Timed Essay Technique

Question 1

True or False: it is more important to use simple vocabulary than impressive, unfamiliar words in a timed writing essay.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

Which of these makes for a bad intro sentence?

Accepted Answer

"Initially, Langston Hughes' poetry has lasted the century.", "Someone once said, 'Practice makes perfect.'", "I think that Harlem Renaissance poetry is about identity.", "It is common knowledge that life is complicated."

Question 3

The following are all BAD ideas in timed essay writing, EXCEPT...

Accepted Answer

quoting or summarizing the original text

Question 4

Which of these is best constructed as a "one sentence answer" to the prompt?

Accepted Answer

Thesis Statement

Question 5

Which of these should NOT describe the introduction of a timed essay?

Accepted Answer

it repeats or rewords the prompt, it summarizes the text in question

Question 6

True or False: a "Five Paragraph Essay" usually has three body paragraphs

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

The last five minutes (or more) of your time should be reserved for:

Accepted Answer

a quick review/proofread

Question 8

True or False: Timed essays must be 5 paragraphs total.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

Which of these should you do FIRST in a timed essay?

Accepted Answer

Reread/Summarize prompt

Question 10

Body Paragraphs should be...

Accepted Answer

an evidence-based topic that supports the thesis

Question 11

Which of the following is a category you would NOT expect to be graded on after a timed essay?

Accepted Answer

creativity

Question 12

The first thing in a body paragraph for a timed essay should be:

Accepted Answer

the topic sentence

Question 13

Which of the following structures works best for body paragraphs?

Accepted Answer

topic - evidence - analysis

Timed Essay Technique

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Timed Essay Technique

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