Mstep Ela Practice

What is the purpose of opinion writing?

• To tell a story
• To give directions and steps on how to do something
• To tell others what you think and persuade them to agree with you

We must use clear, relevant ___________ to support our opinion.

• tips
• opinions
• reasons

What should you have at the end of your opinion writing?

• STRONG concluding statement

• WEAK concluding statement

• words

• a beautiful picture

In opinion writing, we must use linking words and phrases to connect ____________ to ____________.

• opinions; reasons

• words, other words

• title; conclusion

• Oreos, Milk

Which of the following is written correctly?

• "I want some Cheetos," I said, "so let's go get some.

• "I want some Cheetos," I said, "so let's go get some."

• "I want some Cheetos," I Said. "so let's go get some."

• "I want some Cheetos," I said, "So let's go get some."

Which sentence uses a possessive noun correctly?

• The vet's job is to care for pets.

• The vets job is to care for pets.

• The vets' job is to care for pets.

The ________ amazement showed on their faces.

• childs'

• childrens'

• children's

• childrens

The plural of bus is

• bus's
• buses
• bus

The plural of baby is

• baby's
• babies
• babys

What is theme?

• how the reader feels about the story
• What the main character learns 
• the title
• central message or moral of the story