Ela test prep

What is the purpose of a conclusion?

• To introduce new ideas and arguments

• To summarize the main points of the writing and reinforce the writer's argument or viewpoint.

• To provide detailed evidence for each point made in the writing

• To present a counterargument to the writer's viewpoint.

What is a hook in writing?

• A type of literary device used to create suspense.

• An engaging opening statement or question designed to grab the reader's attention and encourage them to keep reading.

• A summary of the main points in a piece of writing.

• A conclusion that wraps up the narrative.

What is an expert opinion?

• An expert opinion is a statement made by someone with specialized knowledge on a subject.

• An expert opinion is a personal belief that is not based on facts.

• An expert opinion is a guess made by someone without any knowledge.

• An expert opinion is a random thought expressed by anyone.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What are transition words?

• Words that describe emotions

• Words or phrases that help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.

• Words that only appear at the beginning of a sentence

• Words that are used to create rhymes

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What should an introduction include?

• Transition words, evidence, and commentary to engage the reader and set the stage for the discussion.

• A summary of the entire paper to provide context.

• A list of references to support the main argument.

• A detailed analysis of the conclusion to be drawn.

What is commentary in writing?

• A detailed summary of the text.

• The writer's explanation or interpretation of the evidence presented, helping to clarify its significance.

• A list of references used in the writing.

• An introduction to the main topic of the writing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What is emotional appeal?

• A technique to persuade through logical reasoning.

• A method to evoke an emotional response from the audience to persuade them.

• A strategy that relies solely on factual information.

• A way to manipulate the audience's beliefs without any emotional connection.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

What is the importance of audience in writing?

• It allows the writer to use complex vocabulary that may confuse readers.

• Understanding the audience helps the writer tailor their message, tone, and style to effectively communicate with readers.

• It enables the writer to ignore feedback and write solely based on personal preference.

• It is not important as all readers interpret texts in the same way.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

What is charged language?

• A type of language that is neutral and objective.

• Emotionally powerful language used to evoke strong feelings in the audience, encouraging them to support the writer's argument.

• Language that is only used in legal documents.

• A form of language that avoids emotional appeal.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

What is a topic in writing?

• A topic is the main subject or idea that a writer discusses in a piece of writing.

• A topic is a specific style of writing used in essays.

• A topic is a type of literary device used to enhance storytelling.

• A topic is the conclusion drawn from a piece of writing.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2