LUOA english 11: module 2 week 3

A thesis statement is imperative to an essay because ___. Select all that apply.

-It narrows down the topic and gives focus to the paper -It provides a direction for the paper -It states the point the writer will prove in the paper

The thesis statement is made up of two parts. It consists of the specific topic and then any of the following regarding that specific topic: Select all that apply.

-attitude -angle -argument

Identify the characteristics of a well-written, strong thesis statement. A thesis statement must ___. Select all that apply.

-avoid "I" language - Propose an arguable point - Be specific

Complete the following match by determining how the main idea is presented. The Topic Sentence provides the main idea for the _____________. The Thesis Statement provides the main idea for the ______________.

-paragraph -essay

In the following thesis statement, identify the specific topic and then the attitude/angle for the topic. Essay writing is a process that can be learned, but it takes time, patience, and hard work. Essay Writing: The process can be learned with time, patience, and hard work.

-specific topic -attitude/angle for the topic

According to dictionary.reference.com, the thesis statement "is developed, supported, and explained in the text by means of examples and evidence." Based on this lesson, two ways the thesis might be developed, supported, or explained would be through the proper use of what two other parts of an essay?

-topic sentence -supporting details

In the space provided, write ONE compound-complex sentence.

After soccer practice, I gathered the balls with my coach, and we discussed how to win the soccer game this weekend.

A compound-complex sentence is two independent clauses joined by a comma only because they are not actually compound at all.

False

Compound-complex sentences are identified by their length; they're much longer than any other sentence one can write.

False

In the space provided, write ONE compound sentence.

I went to soccer practice today, and our coach made us run laps!

Determine which mark of punctuation is correct for the underlined space in the following sentence. I wish I could travel to Holland and visit the village in which my father was born.

No mark needed; it's not a compound sentence.

Identify the following complete thesis statement as STRONG or WEAK: Although being a teenager has its challenges, it is a prime time in life to grow into who God wants you to be personally, spiritually, and academically.

Strong

In the space provided, write ONE complex sentence.

When I took the shot, the ball flew into the net.

Correctly identify all of the coordinating conjunctions. Select all that apply.

and, or, nor, for, but, yet, so

Mark the box of every coordinating conjunction. Select all that apply.

and, or, nor, for, but, yet, so

The ______________ thesis statement identifies the EXACT ideas, reasons, arguments, evidences, etc. that will be used within the body of the essay to defend the thesis.

closed

The following thesis is what type of thesis statement? Essay writing is a process that can be learned, but it takes time, patience, and hard work.

closed

Determine which mark of punctuation is correct for the underlined space in the following sentence. The woman was accused of adultery but no one cast any stones at her.

comma

Determine if the following sentence is complex or compound-complex. After basic training at the US Marine Corps' Camp LeJeune in North Carolina, Joshua was deployed on a ship in the Indian Ocean where he patrolled the waters for modern day pirates off the coast of Africa.

complex

Determine if the following sentence is complex or compound-complex. Since I left my home state of New Jersey at the age of 13, I have lived in a number of different states including New York, New Hampshire, Michigan, Kentucky, Florida, Virginia, and Alaska!

complex

Determine if the following sentence is complex or compound-complex. When I was a little boy, my father took me fishing out in the ocean for flounder.

complex

1 independent clause plus 1 (or more) dependent clauses

complex sentence

Identify the following sentence as simple or compound. Her attitude seemed rather dark, so I became worried.

compound

Identify the following sentence as simple or compound. The pool looks so refreshing, but it's a little too cold outside for me to swim.

compound

2 or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction AND a comma OR a semicolon with no conjunction, PLUS one (or more) dependent clauses

compound complex sentence

Determine if the following sentence is complex or compound-complex. Robert has a proud and cocky attitude, but his brother Pete does not even though he is much more talented than Robert.

compound-complex

A compound sentence can be joined with a comma and a conjunction like "however," "thankfully," or "because of which."

false

A simple sentence is just one clause--a dependent clause OR an independent clause.

false

Carefully consider the following sentence. Mark TRUE if this sentence is punctuated correctly. Mark FALSE if this sentence is punctuated incorrectly. When we moved here, I asked you if you wanted to be homeschooled or go to the public school; but you never gave me your decision.

false

The thesis statement is located in the introduction paragraph, and is the Last sentence of that intro paragraph.

last

The __________ thesis statement is best used if the essay will have several body paragraphs, typically more than 3, that will support the thesis statement. This will help avoid having a lengthy list within the thesis itself.

open

The _____________ thesis leaves the body of the essay (the supporting details that will follow the thesis) flexible for many different ideas, reasons, arguments, and evidences; these unfold as the reader moves through the text.

open

The following thesis is what type of thesis statement? One person worthy of admiration is Thomas Jefferson, who was one of the greatest leaders in the early development of our nation.

open

If a closed thesis statement is used, the supporting body paragraphs should go in the specific order mentioned within the thesis. In this way, the closed thesis acts as a small ____________ for the essay.

outline

Determine which mark of punctuation is correct for the underlined space in the following sentence. Abigail asked the question__ therefore, she deserves the answer.

semicolon

Determine which mark of punctuation is correct for the underlined space in the following sentence. Donna, I've given you your supper__you don't need any more snacks tonight.

semicolon

Determine which mark of punctuation is correct for the underlined space in the following sentence. I did not see any bears on my trip however, I did see three whales and many sea otters, seals, and puffins.

semicolon

Identify the following sentence as simple or compound. Have you decided which elective to take?

simple

Identify the following sentence as simple or compound. Sheldon's kitten became ill, probably because of the new brand of food.

simple

Identify the following sentence as simple or compound. Stephen clenched his grip, swung the bat, and hit the ball over the left field fence for a grand slam home run!

simple

Complete the following statement: Topic Sentences __________________ the Thesis Statement.

support

In a nonfiction essay, the main idea for the entire essay is found within the thesis statement .

thesis statement

A compound sentence is two (or more) independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction and a comma OR a semicolon only.

true

A simple sentence is one independent clause.

true

A thesis statement may provide a possible answer to a question, but it cannot be an actual question.

true

If a dependent clause begins the sentence, then a comma should follow it.

true

Identify the following thesis statement as STRONG or WEAK: I enjoy being an online student for many reasons.

weak