Academic Writing Essentials

Question 1

Which verb shows something is *symbolic* in the story?

Accepted Answer

represents

Question 2

Which sentence shows analysis, not summary?

Accepted Answer

This shows how fear is used to control others.

Question 3

Which verb is BEST for introducing a thesis statement?

Accepted Answer

argues

Question 4

Which phrase is good for a LINK sentence?

Accepted Answer

This also connects to...

Question 5

Complete the phrase: "One clear example of manipulation is when..."

Accepted Answer

...Orwell uses the dogs to scare the animals.

Question 6

Which verb is best to analyse a character's development?

Accepted Answer

changes

Question 7

Fill in the blank: "Orwell uses irony to ______ how the animals are fooled."

Accepted Answer

show

Question 8

Which of these is NOT a good verb for analysis?

Accepted Answer

buys

Question 9

Which verb shows you're going to support an idea with reasons?

Accepted Answer

demonstrates

Question 10

Fill in the blank: "This scene ______ the dangers of propaganda."

Accepted Answer

shows

Question 11

Which verb shows you are interpreting a text?

Accepted Answer

suggests

Question 12

Choose the strongest verb for a thesis:

Accepted Answer

claims

Question 13

Choose a useful phrase to start a literary essay:

Accepted Answer

This essay will explore...

Question 14

What does PEEL stand for?

Accepted Answer

Point, Explanation, Example, Link

Question 15

Which sentence is a clear POINT in a PEEL paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Orwell uses Napoleon to show the corruption of power.

Question 16

What's the most academic way to say: "The book talks about power"?

Accepted Answer

discusses

Question 17

Which sentence is best for an EXAMPLE?

Accepted Answer

"All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others."

Question 18

Fill in the blank: "The use of the anthem ______ a sense of unity."

Accepted Answer

creates

Question 19

Which phrase shows clear opinion in a thesis?

Accepted Answer

Orwell clearly shows...

Question 20

Which phrase can introduce an EXPLANATION?

Accepted Answer

This means that...

Question 21

This essay ___ that Napoleon represents Stalin.

Accepted Answer

proves

Question 22

Which is the most academic phrase to use?

Accepted Answer

Orwell highlights the abuse of power.

Questions 22