Writing A Research-based Informative Essay About Language

Writing a Research-Based Informative Essay about Language (Edgenuity)

Which are appropriate for a writer to include in a conclusion? Check all that apply.

1. a compelling quotation
2. a thought-provoking question
4. a speculation about future research

Read the paragraph Miguel is developing for the body of his essay.

Producers stay with a film from inception through completion. The producers find financing for the film. They make sure the film stays on schedule. They approve the completed film.

To improve the paragraph, the Miguel should add

D. transitions.

Which sentences begin with a transition? Check all that apply

1. In conclusion, it is important to allow ample time for editing.
4. Consequently, all projects must contain detailed citations.
5. For instance, the average airspeed of birds is unexpected.

When developing the paragraphs in an essay, why should the writer include information about sources for all quoted information?

A. to avoid plagiarism

Read an excerpt from an article that Max is using to provide evidence for his paper on filmmaking.

Filmmaking can be broken down into three phases. The preproduction phase includes things such as securing financing for the film, writing the script, scouting locations, and hiring cast and crew. In the production phase the actual recording of the video and audio takes place. This phase also includes things such as setting up cameras, electricity, lights, and sound. Makeup, costume, and set designers are on hand during this phase as well. Finally, during the postproduction phase, the film is edited, sound and visual effects are inserted, and a music score is added.

Max wants to organize this information into a table with three columns. Which is the best way to sort the information?

C. preproduction, production, postproduction

Read the prompt for Alina's paper.

Write an informative essay explaining the evolution of communication technology, from the invention of the telephone to the modern use of communication devices.

The best way for Alina to gather evidence to develop her paper is to research the

B. communications devices available over the last century.

If there are errors in the mechanics of an essay, the writer should revise the essay's

A. grammar.

Read the sentence.

Before attempting to undertake a career in the film industry, it's important to investigate the skills and qualifications required, as one should with any job.

To put the sentence in formal style, which is the best revision to make?

B. changing "it's" to "it is"

Read the body paragraphs from an essay on sound effects in film.

1. Here comes the fun part. You get to use all those props to create sound effects. So start breaking that celery and crunching that cellophane!

2. You'll need to be prepared before you start recording. Planning ahead is crucial. Make a list of everything in the film scene that could make a noise, whether it's a piece of clothing rustling or a bunch of leaves skittering.

3. Now that you've got your list, it's time to assemble your "noisemakers." You can find useful information online for what to use to make the best sounds. For example, to make the sound of walking on snow, you put corn starch in a leather pouch.

What is the most logical way to organize these body paragraphs?

D. 2, 3, 1

Read an excerpt from an article on filmmaking.

Which research paper would this article best support?

D. "Tracking the Intricacies of the Modern Filmmaking Process"