Marlow is writing an essay about the invention of the automobile. When he begins revising, he realizes his essay lacks examples of early automobiles. What would Marlow most likely do to improve his essay?

He would add an entertaining anecdote about a car show of early automobiles that he attended.

He would go to the library to do research about early automobiles.

He would interview his grandfather about the first car he ever owned.

He would change his essay so it focused on the development of one early automobile.

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Read this sentence.Alexander the Great traveled long distances with his army.What would make the best revision of this detail?

Alexander the Great traveled many miles with his army.

Alexander the Great traveled far and wide with his entire army.

Alexander the Great traveled from Greece to India with his army.

Alexander the Great traveled an incredible distance with this army.

Read the paragraph.As we have seen, Glenway Park will offer recreational opportunities, provide a place for wildlife, and add much-needed green space to our neighborhood. A vote for the park is a vote for the future of our community.Where does this paragraph belong in an essay?

thesis statement

supporting evidence

topic sentence

conclusion

Read the excerpt from Keesha’s informative essay about Labrador retrievers.Everyone seems to have a favorite breed of dog, but the Labrador retriever, with its many skills and natural friendliness, has always had a special place in my heart. Labradors are widely regarded as highly intelligent and loyal. Because of their personality, they are often valued as great family dogs. But the most fascinating thing about Labradors is their hunting skills.What part of Keesha’s essay is shown in this excerpt?

introduction or thesis statement

body or supporting details

prewriting or diagramming

restating thesis or conclusion

Read the paragraph.Many people are afraid of snakes. They think snakes are slimy and creepy. But snakes are an important part of the natural world.What reason best supports the author’s thesis?

Snakes eat millions of rodents that destroy crops.

Snakes can hunt both during the day and at night.

Snakes can make great pets and take little maintenance.

Snakes are amazingly adaptable and thrive throughout the world.

What is the purpose of prewriting?

It helps organize your ideas.

It helps get you in the habit of writing.

It helps you revise your essay.

It helps you begin drafting.

Tyrone is writing an essay about the importance of schools adopting exercise programs. What would be most relevant to his essay?

a step-by-step outline of exercises that can be done in schools

a story about how a kid in school inspired his family to exercise

an example of a national program that encourages kids to exercise

an explanation about why Tyrone likes to exercise

What is an example of appropriate language for an essay about global warming?

Global warming is beginning to change weather patterns throughout the world.

Please take a moment to read my essay about the dangers of global warming.

Global warming is a big issue that is really important to lots of people.

Sometimes I worry about global warming during hot summer days.

Read the paragraph.Many people think of heroes as people like firefighters, whose jobs involve helping people. Other people may think of heroes as great leaders. But to me, the biggest heroes are ordinary citizens who make everyday contributions to their communities. A prime example is Ms. Elva Gonzales, who worked tirelessly to make a vacant lot into Parkway Community Garden. After months of hard work and lobbying, she helped turn an eyesore into a place for kids and adults to enjoy.What information would best support the author’s thesis?

the author writing about how Ms. Gonzales was raised on a farm, which instilled the value of raising her own crops

the author writing about how Ms. Gonzales lobbied the city council to turn the vacant lot into a community garden

the author writing that Ms. Gonzales "isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty"

the author writing about the different fruits and vegetables that Ms. Gonzales planted in the garden

Which detail from an essay about bird migration is the most vivid?

Some birds travel across the Pacific Ocean.

Some birds migrate very long distances.

Bartailed godwits fly nonstop from Alaska to New Zealand.

One bird travels farther than all the others.

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