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Prompt:
Write a story about a place you would love to visit. Imagine you are there right now. Describe what it looks like, who you are with, and what you are doing. Explain why you chose this place and how it makes you feel.
Choice: Narrative, Informational, Argumentative Writing
Narrative Writing
Prompt:
Write a story about an exciting adventure you had. It could be a trip you took, a challenge you faced, or a fun experience you had with friends or family. Describe what happened, how you felt, and what you learned from the adventure.
Choices: Argumentative Writing, Informational Writing or Narrative Writing
Narrative
Question:
You are reading a story about a dragon who learns how to be a good friend. Which genre is this?
A. Biography
B. Informational text
C. Fantasy
D. Realistic fiction
C. Fantasy
"The Wind" (excerpt)
The wind came whistling down the lane,
It danced and leapt—it wouldn’t stay.
It twirled the leaves, it raced the rain,
Then laughed and swiftly blew away.
Question:
What is the main theme of the poem?
A. The wind is dangerous and destructive.
B. Nature can be playful and full of energy.
C. Rainstorms happen every day.
D. Wind makes people unhappy.
B. Nature can be playful and full of energy.
Passage Summary: A boy named Leo learns to overcome his fear of speaking in front of his class.
Question:
What is the main theme of the story?
A. Always arrive to school on time
B. Facing your fears can lead to growth
C. Listening to teachers is important
D. Friends can be funny sometimes
B. Facing your fears can lead to growth
Prompt:
Write an informational essay explaining how to take care of a pet. Choose a pet (e.g., dog, cat, fish, hamster) and describe the steps needed to keep it healthy and happy. Include information on feeding, exercise, and other important care tasks.
Choices: Narrative, Argumentative or Informational
Informational
Prompt:
Write an informational essay about the benefits of reading. Describe how reading can help people learn new things, improve language skills, and enjoy stories. Include examples of different types of reading materials (e.g., books, magazines, articles).
Choices : Informational, Argumentative or Narrative Writing
Informational
Question:
An article explains how volcanoes form and where they are found. What is the genre of this article?
A. Historical fiction
B. Informational text
C. Poetry
D. Personal narrative
B. Informational text
"The Wind" (excerpt)
The wind came whistling down the lane,
It danced and leapt—it wouldn’t stay.
It twirled the leaves, it raced the rain,
Then laughed and swiftly blew away.
Question:
What does the line “The wind... laughed and swiftly blew away” mean?
A. The wind made a loud noise.
B. The wind was being friendly.
C. The wind moved quickly and playfully.
D. The wind was talking to someone.
Answer: C
C. The wind moved quickly and playfully.
Passage Summary: A nonfiction article explaining how turtles protect themselves in the wild.
Question:
What is the main idea of this article?
A. Turtles swim fast in the ocean
B. Turtles use their shells for protection
C. Baby turtles eat seaweed
D. Some turtles are green or brown
B. Turtles use their shells for protection
Prompt:
Some schools let students choose their own classes, while others assign classes based on grade level and ability. Write an essay stating your opinion on whether students should be allowed to choose their own classes or not. Use reasons and examples to support your opinion
Choice: Narrative, Informational, or Argumentative
Arguementative
Write a story about a day that was unforgettable to you. It could be a special day, an unexpected event, or a moment that changed your life. Use details to explain what made that day so memorable.
Choices: Arguementative, Narrative or Informational Writing
Narrative Writing
Question:
What makes a drama different from a story or poem?
A. It has rhyming lines.
B. It is written with dialogue and stage directions.
C. It is always nonfiction.
D. It is written like a diary.
B. It is written with dialogue and stage directions.
"The Wind" (excerpt)
The wind came whistling down the lane,
It danced and leapt—it wouldn’t stay.
It twirled the leaves, it raced the rain,
Then laughed and swiftly blew away.
Question:
How does the poet feel about the wind?
A. Scared
B. Angry
C. Amused
D. Confused
C. Amused
Sentence from passage: "After the long hike, Jasmine was exhausted and could barely keep her eyes open."
Question:
What does the word exhausted mean in this sentence?
A. Happy
B. Very tired
C. Ready to eat
D. Surprised
B. Very tired
Prompt:
people think fast food should be banned in schools to help students eat healthier, while others believe students should have the freedom to choose what they eat. Write an essay stating your opinion on whether fast food should be banned in schools or not. Use reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Choices: Narrative, Argumentative or Informational
Arguementative
Prompt:
Some people believe that students should not have homework, while others believe it helps students learn. Write an essay stating your opinion on whether homework should be banned or not. Use reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Choices: Narrative Writing, Informational or Narrative Writing
Argumentative Writing
Question:
Which of the following is MOST LIKELY a realistic fiction story?
A. A story about a robot who goes to Mars
B. A tale of a talking dog who solves mysteries
C. A story about a girl who moves to a new school and makes friends
D. An article explaining how planes fly
C. A story about a girl who moves to a new school and makes friends
"The Wind" (excerpt)
The wind came whistling down the lane,
It danced and leapt—it wouldn’t stay.
It twirled the leaves, it raced the rain,
Then laughed and swiftly blew away.
Question:
What is the effect of the poet using short lines and rhyme?
A. It makes the poem sound sad.
B. It creates a fun, musical rhythm.
C. It helps describe the characters.
D. It makes the poem easier to understand.
B. It creates a fun, musical rhythm.
Passage Summary: An article describing the process of making chocolate.
Question:
What is the author’s main purpose in writing this article?
A. To tell a funny story
B. To convince people to eat chocolate
C. To explain how chocolate is made
D. To describe what chocolate tastes like
C. To explain how chocolate is made
Prompt:
Write an informational essay about how to stay healthy. Describe the habits and activities that are important for physical and mental health. Use details and examples to explain how these habits help people stay strong and feel good.
Choices: Narrative, Informational or ArguementativeInformational
Prompt:
Write a story about a time you helped someone or showed kindness to another person. Describe the situation, how you helped, and how it made you feel to do something nice for someone else.
Choices: Narrative, Informational or Arguementative WritingNarrative Writing
Question:
You are reading a text that teaches you how bees make honey. What is the author’s purpose and genre?
A. To entertain; poetry
B. To persuade; opinion article
C. To inform; informational text
D. To describe; narrative
C. To inform; informational text
"The Wind" (excerpt)
The wind came whistling down the lane,
It danced and leapt—it wouldn’t stay.
It twirled the leaves, it raced the rain,
Then laughed and swiftly blew away.
Inference Question:
Which line best shows the wind’s energy?
A. "It danced and leapt—it wouldn’t stay."
B. "It twirled the leaves."
C. "It came whistling down the lane."
D. "Then laughed and swiftly blew away."
A. "It danced and leapt—it wouldn’t stay."
Passage Summary: A story told by a girl who visits her grandmother on a farm for the summer.
Question:
From what point of view is the story told?
A. Second person
B. First person
C. Third person limited
D. Third person omniscient
B. First person
first-person narration, the narrator is a person in the story, telling the story from their own point of view.