CAASPP Academic Vocabulary "D-E"

What is the primary purpose of an explanatory essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To explain a topic or idea

• To persuade the reader

• To narrate a story

Which of the following is an example of evidence in writing?

• A personal opinion

• A direct quote from a source

• A rhetorical question

• A fictional story

What does it mean to "establish a claim" in an essay?

• To summarize the main points

• To introduce a new topic

• To state the main argument or position

• To conclude the essay

Which of the following best describes the process of editing?

• Writing the first draft

• Correcting grammar and spelling errors

• Brainstorming ideas

• Publishing the final version

What is the role of dialogue in writing?

• To provide background information

• To show conversation between characters

• To list facts and statistics

• To describe the setting

What is an editorial?

• A fictional story

• A personal opinion piece in a newspaper

• A scientific report

• A historical document

What does it mean to elaborate on an idea in writing?

• To briefly mention it

• To provide detailed explanation and examples

• To ignore it

• To contradict it

Which of the following is a key component of a draft?

• Finalized content

• Initial version of writing

• Published article

• Edited and proofread text

What is the purpose of developing ideas in writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To expand and support the main topic

• To shorten the essay

• To list unrelated facts

Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence?

• Statistics

• Personal anecdotes

• Imaginary scenarios

• Expert testimony