Q.1
'How does J.B. Priestley present the relationship of power and powerlessness through the character of Mr. Birling?' - Which key words should be included in an argument written in response to this question?
  • How, Mr. Birling, through, themes
  • Relationship, power, Mr. Birling
  • Power, powerlessness
  • Relationship, power, powerlessness, presented, character, Mr. Birling
Q.2
You have been given an essay topic on the theme of fate in . In this context, what is meant by 'argument'?
  • A loud disagreement
  • A well-supported point of view which takes other, opposing points of view into account
  • A heated disagreement
  • A well-supported case for a particular point of view
Q.3
Some essays ask you to compare two texts, such as two poems. How should you organize your points in such an essay?
  • Analyze the first poem before bringing in the other poem to compare and contrast
  • Devote each paragraph to a topic (theme, language, mood, etc.) and write about both poems in each
  • Either of the answers above
  • Neither of the answers above
Q.4
Sometimes it can seem as if an essay's points are hardly related. In order to ensure your argument flows and is logical, each paragraph should include...
  • arrows and annotations
  • numbered points
  • phrases such as, 'Now I'm going to talk about...' and 'Now I'm going to make this point'
  • transitions
Q.5
You have been asked to present a case for or against an issue. In this context, what is meant by 'argument'?
  • A loud disagreement
  • A well-supported point of view which takes other, opposing points of view into account
  • A heated disagreement
  • A well-supported case for a particular point of view
Q.6
When structuring your argument, how should you NOT order your paragraphs?
  • Chronologically
  • Randomly
  • In order of importance
  • Logically
Q.7
What does it mean to 'develop' your argument?
  • Each paragraph should slightly contradict the paragraph it follows
  • Each paragraph should contribute to and strengthen your argument
  • You should only place your argument in the final paragraph
  • You shouldn't plan ahead, but develop your argument as you go along
Q.8
Some essay questions are given in the form of statements. Which of the following questions has the same meaning as this statement: 'Discuss Steinbeck's presentation of loneliness in '
  • How does Steinbeck present the theme of loneliness in Of Mice and Men?
  • Who is lonely in Of Mice and Men?
  • Does Steinbeck present the theme of loneliness in Of Mice and Men?
  • All of the above
Q.9
In an essay, a statement of your point of view is called your...
  • introductory paragraph
  • thesis
  • persuasion
  • consideration
Q.10
Which of the following is an effective way to structure an essay written to argue the case for or against an issue?
  • Present your case first, then present the opposing case and refute it
  • Present the opposing case first, then present your much stronger and more reasonable case
  • Either of the above
  • Neither of the above
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