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Writing Pre-Assessment
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Writing Pre-Assessment

What are the key parts of a basic essay? (check all that apply).

❏ Introduction
❏ Thesis Statement
❏ Reflection
❏ Conclusion
❏ Rationale
❏ Body Paragraphs
❏ Description

What is MOST important to consider when writing?

○ tone
○ purpose
○ audience
○ all of the above
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What is the best point of view to use when writing academically?

○ first
○ second
○ third
○ fourth

What does a thesis statement do?

○ it asks readers to consider your topic

○ it promotes unity among readers
○ it tries to trick the reader
○ it informs the reader about the paper’s topic

How long should a thesis statement be?

○ a few words
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○ one to two sentences

○ three to four sentences
○ a full paragraph

Which of the following is the BEST example of a thesis statement?

○ Pineapple does not belong on pizza.

○ I believe cats are better than dogs because they are quieter, calmer, and cuter.
○ Despite recent environmental protection measures, the orangutan population continues to decrease
due to logging, forest fires, and illegal hunting and trading.
○ While television can be educational, parents should regulate the amount of television their children
watch because it is not always intellectually stimulating, prevents social interaction, and can
negatively impact their self-esteem.

Based on the following thesis statement, which of these would NOT make a good topic sentence?
Libraries should receive more funding so they can continue to provide essential services such as
skills-based classes, access to quality materials, and recreational space for their local communities.
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○ Libraries change lives and deserve to be given adequate funding.

○ Libraries host meaningful interactions for various clubs and organizations.
○ Libraries increase the amount of free or low cost learning opportunities for people of all ages.
○ Libraries serve as a major source of resources and materials, many of which are not available
elsewhere.

True or False
___ A thesis statement is important because it presents a topic and the writer’s opinion on that topic.
___ A topic sentence should go before the thesis statement.
___ Topic sentences need to be followed by examples and explanations.