FAST Writing Review III

1. What is the best way to revise an essay?
   

• 1. A) Ignore feedback and keep the first draft
     

• 1. B) Check for coherence, organization, and errors
     

• 1. C) Focus only on grammar mistakes
     

• 1. D) Add more complex vocabulary to sound intelligent

1. How should a writer approach the audience in an academic essay?
   

• 1. A) Use slang and casual language
     

• 1. B) Address the reader directly using "you"
     

• 1. C) Maintain a formal and objective tone
     

• 1. D) Write in the first person

1. What is the purpose of citing sources in an essay?
   

• 1. A) To fill up space
     

• 1. B) To give credit to the original authors
     

• 1. C) To make the essay longer
     

• 1. D) To confuse the reader

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

1. Which of the following is a benefit of outlining an essay before writing it?
   

• 1. A) It ensures the essay will be perfect
     

• 1. B) It helps organize thoughts and structure the essay
     

• 1. C) It allows the writer to skip the revision process
     

• 1. D) It guarantees a high grade

1. What is the best way to start writing an essay?
   
   

• 1. A) Begin with the conclusion
     

• 1. B) Write the body paragraphs first
     

• 1. C) Start with the introduction
     

• 1. D) Write the thesis statement last

1. How can a writer create a strong argument in an essay?
   

• 1. A) By using only personal opinions
     

• 1. B) By presenting clear evidence and reasoning
     

• 1. C) By avoiding counterarguments
     

• 1. D) By making the thesis statement vague

1. What is the term for the overall point an expository essay is trying to make?
   

• 1. A) Thesis Statement
     

• 1. B) Argument
     

• 1. C) Evidence
     

• 1. D) Analysis

31. What is the maximum score a student can receive on each domain of the B.E.S.T. Writing assessment (there are 3 domains)?
    

• 31. A) 2 points
      

• 31. B) 4 points
      

• 31. C) 6 points
      

• 31. D) 12 points

31. How long is the testing session for the B.E.S.T. Writing assessments?
    

• 31. A) 60 minutes
      

• 31. B) 90 minutes
      

• 31. C) 120 minutes
      

• 31. D) 150 minutes

31. What is the consequence if a student's response does not include source citation in the B.E.S.T. Writing assessments?
    

• 31. A) The essay will be disqualified.
      

• 31. B) The student will receive a score of zero.
      

• 31. C) The essay cannot earn a score higher than 2 in the Development domain.
      

• 31. D) The student will have to retake the assessment.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9