Checkup 1

Question 1

Two goals of the writer when answering an essay question

Answer 1

Accuracy and relevance

Question 2

Although an answer may be well composed and interesting, it is not accurate if it does not _________ the question.

Answer 2

answer

Question 3

Answering essay questions involves _____ steps.

Answer 3

three

Question 4

To answer accurately, a writer must understand what the ____________ requires.

Answer 4

question

Question 5

A ______________ term is a word or words in the essay question that specifies the kind of answer required.

Answer 5

command

Question 6

The _________ point is stated in the thesis statement.

Answer 6

main

Question 7

The thesis statement is developed into the __________ sentence of the first _______________.

Answer 7

topic; paragraph

Question 8

Develop an _____________ and follow it when answering an essay question.

Answer 8

outline

Question 9

______________ is repetitive and ___________ to the main point.

Answer 9

Padding; irrelevant

Question 10

estimate the worth or importance of

Answer 10

evaluate

Question 11

note similarities

Answer 11

compare

Question 12

show differences

Answer 12

contrast

Question 13

consider all sides of a question

Answer 13

discuss

Question 14

judge

Answer 14

criticize

Question 15

give a picture or an account of in words

Answer 15

describe

Question 16

give a brief account

Answer 16

summarize

Question 17

give reasons

Answer 17

explain

Question 18

Ephesians 4:25

Answer 18

Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.