Dear Fellow Writer

Read these excerpts from the letter and the poem.
Writing is my way of knowing myself better, of hearing myself, of discovering what is important to me and what makes me sad, what makes me different, what makes me me—of discovering my own true name. — “Dear Fellow Writer,” paragraph 12
know how to find the key to unlock, inside me, that treasure chest chock full of brilliant words and thorny thoughts? — “What the Page Says,” lines 33–35
Based on these excerpts, the reader can conclude that both the author and the poet share a similar belief that —

• searching for ideas in various places improves writing

• expressing thoughts orally is easier than writing

• writing develops a person’s sense of self

• writing helps others resolve their conflicts

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

What is the main theme of the letter 'Dear Fellow Writer'?

• The importance of self-discovery through writing

• The challenges of publishing a book

• The role of technology in modern writing

• The history of English literature

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In the context of 'Dear Fellow Writer,' what does the phrase 'discovering my own true name' imply?

• Finding one's identity through writing

• Changing one's legal name

• Creating a pen name

• Naming characters in a story

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CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which literary device is primarily used in the phrase 'treasure chest chock full of brilliant words and thorny thoughts'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Personification

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What can be inferred about the author's attitude towards writing in 'Dear Fellow Writer'?

• Writing is a burdensome task

• Writing is a journey of self-exploration

• Writing is a competitive field

• Writing is a social activity

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'Dear Fellow Writer'?

• Encouraging and reflective

• Sarcastic and critical

• Formal and detached

• Humorous and light-hearted

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In 'Dear Fellow Writer,' how does the author suggest one can improve their writing?

• By exploring personal thoughts and emotions

• By reading a lot of books

• By attending writing workshops

• By collaborating with other writers

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CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

What is the purpose of the letter 'Dear Fellow Writer'?

• To inspire writers to explore their inner selves

• To provide a guide on publishing

• To critique modern writing styles

• To offer a historical perspective on writing

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which sentence structure is predominantly used in 'Dear Fellow Writer'?

• Complex sentences

• Simple sentences

• Compound sentences

• Fragmented sentences

What does the author mean by 'hearing myself' in the context of writing?

• Understanding one's inner voice

• Listening to recorded readings

• Reading aloud to others

• Hearing feedback from peers

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3