Develop Topic With Relevant Information - 7th Grade Writing
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What is a signal phrase used for when introducing a quotation?
What is a signal phrase used for when introducing a quotation?
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To name the source and prepare the reader for the quotation. Signal phrases identify the speaker and context of quotes.
To name the source and prepare the reader for the quotation. Signal phrases identify the speaker and context of quotes.
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Identify the best example to develop the claim: "Regular exercise improves health."
Identify the best example to develop the claim: "Regular exercise improves health."
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For example, daily walking can improve heart and lung function. Walking is a specific activity with measurable health benefits.
For example, daily walking can improve heart and lung function. Walking is a specific activity with measurable health benefits.
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Which option is the strongest concrete detail for a paragraph about school recycling programs?
Which option is the strongest concrete detail for a paragraph about school recycling programs?
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Place labeled bins in each hallway and empty them every Friday. Specific actions and timeline make this detail concrete.
Place labeled bins in each hallway and empty them every Friday. Specific actions and timeline make this detail concrete.
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Which option best adds a definition to develop this topic: "A tsunami can cause massive damage."
Which option best adds a definition to develop this topic: "A tsunami can cause massive damage."
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A tsunami is a series of large ocean waves caused by undersea shifts. This defines tsunami while connecting to the damage claim.
A tsunami is a series of large ocean waves caused by undersea shifts. This defines tsunami while connecting to the damage claim.
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Which option best integrates the quotation into a sentence with a signal phrase?
Which option best integrates the quotation into a sentence with a signal phrase?
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Dr. Lee explains that "sleep supports memory and learning.". Uses signal phrase "Dr. Lee explains" before the quotation.
Dr. Lee explains that "sleep supports memory and learning.". Uses signal phrase "Dr. Lee explains" before the quotation.
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Find the irrelevant detail in this list for a paragraph about hurricanes: wind speed, eye wall, favorite movies.
Find the irrelevant detail in this list for a paragraph about hurricanes: wind speed, eye wall, favorite movies.
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favorite movies. Movies have no connection to hurricane characteristics.
favorite movies. Movies have no connection to hurricane characteristics.
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Which sentence best uses “for instance” to add an example that develops the topic?
Which sentence best uses “for instance” to add an example that develops the topic?
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For instance, composting turns food scraps into nutrient-rich soil. "For instance" signals an example that illustrates the point.
For instance, composting turns food scraps into nutrient-rich soil. "For instance" signals an example that illustrates the point.
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Identify the best type of information to add after this topic sentence: "Photosynthesis is essential for plants."
Identify the best type of information to add after this topic sentence: "Photosynthesis is essential for plants."
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A definition of photosynthesis and a fact about producing glucose and oxygen. Definition explains what it is; fact shows why it's essential.
A definition of photosynthesis and a fact about producing glucose and oxygen. Definition explains what it is; fact shows why it's essential.
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What is the purpose of using examples when developing a topic?
What is the purpose of using examples when developing a topic?
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To show how an idea works in real situations and improve clarity. Examples make abstract concepts concrete and understandable.
To show how an idea works in real situations and improve clarity. Examples make abstract concepts concrete and understandable.
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Identify the best supporting detail for the topic sentence: "Bees are important to ecosystems."
Identify the best supporting detail for the topic sentence: "Bees are important to ecosystems."
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Bees pollinate many crops and wild plants needed for food webs. This detail directly explains bees' ecological importance.
Bees pollinate many crops and wild plants needed for food webs. This detail directly explains bees' ecological importance.
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Which option is the most relevant detail for a paragraph about how volcanoes form?
Which option is the most relevant detail for a paragraph about how volcanoes form?
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Magma rises through Earth’s crust and erupts at weak points. This explains the physical process of volcano formation.
Magma rises through Earth’s crust and erupts at weak points. This explains the physical process of volcano formation.
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What is the purpose of using relevant facts in an informative or explanatory paragraph?
What is the purpose of using relevant facts in an informative or explanatory paragraph?
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To support the topic with accurate, verifiable information. Facts provide credible evidence that readers can trust and verify.
To support the topic with accurate, verifiable information. Facts provide credible evidence that readers can trust and verify.
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What is the purpose of including a definition in an informative or explanatory text?
What is the purpose of including a definition in an informative or explanatory text?
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To clarify the meaning of an important term for the reader. Definitions ensure readers understand key vocabulary for the topic.
To clarify the meaning of an important term for the reader. Definitions ensure readers understand key vocabulary for the topic.
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What is a concrete detail in informative writing?
What is a concrete detail in informative writing?
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A specific, observable detail that makes an idea clear and vivid. Concrete means tangible and specific, not abstract or general.
A specific, observable detail that makes an idea clear and vivid. Concrete means tangible and specific, not abstract or general.
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What is the main purpose of using a quotation in informative or explanatory writing?
What is the main purpose of using a quotation in informative or explanatory writing?
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To add credible evidence using an exact source statement. Quotations provide expert testimony and authoritative support.
To add credible evidence using an exact source statement. Quotations provide expert testimony and authoritative support.
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What does the word relevant mean when choosing details for a topic?
What does the word relevant mean when choosing details for a topic?
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Directly connected to the topic and supportive of the main idea. Relevant means closely related and helpful to understanding.
Directly connected to the topic and supportive of the main idea. Relevant means closely related and helpful to understanding.
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Which is the best definition of elaboration in informative writing?
Which is the best definition of elaboration in informative writing?
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Adding details, examples, or explanations to develop an idea. Elaboration expands on ideas with supporting information.
Adding details, examples, or explanations to develop an idea. Elaboration expands on ideas with supporting information.
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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in informative writing?
What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in informative writing?
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A fact is verifiable; an opinion is a belief or judgment. Facts can be proven true or false; opinions cannot.
A fact is verifiable; an opinion is a belief or judgment. Facts can be proven true or false; opinions cannot.
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What is the best way to integrate a quotation smoothly into your own sentence?
What is the best way to integrate a quotation smoothly into your own sentence?
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Use a signal phrase and blend it into your sentence structure. Signal phrases introduce quotes naturally within your writing.
Use a signal phrase and blend it into your sentence structure. Signal phrases introduce quotes naturally within your writing.
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Identify the sentence that is a fact, not an opinion: A) Sharks are scary. B) Sharks have cartilage skeletons.
Identify the sentence that is a fact, not an opinion: A) Sharks are scary. B) Sharks have cartilage skeletons.
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B) Sharks have cartilage skeletons. Cartilage skeletons can be scientifically verified; scary is subjective.
B) Sharks have cartilage skeletons. Cartilage skeletons can be scientifically verified; scary is subjective.
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Which supporting information type uses a person’s exact words from a source?
Which supporting information type uses a person’s exact words from a source?
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Quotation. Preserves the speaker's original wording and voice for credibility.
Quotation. Preserves the speaker's original wording and voice for credibility.
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Which option is most relevant to a paragraph about sleep and learning: test score study result or a celebrity’s bedtime?
Which option is most relevant to a paragraph about sleep and learning: test score study result or a celebrity’s bedtime?
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Test score study result. Study results directly support the sleep-learning connection.
Test score study result. Study results directly support the sleep-learning connection.
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What is a concrete detail in informative writing?
What is a concrete detail in informative writing?
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A specific, observable detail (who, what, when, where, how). Uses sensory details and specifics rather than vague generalizations.
A specific, observable detail (who, what, when, where, how). Uses sensory details and specifics rather than vague generalizations.
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Identify the best support type for explaining a technical term: fact, definition, or quotation.
Identify the best support type for explaining a technical term: fact, definition, or quotation.
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Definition. Definitions clarify meaning better than facts or quotes alone.
Definition. Definitions clarify meaning better than facts or quotes alone.
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What is a statistic in informative writing?
What is a statistic in informative writing?
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A numerical fact used as evidence. Statistics provide measurable, objective support for claims.
A numerical fact used as evidence. Statistics provide measurable, objective support for claims.
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