bible, as well as first-edition copies of books by William Blake. Which transition best completes the paragraph?
In fact
Which is the strongest thesis for an essay on public transportation?
Taking public transportation can benefit a person financially, create new social connections, and reduce stress.
Read the rough-draft paragraph. Since popcorn is a whole grain, it is high in dietary fiber, which helps in the regulation and maintenance of the digestive system. To maximize the healthful benefits of eating popcorn, be sure to only munch on either air-popped popcorn or kernels that have been popped using little oil. In addition to providing dietary fiber, popcorn is also a source of antioxidants. This means that like fruits and vegetables, popcorn contains compounds that can reduce or prevent certain cancers. So, not only is popcorn a tasty treat, it is also a nutritional powerhouse. Which topic sentence should be added to this body paragraph?
Recent studies prove that popcorn is one of the healthiest snack choices.
One way to brainstorm a topic for an informative essay is to
Use prior knowledge about a topic.
Review the information in the brainstorming chart. Which heading best completes the missing information in the chart?
Value of volunteering
Review the information in the idea web. https://media.education2020.com/evresources/3009/3009-07/3009-07-08/3009-07-08-assessment/3009-07-08-03.png Which topic best completes the idea web?
Value of volunteering
