Central Idea/Final Exam Review

Question 1

Choosing words that convey a particular tone or meaning is one method authors can use to develop ideas

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

Beliefs or opinions that go against religious beliefs or what is generally accepted are...

Accepted Answer

heresies

Question 3

Deify means...

Accepted Answer

to see as a god or goddess

Question 4

The details you provide in a paragraph do not need to relate to the thesis

Accepted Answer

False

Question 5

The central idea of a text is...

Accepted Answer

The main idea or main point the author is trying to get across

Question 6

Textual evidence is...

Accepted Answer

specific words/phrases in the text that helps prove a statement

Question 7

Find the verbs in this sentence: The fluffy dog sat patiently while waiting for his owner.

Accepted Answer

sat and waiting

Question 8

If something is explicitly stated in the text, it is...

Accepted Answer

directly stated in the text

Question 9

A well developed paragraph...

Accepted Answer

includes details that supports the central idea, explains the importance of the supporting ideas

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a way to develop an idea?

Accepted Answer

State the obvious

Question 11

If you have a strong thesis, you do not need to provide details that support it

Accepted Answer

False

Question 12

Using personal anecdotes or drawing from personal experience is a method for developing ideas

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

Making an inference when reading a text means...

Accepted Answer

making a guess based on the text and what you already know

Questions 13