EOC - Writing Skills Quiz

Which of the following best introduces a precise claim in an argumentative essay?

• People have different opinions about school uniforms.

• School uniforms should be mandatory because they reduce socioeconomic disparities and improve focus in the classroom.

• I think school uniforms are good for students.

• Some students like uniforms while others don't.

When acknowledging a counterclaim in an argumentative essay, what should you do?

• Ignore opposing viewpoints completely

• Present the opposing view without addressing it

• Present and refute it with relevant evidence

• Simply state that others disagree

Which transition best links major sections of an informative text?

• First

• Furthermore, this evidence demonstrates

• And

• Next

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What is the most effective way to maintain objectivity in informative writing?

• Use personal anecdotes frequently

• Include emotional language

• Rely exclusively on statistics

• Present balanced, factual information from credible sources

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

In narrative writing within an argumentative essay, which technique is most effective?

• Using personal experience to support the main claim

• Including unrelated stories

• Adding fictional elements

• Focusing only on dialogue

When should a colon be used?

• Between two independent clauses without a conjunction

• To introduce a list or explanation

• To indicate a pause in speech

• Between a subject and verb

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.2B

Which sentence demonstrates appropriate parallel structure?

• She likes swimming, to run, and bicycle riding.

• She likes swimming, running, and cycling.

• She likes to swim, running, and to ride bikes.

• She likes to swim, to running, and cycling.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1A

What is the best way to develop a topic in informative writing?

• Include only statistics and data

• Use personal opinions extensively

• Select relevant facts and examples appropriate for the audience

• Focus solely on expert quotes

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Which concluding statement best supports an argument?

• In conclusion, that's what I think.

• Therefore, the evidence clearly demonstrates that school start times should be delayed.

• The end.

• This topic needs more research.

When establishing tone in argumentative writing, what should you consider?

• Only the writer's perspective

• The target audience and purpose

• Personal preferences alone

• The easiest vocabulary to use