Understanding Writing for Kids

What are the four essential parts of a complete sentence?

• Noun, verb, conjunction, preposition

• Subject, verb, adjective, adverb

• Capital letter, noun, verb, exclamation mark

• Capital letter, subject, verb, punctuation mark

Which of the following is NOT a step in the writing process?

• Brainstorming

• Drafting

• Revising

• Illustrating

What can narratives be used for?

• To provide instructions

• To summarize a book

• To entertain, educate, or inform

• To list facts and figures

What is a personal narrative?

• A fictional story about someone else

• A true story from the author's life

• A poem about nature

• An informative article

What is a 'small moment' in writing?

• A small part of a larger story

• A quick note or reminder

• A short poem

• A brief summary of a book

What is the difference between a narrative and a personal narrative?

• Narratives can be fiction or non-fiction, personal narratives are true stories

• Narratives are longer than personal narratives

• Narratives are written in first person, personal narratives are not

• Narratives are always fictional, personal narratives are not

What is the main purpose of informative writing?

• To entertain the reader

• To express personal feelings

• To persuade the reader

• To inform or teach the reader

Which of the following is an example of opinion writing?

• A letter expressing why a book is the best

• A biography of a famous person

• A newspaper article about a recent event

• A scientific report on climate change

What is a key characteristic of poetry?

• It is written in paragraphs

• It must rhyme

• It uses rhythm and sound to convey ideas

• It always tells a true story

Who is someone that writes poetry?

• A playwright

• A poet

• A journalist

• A novelist