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____ means that the paragraphs and details in each paragraph are in the most effective order.

A) Unity
B) Coherence
C) Support
D) Development

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Which of the following is a characteristic of the thesis?

A) The thesis makes an announcement.
B) The thesis is a broad topic.
C) The thesis is expressed in a sentence.
D) The thesis asks an important question.

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Label the following topic sentences for an essay. OK - good topic sentence B - too broad N - too narrow A - announcement -____ The colonization of Africa spanned several decades.

Label the following topic sentences for an essay. OK - good topic sentence B - too broad N - too narrow A - announcement -____ Drinking coffee in the morning during the winter months can be helpful.

The topic sentence in each body paragraph should support the _____.

Where does the thesis go in the essay?

The subpoints in an essay are the _____.

Write three topic sentences for each thesis statement. -Thesis statement: Misusing credit cards can cause numerous problems.

Which of the following is not a hint for outlining an essay?

The first paragraph of the essay is usually the _____.

Write a thesis statement for the list of subpoints. a. Microwavable meals can be prepared in a few minutes. b. There is a wide variety of meals. c. Microwavable meals are inexpensive.

Label the following topic sentences for an essay. OK - good topic sentence B - too broad N - too narrow A - announcement -____ Museums offer both entertainment and education.

Which of the following is not a method used to link paragraphs?

The last paragraph in the essay is the _____.

Restate the thesis statement. -Thesis statement: Before selecting a college, a person should review the catalog, speak with someone about programs, and tour the campus.

Label the following topic sentences for an essay. OK - good topic sentence B - too broad N - too narrow A - announcement -____ A steak dinner at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday is good to eat.

Label the following topic sentences for an essay. OK - good topic sentence B - too broad N - too narrow A - announcement -____ Refinishing a table can be accomplished in four steps.

Label the following topic sentences for an essay. OK - good topic sentence B - too broad N - too narrow A - announcement -____ Sororities and fraternities perform valuable services in the community.

Write a thesis statement for the list of subpoints. a. The tuition at universities is higher than the tuition at community colleges. b. Community colleges generally have smaller class sizes than universities. c. Universities offer more specialized degrees than community colleges.

Label the following topic sentences for an essay. OK - good topic sentence B - too broad N - too narrow A - announcement -____ This is about loyalty.