Introduction, Supporting Paragraphs, and Conclusion
Quiz
What is a GOOD strategy for engaging readers in the introductory paragraph?
- telling a brief story
- starting with a dictionary definition
- announcing the purpose in a formal way
- none of the above
Which of the following is an example of a POOR opening?
- Web-based instruction is the form of teaching and learning which utilizes the resources of the Internet.
- In this research paper, I will talk about the advantages and limitations of web-based instruction.
- Both A and B
An abstract...
- is a brief outline of the research findings.
- explains the methodology used in the research.
- is a brief, comprehensive summary of the paper.
An abstract that provides a brief description of the subject and review of the study and is usually under 120 words long is called...
- a descriptive abstract
- an informative abstract
An executive summary...
- briefly covers all the main parts of the report.
- provides a concise statement of the findings and recommendations based on those findings
- appears on a separate page and is able to stand on its own
- all of the above
What is a thesis statement?
- It is the central idea of a paper.
- It is the answer to the central question raised in a paper.
- It is the first sentence of the introductory paragraph.
- both A and B
- both B and C
What is a paragraph's topic sentence?
- It is the first sentence in a paragraph.
- It is the sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.
- It is the transitional sentence logically connecting two paragraphs together.
A unified paragraph...
- introduces additional evidence to support the topic sentence.
- develops a single main idea expressed in the topic sentence.
- uses transitional words and phrases to ensure the smooth flow of thought.
A good conclusion...
- reiterates the main points made in the paper.
- states the significance of research findings.
- calls to action.
- all of the above
Which of the following should NOT be included in a concluding paragraph?
- recommendation for further exploration of the subject
- a new idea not discussed in the main body of the paper
- a short summary of the main idea
- a question about the research findings