What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an essay?

A.

to draw the essay to a close

B.

to catch the audience's attention

C.

to explain and support the thesis

D.

to communicate the controlling idea for the entire essay

In the radio version of The War of the Worlds, where do the events of the story take place?

What does Annie Johnson's decisions suggest about the kind of mother she is.

Which of the following sentences is an example of a complex sentence? The museum is the International Museum of Children's Art, which occupies a big, old house. Ian and Charlotte worked and saved enough for a trip to Scotland.

Which is NOT a subject for an informal essay? A.) Call for action B.) Humorous Anecdote C.) Personal Experience D.) Serious Reflection

Read the excerpt below. Mr. Macomb told the detective that he was in the shower when someone stole his precious Fluffy from the yard, and all they left behind was some large footprints.

Which sentence uses dashes correctly? A. Mom is making the best dinner-chicken and dumplings-in the world tonight. B. I didn't even-eat lunch today-I was saving room for dinner. C. No one, and-I mean no one-is late for dinner then. D.

A conclusion has several purposes. Which of the following choices would accomplish the purpose of inspiring the audience to action? a.

From the Lands End Observatory I viewed the Grand Mesa with new eyes. No longer was it mere information on the pages of a geography book.

What details and events does chang emphasize in the account?

What did Equiano find most repellent about the conditions below-decks?