Practice Explanation/Analysis/Elaboration (The 'So What?') - 1.2.3 | Module 7: Developing Academic Writing Skills | IB Grade 8 English
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1.2.3 - Explanation/Analysis/Elaboration (The 'So What?')

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of including an explanation after a quote in an essay?

πŸ’‘ Hint: What do we often ask when presenting evidence?

Question 2

Easy

What does the term 'So What?' refer to in academic writing?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the importance of a claim in an argument.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of explaining evidence in an essay?

  • To confuse the reader
  • To connect evidence with the thesis
  • To make the essay longer

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the role evidence plays in relation to the thesis.

Question 2

Is it sufficient to just provide evidence without explanation?

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what makes evidence meaningful.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Formulate a thesis and provide two pieces of evidence from a novel, then explain how each piece supports your thesis.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Ensure that your explanations show clear connections.

Question 2

Analyze a hypothetical quote: 'In darkness, we find our true selves.' What could this mean in relation to the theme of self-discovery in a literary work?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Make your analysis rich by connecting it to the broader themes.

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