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100

What is the primary purpose of an expository essay?

  • A) To persuade
  • B) To inform
  • C) To argue
  • D) To describe
  • B) To inform
100

What type of evidence is most reliable in an argumentative essay?

  • A) Personal opinion
  • B) Anecdotal evidence
  • C) Statistical data
  • D) A friend's advice
  • C) Statistical data
100

How does the use of formal language affect an essay?

  • A) It makes the essay less credible
  • B) It enhances the essay's credibility and tone
  • C) It makes the essay easier to understand
  • D) It has no effect on the essay
  • B) It enhances the essay's credibility and tone
100

What is the first step in the writing process?

  • A) Editing
  • B) Drafting
  • C) Prewriting/Planning
  • D) Publishing
  • C) Prewriting/Planning
100

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.

200

Which part of an essay introduces the topic and thesis statement?

  • A) Conclusion
  • B) Body paragraph
  • C) Introduction
  • D) Transition
  • C) Introduction
200

How can a writer most effectively develop an argument in an essay?

  • A) By using personal opinions
  • B) Through the use of logical reasoning and credible evidence
  • C) By mentioning opposing viewpoints
  • D) By focusing on details
  • B) Through the use of logical reasoning and credible evidence
200

What is the effect of using a hook in your writing?

  • A) To provide the main idea
  • B) To introduce evidence
  • C) To engage the reader and provoke thought
  • D) To introduce new topics
  • C) To engage the reader and provoke thought
200

Why is revising important in the writing process?

  • A) To correct spelling errors
  • B) To improve content and structure
  • C) To add more sources
  • D) To change the topic
  • B) To improve content and structure
200

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.

300

What does a thesis statement do in an essay?

  • A) Summarizes the main point
  • B) Provides a counterargument
  • C) Lists all the sources
  • D) Describes the background
  • A) Summarizes the main point
300

Why is it important to use transitions between paragraphs?

  • A) To engage the reader
  • B) To add more details
  • C) To show the relationship between ideas
  • D) To introduce evidence
  • C) To show the relationship between ideas
300

What is the purpose of using precise language in an argumentative essay?

  • A) To lengthen the essay
  • B) To clearly communicate the claim and evidence
  • C) To introduce evidence
  • D) To argue a point
  • B) To clearly communicate the claim and evidence
300

What is the difference between revising and editing?

  • A) Revising focuses on content; editing focuses on grammar and spelling
  • B) They are the same thing
  • C) Editing comes before revising
  • D) Revising is not necessary
  • A) Revising focuses on content; editing focuses on grammar and spelling
300

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."

400

In an argumentative essay, what is the purpose of the body paragraphs?

  • A) To introduce new topics
  • B) To provide evidence and analysis supporting the claim
  • C) To summarize the essay
  • D) To present personal experience
  • B) To provide evidence and analysis supporting the claim
400

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.

400

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."

400

What type of writing prompts can 9th grade students expect in the Florida FAST writing assessment?

  • A) Argumentative or Narrative writing prompts
  • B) Expository writing prompts
  • C) Expository or Argumentative writing prompts
  • D) Informational writing prompts
  • C) Either expository or argumentative writing prompts
400

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."

500

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

  • A) To conclude the paragraph
  • B) To introduce the main idea
  • C) To provide evidence
  • D) To transition between paragraphs
  • B) To introduce the main idea
500

What does it mean to use a variety of sources in an essay?

  • A) To list all the sources
  • B) To cite evidence from all provided sources
  • C) To write a paragraph about every source
  • D) To focus on a single source
  • B) To cite evidence from all provided sources
500

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.

500

Why is it important for 9th grade students to manage their time effectively during the Florida FAST writing assessment?

  • A) Because they need to save time for a grammar test at the end
  • B) Because they have to complete multiple choice questions after writing
  • C) Because they need to allocate time for planning, writing, and revising within 120 minutes
  • D) Because they will be penalized for finishing early
  • C) Because they need to allocate time for planning, writing, and revising within 120 minutes
500

 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."