Crossword Puzzle
ACROSS
One way to get your reader’s attention is to ask a ______.
Paragraphs of an essay that develop and support the thesis.
A short, interesting, or amusing story about a person or an event.
To describe something that will happen in the future.
A paragraph has ______ when all the supporting sentences relate to the topic sentence.
States the main idea of the essay and is often the last sentence in the introduction.
Paragraph of an essay that captures the reader’s interest and states the thesis.
One technique authors use in their conclusion is to make a _______ about the future.
To give advice or suggest.
To restate the main points, using new words.
Transition words and phrases add ________ to a paragraph and essay.
A concluding paragraph often suggests a ________ to a problem.
DOWN
The name of an essay is the _______.
A ______ is sometimes used at the beginning of an introductory paragraph.
A group of sentences about one main topic.
An introduction gives ________ information to capture the reader’s attention.
5. Paragraph of an essay that summarizes the main points.
9. Sentence in a paragraph that states the main idea.
10. Presenting facts and ________ on a subject helps establish credibility.
12. Another word for subject is ________.
15. A set of paragraphs about one subject.
16. Your first attempt at writing on a topic.
Topics for Your Essays
What are the positive and negative effects of television on people?
Do you think that boys and girls should be treated differently?
What is the importance of books in your life?
Some people think that governments should spend as much money as possible on developing or buying computer technology. Other people disagree and think this money should be spent on more basic needs. Which one of these opinions do you agree with?
Do you think there is such a thing as "love"?
People are the same everywhere.
What is your idea of a perfect society?
Experience is the best teacher.
People are basically good.
There is no justification for terrorism.
Women of all ages are increasingly active in business, professional, military life. Some people, both men and women, react to this trend by saying, "A woman's place is in home". Do you agree or disagree?
Describe a successful political leader of any historical period or country. Explain why he\she achieved this success. Be argumentative.
Do you agree that interpreters play a crucial role in interracial communications throughout the world experience?
TV today is becoming a threat to public intelligence and even health. Loud noise and masses of trivia do not offer choices or enhance freedom of thought. Do you agree with this statement?
Modern life is causing many traditions and beliefs to become less important. Choose one tradition or belief and explain why you think it should be continued and maintained.
People attend colleges or universities for many different reasons (for example, new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge). Why do you think people attend colleges?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Television has destroyed communication among friends and family. Use specific and examples to support your opinion.
It is generally agreed that society benefits from the work of its members. Compare the contribution of artists to society with the contributions of scientists. Which type of contribution do you think is valued more by your society?