Essay Writing
English Language
Essay Writing starts at 4 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one way to make your essay more interesting for the reader.
Describe the importance of using paragraphs in an essay.
Explain the difference between revising and editing an essay.
Explain why it is important to have a clear thesis statement in your essay.
Explain why it is important to revise your essay after writing the first draft.
List three types of essays commonly taught in schools.
Read the following introduction: 'Many people believe that homework is important for students. However, others think it is unnecessary. In this essay, I will discuss both views and give my opinion.' What type of essay is this? (1) Narrative (2) Descriptive (3) Persuasive (4) Expository
Read the following sentence: 'First, I woke up early. Next, I brushed my teeth. Then, I had breakfast.' What type of essay is this most likely from? (1) Descriptive (2) Narrative (3) Persuasive (4) Expository
Choose the best thesis statement for an essay about the importance of reading. (1) Reading is fun. (2) Reading is important because it improves knowledge, imagination, and language skills. (3) I like to read books. (4) Books are everywhere.
Read the following introduction: 'Many people believe that homework is important for students. However, others think it is unnecessary. In this essay, I will discuss both views and give my opinion.' What type of essay is this? (1) Narrative (2) Descriptive (3) Persuasive (4) Expository
Read the following sentence: 'First, I woke up early. Next, I brushed my teeth. Then, I had breakfast.' What type of essay is this most likely from? (1) Descriptive (2) Narrative (3) Persuasive (4) Expository
Which of the following best describes a persuasive essay? (1) Tells a story (2) Describes a place (3) Tries to convince the reader (4) Explains a process
Fill in the blank: A __________ essay tells a story from the writer’s life.
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a plan or map for your essay before you start writing.
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a sentence that grabs the reader’s attention at the beginning of an essay.
Fill in the blank: In a descriptive essay, you should use __________ details to help the reader imagine the scene.
True or False: A thesis statement should be specific and clear.
True or False: An essay can have only one paragraph.
True or False: An essay should always have an introduction, body, and conclusion.
True or False: Each paragraph in an essay should have only one main idea.
