Grade 12 Creative Writing Quiz: Paragraph Writing

Organize the following sentences in a logical sequence to create a coherent paragraph: a) The sun was setting behind the mountains. b) The sky turned a beautiful shade of orange. c) The birds flew back to their nests. d) The cool breeze gently rustled the leaves.

• d) The cool breeze gently rustled the leaves, b) The sky turned a beautiful shade of orange, a) The sun was setting behind the mountains, c) The birds flew back to their nests.

• b) The sky turned a beautiful shade of orange, d) The cool breeze gently rustled the leaves, c) The birds flew back to their nests, a) The sun was setting behind the mountains

• c) The birds flew back to their nests, a) The sun was setting behind the mountains, b) The sky turned a beautiful shade of orange, d) The cool breeze gently rustled the leaves

• a) The sun was rising behind the mountains, d) The cool breeze gently rustled the leaves, c) The birds flew back to their nests, b) The sky turned a beautiful shade of orange

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Arrange the given ideas in a way that creates a well-organized paragraph: a) The smell of freshly baked cookies filled the air. b) Children laughed and played in the park. c) The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. d) Families gathered for a picnic on the green grass.

• d) The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. c) Families gathered for a picnic on the green grass. b) The smell of freshly baked cookies filled the air. a) Children laughed and played in the park.

• c) The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. a) The smell of freshly baked cookies filled the air. b) Children laughed and played in the park. d) Families gathered for a picnic on the green grass.

• a) The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. c) The smell of freshly baked cookies filled the air. b) Families gathered for a picnic on the green grass. d) Children laughed and played in the park.

• b) The sun was shining brightly in the clear blue sky. a) The smell of freshly baked cookies filled the air. d) Families gathered for a picnic on the green grass. c) Children laughed and played in the park.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Create a topic sentence for the following paragraph: The flowers were in full bloom, and the garden was alive with vibrant colors and sweet fragrances.

• The garden was dull and lifeless with no colors or fragrances.

• The garden was empty and colorless, devoid of any life or beauty.

• The garden was alive with vibrant colors and sweet fragrances as the flowers were in full bloom.

• The flowers were dying and the garden was filled with a foul smell.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Write a concluding sentence for the given paragraph: The old house had a mysterious charm, and I couldn't wait to explore every hidden corner.

• I decided to leave the old house and never return.

• I quickly lost interest in the old house and left.

• I knew that this old house held many secrets waiting to be discovered.

• The old house was boring and uninteresting.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Use descriptive language to vividly describe a serene beach scene in at least 3 sentences.

• The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow across the tranquil beach. The gentle waves lapped at the shore, creating a soothing rhythm that filled the air. The soft sand stretched for miles, dotted with seashells and the occasional palm tree, creating a peaceful and idyllic scene.

• The sky was dark and stormy, with crashing waves and strong winds, creating a dangerous and unsettling atmosphere.

• The sand was hot and uncomfortable to walk on, with trash and debris scattered everywhere, making it an unpleasant and dirty place.

• The beach was loud and crowded with people, making it a chaotic and stressful environment.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Write a paragraph using imagery to describe a bustling city street during rush hour.

• The bustling city street during rush hour is a serene and tranquil scene, with people leisurely strolling and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.

• During rush hour, the city street is empty and devoid of any activity, with no signs of life or movement.

• The city street during rush hour is a peaceful and quiet place, with everyone calmly going about their business.

• The city street during rush hour is a chaotic symphony of honking horns, screeching brakes, and the constant shuffle of hurried footsteps. The towering buildings cast long shadows over the crowded sidewalks, where people jostle and weave through the throngs of commuters. The air is thick with the scent of exhaust fumes and sizzling street food, while the neon lights of the shops and billboards create a dazzling display against the darkening sky.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Revise the following paragraph by adding smooth transitions between sentences: The rain poured down heavily. I forgot my umbrella at home. I got drenched on my way to the bus stop.

• The rain poured down heavily, and as a result, I forgot my umbrella at home, which led to me getting drenched on my way to the bus stop.

• The rain was pouring heavily, but I forgot my umbrella at home, so I got drenched on my way to the bus stop.

• The rain poured down heavily, and then I forgot my umbrella at home, and then I got drenched on my way to the bus stop.

• The rain was pouring heavily, and then I forgot my umbrella at home, and then I got drenched on my way to the bus stop.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Connect the following sentences using appropriate transition words: The concert was amazing. I had never seen such talented musicians perform live. The energy in the room was electric.

• However, the energy in the room was dull as I had never seen such untalented musicians perform live at the amazing concert.

• On the other hand, the energy in the room was low as I had never seen such untalented musicians perform live at the amazing concert.

• In addition, the energy in the room was non-existent as I had never seen such untalented musicians perform live at the amazing concert.

• Furthermore, the energy in the room was electric as I had never seen such talented musicians perform live at the amazing concert.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Incorporate smooth transitions into the following paragraph: The train arrived at the station. I quickly gathered my belongings. I hurried to catch my connecting train.

• The train arrived at the station. I gathered my belongings. I caught my connecting train.

• The train arrived at the station. Then I slowly gathered my belongings. After that, I hurried to catch my connecting train.

• The train arrived at the station. I gathered my belongings. I leisurely walked to catch my connecting train.

• As the train arrived at the station, I quickly gathered my belongings and hurried to catch my connecting train.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Use transition words to link the following sentences: The forest was dense and dark. I could hear the sound of rustling leaves. The air was filled with the scent of pine trees.

• In conclusion, the forest was dense and dark. In contrast, I could hear the sound of rustling leaves. In summary, the air was filled with the scent of pine trees.

• Firstly, the forest was dense and dark. Subsequently, I could hear the sound of rustling leaves. Eventually, the air was filled with the scent of pine trees.

• At the beginning, the forest was dense and dark. After that, I could hear the sound of rustling leaves. In the end, the air was filled with the scent of pine trees.

• Meanwhile, the forest was dense and dark. Additionally, I could hear the sound of rustling leaves. The air was filled with the scent of pine trees.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5