CBST Content and Structure 4

Question 1

If a writer wants to explain the reasons an event occurred and its results, which text structure is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Cause and effect

Answer

Cause-and-effect structure is used to explain why something happened and what resulted from it.

Question 2

Which of the following is the best revision of a wordy sentence: 'Due to the fact that it was raining, she decided not to go'?

Accepted Answer

Because it was raining, she decided not to go.

Answer

Replacing 'due to the fact that' with 'because' eliminates wordiness while preserving the meaning.

Question 3

In a compare-and-contrast essay, the 'block method' means:

Accepted Answer

Discussing all points about one subject, then all points about the other

Answer

The block method covers all characteristics of subject A in one section, then all characteristics of subject B in another.

Question 4

Which element is most important to establish in the opening of a persuasive essay?

Accepted Answer

A clear claim or position on the issue

Answer

A persuasive essay must state a clear claim early so the reader understands what position will be argued.

Question 5

What is the function of a 'bridge sentence' between paragraphs?

Accepted Answer

To smoothly connect the idea of one paragraph to the next

Answer

A bridge sentence creates a smooth transition by linking the concluding idea of one paragraph to the opening idea of the next.

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