STAAR Writing Questions

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What are the two main items that ECRs are graded for?

• Punctuation & grammar

• Organization, development of ideas & language conventions

• Spelling & vocabulary

• Sentence structure & vocabulary

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in both informational and argumentative writing?

• To provide background information

• To respond appropriately to any prompt given

• To introduce the topic

• To summarize the conclusion

What is the purpose of the 4 Corner Writing strategy?

• To develop the thesis

• To organize the essay

• To provide evidence

• To brainstorm ideas

What is the main reason for students to use the 4 Corner Writing strategy in the STAAR test?

• To improve vocabulary skills

• To assist in understanding the questions

• To develop the thesis

• To organize the essay

What is the primary purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• A) To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

• B) To provide a concluding thought

• C) To offer a counterargument

• D) To summarize the entire essay