What is a thesis statement?(1 point)

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a sentence that provides information about a topic
a sentence that provides information about a topic

a detailed summary of the key points of a text
a detailed summary of the key points of a text

a concise summary of the central idea of a text
a concise summary of the central idea of a text

a paragraph that introduces a paper topic

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A thesis statement is a concise summary of the central idea of a text.

What is an explanatory text?(1 point)
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writing that helps clarify the meaning of an unfamiliar word
writing that helps clarify the meaning of an unfamiliar word

writing that provides information, ideas, and facts
writing that provides information, ideas, and facts

the statement that explains the central idea, claim, or focus of a text
the statement that explains the central idea, claim, or focus of a text

the facts and information that supports an idea or analysis

An explanatory text is writing that provides information, ideas, and facts.

Why is it useful to compare the introductions of two explanatory texts? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
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It will tell you how long each text is.
It will tell you how long each text is.

It will tell you which author is more knowledgeable about their topic.
It will tell you which author is more knowledgeable about their topic.

It can show you which text is more persuasive.
It can show you which text is more persuasive.

It can help you learn different techniques for your own writing.
It can help you learn different techniques for your own writing.

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The two correct answers are:

  1. It can show you which text is more persuasive.
  2. It can help you learn different techniques for your own writing.