1. What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an academic

essay?

a) To summarize the main points of the essay

b) To introduce the topic and the writer's position

c) To provide evidence and examples to support the argument

d) To state the main idea and the scope of the essay*

Rationale: A thesis statement is a concise statement that

expresses the main idea and the scope of the essay. It tells the

reader what the essay is about and what to expect from it.

2. What is the difference between active and passive voice in

writing?

a) Active voice emphasizes the subject of the sentence, while

passive voice emphasizes the object*

b) Active voice uses action verbs, while passive voice uses

linking verbs

c) Active voice is more direct and clear, while passive voice is