Writing Skills Quiz

What does the term "Analogy" refer to in informative writing?

• A detailed examination of the components of a subject

• The action of forming a unified whole

• A comparison drawn between two things for the sake of clarification or explanation

• Information used as support or evidence for claims

What is meant by "Cohesion" in the context of writing?

• The physical presentation of written work

• The action of forming a unified whole; the quality of being united logically

• A comparison drawn between two things

• The generally accepted rules and practices of writing

Which of the following best defines "Concrete details"?

• The use of Tier 3 words and phrases unique to a particular subject

• Definitions that move beyond basic dictionary definitions

• Information, examples, data, etc., used as support or evidence for claims

• The physical presentation of written work

What are "Domain-specific vocabulary" words?

• Words that are used during informal conversation

• Words and phrases that are considered unique to a particular subject or discipline

• The physical presentation of written work

• Words that are used to illustrate or further explain a topic

What does "Extended definition" aim to provide in informative writing?

• A basic dictionary definition

• A comparison for clarification

• A deeper understanding through description, classification, synonyms and antonyms, etymology, and history

• The physical presentation of written work

What characterizes "Formal english, style, task, and use of" in writing?

• Informal language usage with personal bias

• Language usage that adheres to grammar and style conventions, appropriate to task, purpose, and audience

• The use of visualizations to illustrate a topic

• The action of forming a unified whole in writing

What is the purpose of "Formatting" in written work?

• To provide a comparison for clarification

• To present the physical presentation of written work to highlight organization and provide consistency

• To adhere to grammar and style conventions

• To use clear enunciation and consistent eye contact

What are "Graphics" typically used for in informative writing?

• To provide a basic dictionary definition

• To highlight organization and provide consistency in written work

• To illustrate or further explain a topic

• To adhere to grammar and style conventions

What does "Norms and conventions of the discipline" refer to?

• The action of forming a unified whole in writing

• The use of visualizations in writing

• The generally accepted rules and practices regarding style, format, publication, etc., of particular disciplines

• Language usage that adheres to grammar and style conventions

What tone does an author adopt in informational writing to maintain distance from the topic under consideration?

• Persuasive tone

• Objective tone

• Subjective tone

• Descriptive tone