Deck 2: Illustration

Question 1

A good prewriting technique for creating a topic sentence for an illustration paragraph is ____.

A) circling sense details
B) arranging details in emphatic order
C) making an announcement
D) looking for related ideas in a freewrite

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Illustration uses ____ examples to support a general point.

A) broad
B) transitional
C) specific
D) visual

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Which of the following specific examples does not illustrate this general statement?
Getting involved in a club or organization on campus is easy.

A) Students can sign up for activities at a booth during the first week of the semester.
B) Students can drop in on a meeting and introduce themselves.
C) Students can check out posters or flyers to learn about upcoming events.
D) Students who get involved in a club or organization are more likely to graduate.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

In an illustration paragraph, you support a ____ with specific examples.

A) general statement
B) journal entry
C) list of ideas
D) draft

Question 5

____ are words, phrases, or sentences that connect one idea to another.

A) Specific statements
B) Transitions
C) General statements
D) Topics

Question 6

When you plan your outline for an illustration paragraph, it is most important to keep your ____ in mind.

A) transitions
B) spelling
C) topic sentence
D) broad topic

Question 7

Which of the following examples does not support this general statement? Our neighbors showed my family how much they cared when our home was destroyed by a fire.

A) We have several generous neighbors.
B) Ms. Jones cooked meals for us each day.
C) The Williams family let us sleep in their guest bedroom.
D) Mr. Parker supplied lumber to rebuild our house.

Question 8

Which of the following is not an effective transition for an illustration paragraph?

A) for example
B) such as
C) in addition
D) immediately

Question 9

Which of the following is not an important question you should consider when drafting and revising an illustration paragraph?

A) Are any words redundant?
B) Do I need more or better transitions?
C) Should some of the details be more specific?
D) Should I add more details to support my points?

Question 10

Add three appropriate details that support the following topic sentences.
-Many people get nervous when they must speak to a large audience.

Question 11

Add three appropriate details that support the following topic sentences.
-Planning a vacation can be stressful.

Question 12

Add three appropriate details that support the following topic sentences.
-Listening to music is a great way to relax.

Question 13

Write journal entries using illustration.
-What does it mean to be a successful _____________________________________?
Fill in the blank to answer the question, and then give examples to support your point

Question 14

Write journal entries using illustration.
-What should a new ______________ know about ___________________________?
Fill in the blanks to answer the question, and the give examples to support your point

Question 15

Create four specific examples for each broad statement.
-Smartphones have become a necessity in many people's lives.

Question 16

Create four specific examples for each broad statement.
-The mall is more than just a place to shop.

Question 17

Create four specific examples for each broad statement.
-The student body on college campuses has become quite diverse.

Question 18

Create a topic sentence for each group of details.
-My daughter is involved in several sports with practice after school.
My husband works late almost every day.
The baby usually takes a nap just before dark.
I am exhausted after working all day, so I go to bed early.
The family eats together only during holidays and special occasions.

Question 19

Create a topic sentence for each group of details.
-Many colleges offer voice lessons.
Students can take beginner, intermediate, and advanced piano lessons.
Students receive college credit for performing in the marching band.
The most talented singers may audition for the college choir.
The pep band travels with the athletes and performs at games.
Musicians represent the college in parades and other special events.

Question 20

Add three details to each topic sentence for an illustration paragraph.
-Social networking sites can be a source of valuable information.

Question 21

Add three details to each topic sentence for an illustration paragraph.
-Social networking sites can be a negative influence for some people.