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Writing Workshop: Historical Turning Point Answers

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The graphic organizer explains the structure of an informative essay.

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A
introduction.
B
first body paragraph.
C
second body paragraph.
D
conclusion.
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Read the revised introduction of an informative essay.During the Neolithic Revolution, irrigation was introduced, which produced larger crop yields, allowing people to store a surplus of food.Which best explains why the revision is effective?

A
It tells the reader what to remember.
B
It states the writer’s viewpoint.
C
It includes details and facts.
D
It grabs a reader’s attention.
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Which best describes the body paragraphs of an informative essay about a turning point?

A
They familiarize readers with the turning point and set up the ideas that will be presented.
B
They establish the main point of the essay and tell readers what the writer’s position is.
C
They tie the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should remember.
D
They give clear examples and offer supporting details about the turning point while citing sources.
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Read a sentence from the draft of an essay about a historical turning point.During the Neolithic Revolution, irrigation was introduced, which produced larger crop yields, allowing people to store a surplus of food.The sentence would most likely be part of

A
the introduction.
B
the first body paragraph.
C
the second body paragraph.
D
the conclusion.
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A thesis statement provides organization for an informative essay by

A
explaining how a significant event has led to lasting change.
B
supporting a specific point of view instead of an objective one.
C
summarizing what readers should take away from the essay.
D
briefly stating points that will be discussed in body paragraphs.
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Read the conclusion to an informative essay.The invention of the printing press was a turning point in history. In addition to increasing the availability of books and the spread of new ideas, it also led to significant political change and radical changes to the religion of Europe. This forever altered the course of history.Which phrase best supports the conclusion about the printing press?

A
“invention of the printing press”
B
“turning point in history”
C
“spread of new ideas”
D
“altered the course of history”
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What should the draft of an informative essay include? Check all that apply.

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a strong introduction
B
properly cited sources
C
an informal style
D
a biased viewpoint
E
historical perspective
F
ineffective transitions

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