Comments on students work

Which of the following is an encouraging comment?

• Great effort! Your sentences about what you like and dislike were clear and well-structured.

• Needs improvement. You made too many grammar mistakes.

• Good start! You’ve got some great ideas about your likes and dislikes.

• This is not good enough. Your sentences are too simple and lack detail.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Great effort! Your sentences about what you like and dislike were clear and well-structured.' as it provides positive feedback on the effort and structure of the sentences.

Which comment is considered discouraging?

• Disappointing work. You did not use enough vocabulary words.

• Fantastic progress! Your use of adjectives to describe your likes and dislikes was impressive.

• Promising effort! I can see you’re making progress.

• Keep it up! You did well in expressing your likes and dislikes.

Answer explanation

The comment 'Disappointing work. You did not use enough vocabulary words.' is considered discouraging because it focuses on the negative aspect of the work and highlights a lack of effort.

Identify the balanced comment from the options below.

• Excellent job! You provided detailed reasons for your preferences.

• Poor effort. Your reasons for likes and dislikes are not convincing.

• Nice try! Your work shows potential, but you need to work on expanding your vocabulary to express your ideas more clearly.

• You’re doing great! I loved how you connected your personal experiences with your preferences.

Answer explanation

The balanced comment is 'Nice try! Your work shows potential, but you need to work on expanding your vocabulary to express your ideas more clearly.' It acknowledges effort while providing constructive feedback for improvement.

Which of the following comments is not encouraging?

• You’re doing great! I loved how you connected your personal experiences with your preferences.

• Fantastic progress! Your use of adjectives to describe your likes and dislikes was impressive.

• Unsatisfactory. Your work is below the expected standard for your grade.

• Well done! You used a variety of vocabulary words to express your likes and dislikes.

Answer explanation

The comment 'Unsatisfactory. Your work is below the expected standard for your grade.' is not encouraging as it focuses on the negative aspects of the work rather than providing constructive feedback.

Which comment suggests a need for improvement?

• Good start! You’ve got some great ideas about your likes and dislikes.

• You’re on the right track! Your sentences are clear, but don’t forget to review your grammar to avoid mistakes.

• Keep it up! You did well in expressing your likes and dislikes.

• This is not good enough. Your sentences are too simple and lack detail.

Answer explanation

The comment 'This is not good enough. Your sentences are too simple and lack detail.' suggests a need for improvement by pointing out the lack of detail and simplicity in the sentences.

Which comment is the most constructive?

• Excellent job! You provided detailed reasons for your preferences.

• Needs improvement. Your sentences lack clarity.

• Nice try! Your work shows potential, but you need to work on expanding your vocabulary to express your ideas more clearly.

• Well done! You used a variety of vocabulary words to express your likes and dislikes.

Which of the following comments is the least helpful?

• Great effort! Your sentences about what you like and dislike were clear and well-structured.

• Needs improvement. You made too many grammar mistakes.

• Good start! You’ve got some great ideas about your likes and dislikes.

• Keep it up! You did well in expressing your likes and dislikes.

Which comment provides specific feedback for improvement?

• Good start! You’ve got some great ideas about your likes and dislikes.

• Keep it up! You did well in expressing your likes and dislikes.

• Nice try! Your work shows potential, but you need to work on expanding your vocabulary to express your ideas more clearly.

• Fantastic progress! Your use of adjectives to describe your likes and dislikes was impressive.

Which comment is the most detailed?

• Good job! You mentioned your preferences clearly.

• Excellent work! You provided specific examples to support your preferences.

• Nice effort! Your sentences are clear but could use more detail.

• Well done! You used a variety of vocabulary words to express your likes and dislikes.

Which comment is the most encouraging?

• Keep trying. Your work needs more clarity.

• Good start! You’ve got some great ideas about your likes and dislikes.

• Nice try! Your work shows potential, but you need to work on expanding your vocabulary to express your ideas more clearly.

• Excellent job! You provided detailed reasons for your preferences.