Writing Performance Task

Everyone needs friends. What qualities make someone a good friend? How can you be a friend for someone who needs one? Write an essay that explains ways to be a good friend.

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• Opinion

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Think about a game you enjoy. In a report to your friend, describe the game and explain how it is played. Be sure to state the rules, the equipment, the number of players, and anything else your friend might need to know to play the game.

• Explanatory

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• Informative

• Opinion

• Argument

Most students have a favorite game or sport. Think about a time you played your favorite game or sport. Write a story about what happened during the game.

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• Informative

• Opinion

Some people say that life in the past was better than today. For example, many things cost less in the past. However, other people are glad they live in today’s world with computers and cell phones. Would you rather live in the past or the present? Write an essay that tells why you would rather live in the past or in the present.

• Explanatory

• Argument

• Narrative

• Informative

• Opinion

Tell about a world-class athlete. Explain why you include this person in that category.

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You have been named President of the United States for one day. Write a story about what happens during your day as President.

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• Informative

• Opinion

Your class is discussing items that people use every day. Think of one item that you use every day. What would your life be like without it? Write a speech to convince your class that the item is important.

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• Informative

• Opinion

After reading the sources provided, answer the following question using evidence to support your answer. Is social media harmful?

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We all have people we admire. They might be family members or friends. They might be singers, dancers, or actors. Whom do you admire most? Write an essay that names a person you admire and explains the qualities that make you like the person.

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• Narrative

• Informative

• Opinion

After reading the sources provided, answer the following question using evidence to support your answer. Should the US invest more money in the space program?

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• Narrative

• Informative

• Opinion