Purpose/Structure
What is the primary purpose of an expository essay?
What type of evidence is most reliable in an argumentative essay?
How does the use of formal language affect an essay?
What is the first step in the writing process?
You are writing an expository essay is about the benefits of learning a second language. Choose the most effective thesis statement from the options below.
A) Learning a second language is something many people do.
B) This essay will explain why people should learn a second language.
C) Mastering a second language can enhance cognitive abilities, improve job prospects, and foster cultural understanding.
D) There are many languages in the world that you can learn.
C) Mastering a second language can enhance cognitive abilities, improve job prospects, and foster cultural understanding.
Which part of an essay introduces the topic and thesis statement?
How can a writer most effectively develop an argument in an essay?
What is the effect of using a hook in your writing?
Why is revising important in the writing process?
Based on the prompt " Is artificial intelligence more helpful or harmful to American workers?" what are the TWO possible claims that can be defended?
A) Artificial intelligence is more helpful to American workers because it can augment human intelligence and create new opportunities for growth and innovation.
B) Artificial intelligence equally benefits and harms American workers, with the outcome depending on the industry and job type.
C) Artificial intelligence has no significant impact on American workers and their employment status remains unchanged.
D) Artificial intelligence is more harmful to American workers as it leads to job displacement and exacerbates income inequality.
A) Artificial intelligence is more helpful to American workers because it can augment human intelligence and create new opportunities for growth and innovation.
AND
D) Artificial intelligence is more harmful to American workers as it leads to job displacement and exacerbates income inequality.
What does a thesis statement do in an essay?
Why is it important to use transitions between paragraphs?
What is the purpose of using precise language in an argumentative essay?
What is the difference between revising and editing?
You are writing an expository essay about the importance of regular exercise. Which of the following would be the BEST hook to start your essay?
A) "Many people exercise for various reasons."
B) "Walking, running, swimming: what do these activities have in common? They all improve your mood."
C) "According to a 2019 study, individuals who engaged in regular physical activity reported a 30% decrease in symptoms of depression."
D) "Exercise is good for you. We've all heard it, but what does it really mean?"
C) "According to a 2019 study, individuals who engaged in regular physical activity reported a 30% decrease in symptoms of depression."
In an argumentative essay, what is the purpose of the body paragraphs?
In an argumentative essay, what is the counterargument?
A) The main argument that the essay is trying to prove.
B) A viewpoint that opposes the main argument of the essay.
C) A summary of the essay's main points.
D) The conclusion of the essay where the argument is restated.
B) A viewpoint that opposes the main argument of the essay.
Which option correctly demonstrates the use of standard English spelling?
A. "Their understanding of the material was evident in their writting."
B. "Their understanding of the material was evident in their writing."
C. "There understanding of the material was evident in their writing."
D. "Their understanding of the material was evident in there writing."
B. "Their understanding of the material was evident in their writing."
What type of writing prompts can 9th grade students expect in the Florida FAST writing assessment?
Which of the following pieces of evidence would best support the thesis statement for an expository essay on the topic of "The Impact of Social Media on Teenagers"?
A) "I spend at least three hours a day on social media, and it's a great way to keep up with friends," says Jamie, a high school sophomore.
B) "Social media has revolutionized the way we connect and share information," claims a popular tech blogger.
C) According to a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, "Teens spend an average of nine hours per day on social media platforms."
D) "In my opinion, social media has more negative impacts than positive ones on our youth," writes a columnist for the Daily News.
C) According to a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, "Teens spend an average of nine hours per day on social media platforms."
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
What does it mean to use a variety of sources in an essay?
Select the sentence that uses capitalization correctly for a title in a Florida FAST writing assessment essay.
A. "To Kill A Mockingbird" is a novel that explores themes of racial injustice.
B. "To kill a mockingbird" is a novel that explores themes of racial injustice.
C. "To Kill a Mockingbird" is a novel that explores themes of racial injustice.
D. "to Kill a Mockingbird" is a novel that explores themes of racial injustice.
C. "To Kill a Mockingbird" is a novel that explores themes of racial injustice.
Why is it important for 9th grade students to manage their time effectively during the Florida FAST writing assessment?
For an argumentative essay with the claim "Public libraries are essential community resources that should receive increased funding," which evidence would be most effective?
A) "There's nothing like the smell of old books in the library, it's my favorite place to be," remarks a frequent library patron.
B) "Growing up, the library was a second home to me, offering a sanctuary full of knowledge," the essayist recalls.
C) The National Library Association reports, "Communities with well-funded libraries have higher literacy rates and more successful educational outcomes."
D) "Imagine a world where libraries don't have the resources to operate—our community's intellectual growth would be stunted," a local politician speculates.
C) The National Library Association reports, "Communities with well-funded libraries have higher literacy rates and more successful educational outcomes."