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4-Expository Writing-5



True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

A.5 A similarity is when two different things differ from each other.
 

 2. 

A.5 Writing clearly will have a negative impact on the reception that your paper will receive from the reader.
 

 3. 

A.5 Persuasive words can be used to move your reader from one step to the next.
 

 4. 

A.5 The result of an action or event is called effect.
 

 5. 

A.5 Smoke is the effect of a fire.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 6. 

A.5 Expository writing
a.
persuades.
d.
All of the above
b.
argues.
e.
None of the above
c.
recruits.
 

 7. 

A.5 Whenever you write, especially in expository writing, your details need to be
a.
unorganized.
b.
organized.
 

 8. 

A.5 “When backpacking through Europe be sure to pack the essentials. Maps, flashlight, compass, and good walking shoes. Trust me, you don’t want to be stuck without these essentials.”

We know that this is an excerpt from an expository paper. But how?
a.
Because it is explaining something.
c.
Because the author writes about Europe.
b.
Because it is informing someone in an orderly manner.
d.
This is not an example of expository writing.
 

 9. 

A.5 _______ is the result of an action or event.
a.
Cause
b.
Effect
 

 10. 

A.5 Spraying perfume is the _______ of smelling nice.
a.
cause
b.
effect
 



 
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