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Recheck your thesis statement to make sure it still holds true.

After you finish writing your first draft, what should you do?

A list of 4 pros and 4 cons of pet ownership

Amelia is writing an essay on the pros and cons of pet ownership and has just finished the first two steps of brainstorming. Which of the products below demonstrate the best brainstorming method regarding the pros and cons of owning a pet?

Based on the clarity of the arguments.

How should an appeal based on Logos be delivered?

By calling upon the readers' values and feelings

How would an emotional appeal be made?

Read literature on the topic, determine your position, and find examples from your sources that support it.

How would you prepare to write a synthesis paper about 'The Effect of Texting on Student Language Skills'?

Ethos

If a person begins an essay by pointing out they are a researcher who has been studying this particular field for the past 18 years, what form of appeal is he or she making?

What you are writing is controversial.

In which of the following scenarios is giving a brief response NOT ideal?

Because she had too many main points, making the essay slightly confusing.

Jane is writing a standard 5-paragraph-essay that consists of 750 words. She starts off by writing her thesis statement in the introduction, stating that: 'The most dangerous element in modern-day history is discrimination.' She then lists 7-9 main points which strongly show her main opinion. Within those 7-9 points, she displays and refutes the evidence by authors who don't agree with her. Why did Jane receive relatively LOW marks on her essay?

outline your major points

Once you've completed brainstorming for an essay, you'll be ready to _____.

A secondary objective of your writing.

People write for many reasons. Some want to inform, others want to persuade while others aim to teach or train their audience. If you are concerned about what your readers think about you based on your writing, what does this represent?

Attack the frailty of the opposing view.

Steve wants to write a convincing argument supporting the need for reducing carbon emissions from cars. Which of the following is NOT an approach he should use to write a good argument?

Analysis is the writer's interpretation on the importance of a particular detail found through research.

The term analysis is used to define a process following the research phase across many subject matter disciplines. How is analysis applied in terms of writing an essay?

'While many disagree on this and their opinions must be respected, the most recent data may offer a new perspective.'

The topic of your essay is somewhat controversial, but you want readers who disagree with your opinion to continue reading. Which of the following sentences would most likely encourage their continued attention?

Attitude

Tone is all about ____.

We can reasonably conclude that Shelly will be happy.

Using inductive validity, which is the most likely answer to the following questions? Shelly always seems happy. Shelly will seem what today?

Stated and implied.

What are the two types of premises an argument can have?

Word

What does Logos mean in Greek?

Pathos

What form of appeal is being used in the following statement? I can still remember the first time I rode my bike without training wheels. As the wind brushed past my hair it felt as if I was flying rather than riding on two wheels.

'This brings us to another one of our main points.'

Which is the best phrasing to let the reader know that important information is coming up?

Water is good for you for many reasons including being good for the brain, preventing constipation, and cleansing the body.

You are working to prepare an argument that is both clear and concise. You have written several different sentences but need to select the option that best meets this requirement. Which of the following should be included in the final draft?

A logical appeal

You are writing a paper for a class to persuade the professor and other readers of the value of using recycled paper. What type of appeal should you frame within the paper to achieve your goal?

The conclusion must be rejected.

f the premise is untrue, what does that mean for the conclusion?

'Did you know you can't dream and snore at the same time?'

Which of the following sentences is intended to encourage a response from the reader?

Reflection essay

Which of the following is not a type of tone?

All written work should have a formal tone

Which of the following sentences is false?

Highlight the experience and credentials of a quoted expert.

If you were trying to develop an ethical appeal to further engage readers, which of the following strategies would be the most successful?

Reasoning in support of an argument

What type of information or support would be included within a logical appeal?

With your thesis statement

Which of the following is NOT a good way to start your introductory paragraph?

Surprise the reader with something new in the conclusion.

You have completed the steps to organizing a great argument and are ready to write the essay. Which of the following should you AVOID doing while writing the piece?

Make sure to show your bias.

Which of the following is NOT a step in writing a good argument?

Transcribing

Which of the following is NOT a useful brainstorming technique?

It is impossible for the conclusion to be true if the premise is false

What is deductive validity?

write down whatever comes to mind

When brainstorming ideas for your paper, _____.

Write down all of your ideas, even the ones that do not make sense.

When brainstorming on your own, which of the following should you do?

The reader's level of education.

When you think about what level of knowledge your reader has about your topic, you should consider which of the following criteria?

It acts as a sort of road map for an essay.

Which answer best describes a thesis statement?

The History of Redwood Trees in Northern California

Which answer choice below BEST demonstrates a descriptive title?

Both of these

Why is a strong introductory paragraph important?

Knowing who your reader is in relation to yourself can help you determine how formal your tone should be.

Why is it important to know your reader's position with respect to yourself?

While the sentence outline may be more time-consuming up front, it makes writing the first draft much easier.

Why is using a full sentence outline beneficial for most standard essays?

An abstract

Which of the following is NOT typically part of an essay?

Spelling.

Which of the following does NOT add tone and voice to your writing?

Transition statements

Read the following short paragraphs and identify what may be missing: 'Flowers are very well-liked in most parts of the world. There are many types of flowers.' 'Roses are one of the most recognized types of flowers. Roses come in a variety of colors. Roses are often bred to make even more unique colors.' 'Daisies are well-liked flowers. Daisies grow in various types of soil, so daisies are found in a lot of different regions.'

By choosing the proper words and presenting the words correctly

What is the best way to make sure a writer achieves her desired tone?

Identify the conclusion.

What is the first step in evaluating reasoning in an essay or article?

Outlines allow the writer to compile information and set a direction for the essay before jumping to a first draft.

What is the greatest benefit of using an outline to draft an essay?

Sarcasm

What kind of tone do you think the writer is trying to convey in the following sentence? 'I feel so bad that you got in trouble today at school. Maybe next time you won't cheat off of me after I repeatedly beg you to stop looking at my paper. You should try and study next time.'

Break down the argument into columns and use a modified version of the 100 rule.

When you only have fifteen minutes, how would you go about brainstorming ideas for a position paper on a controversial topic?

Brainstorming 100 different ideas for the essay topic you have been assigned.

Which of the following best describes the 100 rule?

Emotional appeals can easily turn into rants that readers dismiss.

Why might it be a good idea to utilize emotional appeals less frequently than other approaches?

You can then appeal to your reader's interests.

Why should you care about your reader's perspective on an issue when you write?

The sections to be discussed don't have to be listed in the order they'll appear in the paper.

Which of these statements about a thesis statement is not true?

What you want your reader to take away from what you write.

What should you consider to ensure that you're writing effectively for your audience?

Global warming is a slow increase in the overall temperature of the earth from human activity.

You have been given an assignment to write a paper about the causes and effects of global warming. You need to develop an outline that will assist you in drafting a comprehensive analysis of the topic. So far, you have collected research on a general definition of global warming, loss of woodlands, industrial emission and personal energy consumption. You have already written a title and a thesis statement. Based on your topic, which of the following would be the most appropriate choice for your first topic sentence or Roman numeral number one?

Debating ideas as a group can lead to additional ideas.

Which of the following is a benefit of group brainstorming?

If he or she wants to emphasize their credentials.

Why would an author use Ethos to appeal to his audience?

Alphanumeric outlines speak in generalities and are less time-consuming for writers.

Which of the following is the greatest value of using an alphanumeric outline?

Some people claim that they don't like the taste of water. For them, flavoring water with drops of lemon, chilling it in the freezer, or drinking small glasses throughout the day followed by a more desirous beverage may help with consumption.

Which of the following represents the best example of dealing with disagreements in an argument?

Because it lacks a clear thesis in the introduction.

The following are the last 3 statements of the introduction to an English 101 literary essay. Why should they be reorganized? The main thesis of this paper concerns the play Romeo and Juliette and will be explained in the following thesis. This will best be explained by the many symbols that are used throughout Shakespeare's play. Shakespeare's works remain significant to this day and age.

content

The most critical element of an essay is its _____.