Informational Essay and Milestone Prep (Disney Theme)

Which sentence best introduces an informational essay about the evolution of Disney princesses?

• There are a lot of princesses in Disney movies.

• Princesses wear dresses and sing songs.

• Over the years, Disney princesses have evolved from passive damsels to bold, empowered heroes who challenge traditional roles.

• Disney movies are magical and fun.

Which sentence best supports the topic of character development using facts and examples?

• Elsa has ice powers, and she sings a lot.

• According to a study by the Geena Davis Institute, Disney heroines like Moana and Merida are now shown making more decisions and displaying leadership traits than earlier princesses.

• Belle reads books and lives in a castle.

• I think Moana is the best because she sails across the ocean.

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Which sentence uses transitions effectively in an essay about Disney theme park attractions?

• The park has rides. Some are fun.

• First, guests explore Adventureland. Next, they travel through Tomorrowland’s futuristic rides. Finally, they gather for the evening fireworks.

• There are a lot of rides at Disney.

• Disney is a great place.

Which sentence best demonstrates precise language and domain-specific vocabulary in an essay about animation?

• Making Disney movies takes a long time.

• Animation is drawing pictures that move.

• Disney animators use frame-by-frame techniques and digital rendering software to bring characters like Simba and Stitch to life.

• Drawing is fun and hard.

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Which sentence maintains a formal tone for an essay about Disney’s influence on storytelling?

• Disney totally rocks at telling stories that make you cry!

• The movie hits hard in the feels—especially that scene in The Lion King.

• Disney’s storytelling methods combine emotional depth, memorable characters, and musical elements to create lasting impact.

• You’d be lying if you said Disney movies didn’t make you tear up.

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Which sentence is the best concluding statement for an informational essay about the Disney-Pixar partnership?

• So yeah, Disney and Pixar are good together.

• That’s why I like Toy Story and stuff.

• In conclusion, the partnership between Disney and Pixar has revolutionized animation by combining compelling storytelling with cutting-edge technology.

• I watched every Pixar movie with my cousin.

Which sentence contains a correctly used gerund?

• To sing Let It Go is fun.

• Singing along to “Let It Go” is Anna’s favorite part of movie night.

• Sing that song again!

• The sing song is famous.

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Which Disney-themed sentence is written in passive voice?

• Mulan disguised herself to protect her father.

• The song was performed by Ariel at the concert.

• Olaf tells jokes that make people laugh.

• Maui lifted the island with his magical fishhook.

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Which sentence is written in the subjunctive mood?

• Moana sails across the ocean.

• Go watch the movie again!

• If I were in Arendelle, I would build a snowman too.

• Did you see Aladdin ride the magic carpet?

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Which sentence contains a shift in verb tense that should be corrected?

• Woody helped Buzz, and then they celebrated with the other toys.

• Rapunzel escapes the tower and found a new life in the kingdom.

• Simba ran to Pride Rock and reclaimed his throne.

• Belle talked with the Beast and danced in the ballroom.

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