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Read the paragraph from a student essay.These final examples all demonstrate that a wide variety of lively domestic animals is an important factor in my utopia. To sum it all up, my perfect society would simply not be complete without healthy animals, wide-open spaces, and many outdoor recreation spaces.

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before the thesis statement.
B
right after the thesis statement.
C
in the body of the essay.
D
at the conclusion of the essay.
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When prewriting for an informative essay, it is important to generate ideas that

A
educate.
B
conceal.
C
entertain.
D
persuade.
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Which statement would be found in the opening paragraph of an essay?

A
For example, citizens in this society would have access to nature trails and city parks.
B
These are all reasons why my personal utopia would be a great improvement on today’s society.
C
My own utopia would be a community that values nature, provides excellent free education, and encourages wellness in all citizens.
D
One way wellness could be encouraged would be with free exercise and nutrition classes.
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Which supporting detail would best fit in a paragraph about the economy of a utopia?

A
Natural habitats for all types of animals would be a state priority.
B
Money would be provided for solar-powered homes and vehicles.
C
Small businesses would be valued by people and the government.
D
Symphonies, ballet companies, and art galleries would be well funded.
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Violent media can be harmful. My utopia will discourage violent media.

A
Violent media can be harmful and discourage utopia.
B
My utopia will discourage too much media.
C
Too much violence in the media will harmfully be discouraged.
D
Violent media can be harmful, so it will be discouraged in my utopia.
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Read the paragraph from a student essay.In my utopia, each year will include four distinct and lovely seasons. Warm spring days and long summer evenings will make up the first half of the year. Crisp autumn months will be followed by a brief snowy season for skiers to enjoy.

A
A predictable cycle of seasons is the ideal source of variety and beauty in my perfect world.
B
Many people do not like winter and move to warmer climates when they retire.
C
Long winter days have been proven to affect many people’s moods.
D
Personally, my favorite time of year is fall, when the leaves change and apples are in season.
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A thesis statement states the topic of discussion and is found in an essay’s

A
opening paragraph.
B
second paragraph.
C
middle paragraph.
D
concluding paragraph.
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Sentence syntax should be varied to

A
avoid unexpected words.
B
summarize main ideas.
C
keep readers’ interest.
D
provide supporting details.
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A student is using this table to generate ideas for an essay on a perfect world.Which pair of words are most likely to be included in the values column?

Question illustration
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Materialism, Competition
B
Greed, Selfishness
C
Conviction, Ambition
D
Generosity, Fairness
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Which topics would be helpful to consider when generating ideas for an essay on sixteenth-century journeys to the New World? Check all that apply.

A
air travel
B
shipbuilding
C
early discoveries
D
famous explorers
E
satellite technology
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My utopia will include natural resources for citizens to enjoy. My utopia will include parks and lakes for citizens to enjoy. Citizens will take care of these natural resources, which will make the community stronger.

A
My utopia will include resources like parks and lakes.
B
My utopia will include lakes and parks for citizens.
C
For example, parks and lakes will be available for the community.
D
For example, my utopia will include natural resources for citizens.
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In my own personal utopia, health and nature would be top priorities.

A
Thomas More’s Utopia was written as a social critique.
B
“Utopia” is a Greek word that means “no place.”
C
An emphasis on nutrition would be important in this society.
D
Everyone has a different idea about a perfect society.
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Wouldn’t it be nice to live in a place with no crime, no pollution, and no health problems?

A
hooks readers in the introduction paragraph of an essay.
B
states the main ideas in the thesis statement of an essay.
C
provides supporting details in the body of an essay.
D
summarizes the main idea in the conclusion of an essay.
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A diagram to use to plan an essay. There is a large box to use for the introduction. Under this there are three medium boxes. Under the medium boxes is a long box.

Question illustration
A
introduction.
B
body of the essay.
C
supporting ideas.
D
conclusion.
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In a perfect society, educators would be highly valued.

A
Students would be admired and well paid.
B
Students would have to follow strict procedures.
C
Teachers would be admired and well paid.
D
Teachers would have to follow strict procedures.
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Which list shows the correct way to structure a body paragraph in an essay?

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supporting details, concluding sentence, topic sentence
B
thesis statement, concluding statement, supporting details
C
concluding sentence, supporting details, thesis statement
D
topic sentence, supporting details, concluding statement
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Which transition words are used to indicate a conclusion?

A
also, in addition
B
finally, therefore
C
for example, such as
D
furthermore, moreover

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