Directions: Read each item carefully. Write the letter of the most appropriate answer on your
answer sheet
Items 1-4 are on the parts of an essay.
1. Its primary aim is to catch the attention of the readers and is also known as the lead
or attention getter.
A. body
C. conclusion
B. introduction
D. thesis statement
2. This is a restatement of the thesis statement. This is used to wrap up the essay.
A. transitional paragraph
C. conclusion
B. introduction
D. body
3. This is the last part of the introduction that states the main idea or argument of the
essay.
A. introduction
C. concluding sentence
B. body
D. thesis statement
4. This is the part of the essay where the topic is developed and where the arguments
are laid out and discussed.
A. body
C. conclusion
B. introduction
D. thesis statement
5. This refers to the connection of ideas at the sentence level. This can be seen in a text
through the smooth flow of the sentences.
A. coherence
C. unity
B. cohesion
D. organization
6. This occurs when ideas are connected at the conceptual or idea level. It can be seen
through well-defended arguments and organized points.
A. coherence
C. language use
B. cohesion
D. mechanics
7. This property of a well-written text is achieved when ideas are logically and accurately
arranged.
A unity
C. mechanics
B. organization
D. cohesion
8. The following are examples of cohesive devices. Which among the following is an
EXCEPTION?
A. conjunctions
C. adjectives
B. adverbs
D. pronouns
9. What is the function of cohesive devices in a paragraph or an essay?
A. to introduce new ideas or concepts
B. to link ideas and sentences in a text
C. to provide a concluding statement
D. to present the thesis statement
10. John and Rose both wanted to go to the mall. It is their favorite place to hang out.
What cohesive device is the underlined word?
A. prounoun
C. determiner
B. adverb
D. conjunction
Answer:
1. B.
2. C.
3. D.
4. A.
5. A.
6. B.
7. Organization
8. D.
9. B.
10. I don’t know what’s the underlined word
