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Reading and Writing Trivia Extravaganza!!
Reading and Writing Trivia Extravaganza!!
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This quiz tests students on reading comprehension and argumentation writing knowledge.
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The subject of a paragraph is often found in the ____________.
middle sentence
topic sentence
appendix
longest sentence
2
The tornado barreling towards us will
_____
our picnic plans.
affect
effect
3
A well developed essay should consist of the following.
Intro., conclusion
Intro., 3 body paragraphs, and conclusion
Intro, 3 body paragraphs
Intro., 2 body paragraphs, conclusion
4
Which of the following would most likely follow a contrast pattern?
an essay on the effects of global warming
article discussing the differences between cell phone plans
a recipe for making macaroni and cheese
email to a friend describing the layout of your new house
5
Using figurative language is one way a writer ______________ or states indirectly.
implores
injects
interferes
implies
6
Which of the following is true?
There may be a single cause and a single effect.
All answers are correct.
There may be several causes leading to a single effect.
One cause may have several effects.
7
I can't wait to go to ____ party!
they're
their
thier
there
8
The main idea sentence is the most general and most _______________.
divisive
inclusive
elusive
intriguing
9
The thesis statement is commonly the first sentence of the introduction paragraph.
False
True
10
When writers say the opposite of what they mean, their tone is ______________.
idiotic
ironic
happy
insipid
11
Supporting details add ___________ and interest to a topic.
distractions
contradictions
color
relief
12
A fact is a statement that can be _________.
falsified
devalued
valued
supported
13
All of the following are different kinds of supporting details that writers use except for ___.
main ideas
examples
statistics
descriptions
14
Which of the following are signal words for contrast?
finally, since, until
likewise, both, also
although, even so, however
result, reason, outcome
15
When a writer compares two things directly using “like” or “as,” it is called a ____________.
simile
sense
symbol
none of the above
16
How many types of "hooks" can you choose from to use in the introduction of an argument essay?
3
2
4
1
17
Critical reading involves
analyzing methods.
examining sources.
all of the above.
examining evidence.
18
The connotation of a word is the _______ or sense of the word beyond the dictionary definition.
clue
shape
feeling
figure
19
To identify the stated main idea of a paragraph, ask the question(s),
Both answers
What is the author saying about the topic?
What is the point of this paragraph?
20
Which of the following are signal words for the cause and effect pattern?
near, beyond, within
although, opposite, however
consequences, factors, outcome
after, during, while
21
Complete the following sentence with the correct verb. Most of the news ___ good.
is
are
22
In an argument essay, writers do not share their opinion.
True
False
23
Authors use the generalization and example pattern to
explain why an event happened.
divide larger ideas into categories.
support a general statement with specific examples.
define a term and provide an example.
24
I love the dramatic
_____
of the bright red walls in your kitchen
effect
affect
25
Which of the following are signal words for the generalization and example pattern?
similarly, same as, likewise
separate, group, categories
factors, outcome, reason
specifically, such as, to clarify
26
A writer includes ___________________ and _________________ to support the topic.
definitions, details
clues, contexts
titles, topics
examples, details
27
Complete the following sentence with the correct verb. Neither Bob nor George_____ leaving.
is
are
