Writing STAAR Review

When you get your test booklet, where will you find the writing prompt?

• The first page

• In the middle of the passages

• On the back of the booklet

• There is no prompt

You should complete the multiple choice revising and editing questions first, before you write your essay.

• True

• False

When writing your essay, which paragraph includes your lead?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• What is a lead?

Select all of the examples of great transition words. (click more than one)

• Never,

• Additionally,

• Not to mention,

• Almost,

• Last but not least,

Choose all of the correct strategies for a lead. (click more than one)

• Using Two Adjectives to describe your topic.

• Tell what your topic is not (Unlike...)

• Give Three Examples that are related to your topic.

• Introduce yourself by saying "Hi! My name is..."

• In my paper I am going to tell you about...

All of my paragraphs should be indented.

• Yes

• No

How long do I have for the test?

• 1 Hour

• 2 Hours

• 3 Hours

• 4 Hours

I should take at least 2 hours or more to work on the test.

• Yes

• No

I should raise my hand and ask the teacher to read the prompt to me.

• Yes

• No

This test really doesn't matter and I should rush through it.

• Yes

• No