AICE MIDTERM 2024

What is the first step in the writing process?

• Revising

• Editing

• Prewriting

• Drafting

During the prewriting stage, which activities would be most appropriate?

• Correcting grammar errors.

• Brainstorming and organizing ideas.

• Writing the final version of the essay.

• Sharing the essay with a peer for feedback.

What is the main goal of the drafting stage?

• Write a perfect, error-free essay.

• Turn in the final version of the essay.

• Get all your ideas down on paper without worrying about mistakes.

• Design a title page and table of contents.

Which of the following activities happens during the revising stage?

• Checking spelling and punctuation.

• Sharing your work with an audience.

• Improving the content, structure, and clarity of the writing.

• Brainstorming new ideas for the topic.

Why is it important to revise your writing?

• To add new paragraphs only.

• To ensure the essay is longer.

• To improve the flow, clarity, and effectiveness of ideas.

• To copy someone else's work.

Which of the following should you focus on during the editing stage?

• Spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

• Brainstorming new ideas.

• Organizing and structuring paragraphs.

• Expanding the word count.

What is the difference between editing and revising?

• Editing focuses on grammar while revising improves ideas and structure.

• Revising focuses on grammar, while editing improves ideas and structure.

• Editing and revising mean the same thing.

• Editing happens before drafting while revising happens after publishing.

Which of the following is an example of publishing your writing?

• Turning in your essay to your teacher.

• Printing out your first draft.

• Reviewing spelling errors with a partner.

• Making a list of potential essay topics.

When should you seek feedback from a peer or teacher during the writing process?

• Before prewriting.

• During revising to get ideas on improving your work.

• During the editing stage only.

• After the essay has been submitted.

Which is the correct order of the five stages of the writing process?

• Editing, Drafting, Prewriting, Revising, Publishing

• Prewriting, Drafting, Revising, Editing, Publishing

• Drafting, Editing, Prewriting, Revising, Publishing

• Revising, Prewriting, Publishing, Drafting, Editing