English General Paper

What is the purpose of argumentative writing?

• To argue something by developing a line of reasoning

• To explore an issue by considering various points of view

• To explain something to the reader

• To summarize the main points

Which type of prompt encourages writers to explore both sides of an issue or multiple perspectives?

• Discursive

• Descriptive

• Expository

• Argumentative

What is the key difference between argumentative and discursive prompts?

• Argumentative prompts address both sides of an issue

• Argumentative prompts encourage writers to address one side of an issue

• Discursive prompts encourage writers to explore both sides of an issue

• Discursive prompts encourage writers to address one side of an issue

Which of the following is an example of an argumentative prompt?

• How important is it for artists to perform to a live audience?

• Evaluate the extent to which your country has achieved equality for all of its people

• Should the quality of healthcare in your country depend on both government funding and an individual’s ability to pay?

• Discuss whether writing a true story is more difficult than writing fiction

Which phrase encourages balance and evaluation in a prompt?

• Discuss

• How far do you agree

• Evaluate whether

• To what extent

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the purpose of discursive writing?

• To summarize the main points

• To explore an issue by considering various points of view

• To argue something by developing a line of reasoning

• To explain something to the reader

What is the primary purpose of the English General Paper assessments?

• To test language proficiency

• To assess memorization of facts

• To evaluate critical thinking, comprehension, and effective communication

• To test knowledge of literary texts

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

True or False: In Paper 1 (P1), students are expected to write an essay of around 600-700 words.

• True

• False

What skills are primarily assessed in Paper 2 (P2)?

• • Creative Writing

• • Critical Thinking and Comprehension

• • Memorization

• • Spelling

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Students are allowed to choose any topic for the essay in Paper 1 (P1).

• True

• False