Understanding the Author's Purpose and Writing Techniques

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English
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6th Grade
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Hard
Royce Sullivan
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary focus of the passage?
Understanding the author's purpose and writing techniques
The importance of grammar in writing
The role of word choice in effective communication
The significance of sentence practice in education
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a purpose of writing in the passage?
To persuade
To entertain
To confuse
To inform
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of conjunctions like 'because,' 'but,' and 'so' in writing, according to the passage?
They help in creating complex sentences and encourage different types of thinking
They are used to start sentences
They are primarily used in persuasive writing
They are only important in academic writing
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is word choice considered critical in writing, as per the passage?
It influences the clarity and effectiveness of a text
It is the most important aspect of grammar
It determines the length of the text
It is only important in creative writing
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the passage, what should teachers remind students about sentence practice?
It helps in understanding and applying grammatical rules
It is only necessary for advanced writers
It is not as important as word choice
It should be avoided in real-world contexts
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