GMAS Writing Review

What is a persuasive writing technique that involves appealing to the emotions of the audience?

• Bathos

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

In narrative writing, what is the typical structure that includes the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution?

• Plot structure

• Story arc

• Conflict resolution

• Character development

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

Can you provide an example of an expository writing prompt that asks students to explain the process of photosynthesis?

• Explain the process of cellular respiration instead.

• Discuss the importance of photosynthesis in ecosystems.

• An example of an expository writing prompt asking students to explain the process of photosynthesis could be: 'Describe the process of photosynthesis, detailing how plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create glucose and oxygen.'

• Write a narrative about a plant's journey through photosynthesis.

What is a common editing strategy that involves checking for spelling and grammar errors?

• Grammar review

• Spellchecking

• Typo hunting

• Proofreading

Which punctuation mark is used to separate items in a list?

• Question mark

• Semicolon

• Comma

• Exclamation mark

Tags

CCSS.L.1.2C

CCSS.L.5.2A

CCSS.L.7.2A

What is the first step in the writing process?

• Prewriting

• Publishing

• Editing

• Proofreading

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What persuasive writing technique involves using facts and statistics to support an argument?

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Logos

• Kairos

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

In narrative writing, what is the purpose of the climax?

• To introduce the main characters

• To provide background information

• To conclude the story

• To create the highest point of tension or conflict in the story

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

Provide an example of an expository writing prompt that asks students to describe the impact of technology on society.

• Discuss the positive effects of technology on society

• Examine the ethical implications of technology on society

• Analyze the historical development of technology in society

• Explain how advancements in technology have influenced various aspects of society such as communication, education, and employment.

What is a common revising strategy that involves checking the organization and flow of the writing?

• Outlining

• Researching

• Brainstorming

• Proofreading