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Question 1

This pattern of idea development discusses the general topic by presenting specific details that support the topic.

Answer 1

General to Particular

Question 2

also, for example, as an example, in addition, in addition to, for instance, examples of these, first, second, third, next, on one hand, and on the other hand.

Answer 2

General to Particular

Question 3

This pattern of idea development explains the causes or the effects of something.

Answer 3

Cause and Effect

Question 4

if, for, since, due to, because, owing to, because of, one cause, and resulting from

Answer 4

Cause:

Question 5

so, thus, hence, then, therefore, as a result, in effect, as consequence, consequently, leads to, one of the effects is, and that is why

Answer 5

Effect:

Question 6

This pattern of idea development refers to the structure of presenting a side of an issue in an argumentative manner.

Answer 6

Claim and Counterclaim

Question 7

A __________ is the writer’s stand on a topic supported by evidences and logical reasoning.

Answer 7

Claim

Question 8

Also, the writer presents the ______ or the opposite stand of an issue to disprove it through evidences and logical reasoning.

Answer 8

Counterclaim

Question 9

however, nevertheless, on one hand, on the other hand, admittedly,some people say, some may say, of course, nevertheless, but not only that

Answer 9

Claim and Counterclaim

Question 10

This pattern of idea development is used when a writer identifies a problem and addresses it by presenting one or more solutions.

Answer 10

Problem-Solution

Question 11

A______refers to the unsatisfactory situation that causes troubles or difficulties.

Answer 11

problem

Question 12

A ______on the other hand, refers to the ways in solving or minimizing the problem.

Answer 12

solution

Question 13

because, cause, since, as a result, in order to, so that, as a solution, one way

Answer 13

Problem-Solution

Question 14

It allows the writer to express his or her personal viewpoints about a topic to convince the readers. This pattern of idea development is based on opinions and emotions.

Answer 14

Persuasion

Question 15

come, free, need, must, must not, necessary, latest, hurry, join, help, best, better, great, proven, trusted, create, come along, urgent, amazing experience, avail now, I believe, I urge, don’t miss, can do it, and one of a kind

Answer 15

Persuasion

Question 16

presents the thesis statement, major topics, subtopics, and supporting details in sentence form.

Answer 16

Sentence Outline

Question 17

These characters are used in this order in bullet formatting.

Answer 17

Roman Numerals (I, II, III … )
Capitalized Letters (A, B, C …)
Arabic Numerals
Lowercase Letters (a, b, c …)

Question 18

presents the major topics, subtopics, and supporting details in the form of words and phrases.

Answer 18

Topic Outline

Question 19

It is a one-sentence statement that expresses the main idea of an essay.

Answer 19

Thesis Statement

Question 20

These refer to the major phrases/sentences which are formed from the thesis statement.

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Major Topics

Question 21

These refer to the minor phrases/sentences which are formed from the major topics.

Answer 21

Subtopics

Question 22

These are phrases/sentences which provide additional information to clarify or prove the main idea.

Answer 22

Supporting Details

Question 23

STEP 1 IN WRITING AN OUTLINE

Answer 23

Choose your topic and establish your purpose.

Question 24

STEP 2 IN WRITING AN OUTLINE

Answer 24

Create and organize a list of your major topics

Question 25

STEP 3 IN WRITING AN OUTLINE

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Make and organize a list of your subtopics.

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STEP 4 IN WRITING AN OUTLINE

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Provide additional information to support your subtopics

Question 27

STEP 5 IN WRITING AN OUTLINE

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Review and refine the contents of your outline.

Question 28

are firsthand information taken from original evidences such as reports on discoveries and events and interviews from person in authority.

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Primary Sources

Question 29

are secondhand information taken from the primary sources.

Answer 29

Secondary Sources

Question 30

Diaries, letter correspondence
Original documents (birth certificate)
Interviews, speeches, oral histories
Laws, regulations, constitutions

Answer 30

Primary Sources

Question 31

Journal articles that comment on or analyses research
Textbooks
Dictionaries and encyclopedias
Books that interpret, analyze

Answer 31

Secondary Sources

Question 32

Government documents, statistical data, research report
Journal article reporting new research or findings
Creative art works, literature
Opinion pieces

Answer 32

Primary Sources

Question 33

Political commentary
Biographies
Dissertations
Newspaper, editorial/columns
Criticism of literature, art works or music

Answer 33

Secondary Sources