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Study Guide Questions
1. After choosing a broad topic, such as sports, you must ______________ your topic, to walking, for instance.
2. Decide on the main point that you wish to make about your topic. Then, identify this point in a(n) ___________________ statement.
3. You can ___________________ a broad idea by making it simple and concise, and by using a single subject and predicate.
4. Additional points to support your thesis must be included in your ____________________ statement.
5. To begin writing an Expository Theme, you must choose a(n)___________________, which should be short and concise.
6. In the introduction, you must introduce the topic in general terms and gradually focus each sentence until you add the ___________________ statement.
7. The body should be composed of ___________________paragraphs, including 150 to 200 words each.
8. Your last developmental paragraph may be longer--it should include your _______________ (strongest/weakest) point as well as the thesis statement.
9. For coherence, use transitional words and phrases, maintain a consistent point of view, and repeat __________________ words.
10. Avoid unnecessary wordiness, and check all spelling, punctuation, and _________________.
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