Topic Development & Organization - ACT English

When a question asks about "the passage as a whole," what should you consider?

When is it appropriate to use "In fact" as a transition?

A paragraph lists evidence supporting a claim, then presents a counter-argument. What transition should introduce the counter-argument?

Two paragraphs both start with "First." What's the problem?

Which transition words indicate a sequence or continuation?

What transition words show that you're adding similar information?

What transition words show that you're providing an example?

When should you use "For example" versus "In contrast"?

What does "chronological order" mean in writing organization?

When is it appropriate to use "Nevertheless" versus "Therefore"?

What is the difference between a "topic sentence" and a "thesis statement"?

Which words are frequently used to introduce an author's conclusion?

What type of organization does this word convey: Moreover

What type of organization does this phrase convey: In contrast

What type of organization does this word convey: Consequently

What type of organization does this word convey: Secondly

What type of organization does this word convey: Thus

How do these two continuation phrases differ? For example vs. In addition

What type of organization does this word convey: Moreover