Mastering Writing Skills in 5th Grade

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English
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5th Grade
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Hard
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Standards-aligned
Sarah Williams
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a complete sentence? Provide an example.
The mat sat on the cat.
A complete sentence is 'The cat sat on the mat.'
The cat is on the mat.
Cats and mats are friends.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.1J
CCSS.L.2.1F
CCSS.L.3.1I
CCSS.L.7.1B
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the main idea of a short paragraph.
The main idea of a short paragraph is the central theme or primary point conveyed by the author.
The main idea is the author's opinion on the subject.
The main idea is a detailed explanation of the topic.
The main idea is a summary of all the details in the paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What punctuation mark is used to end a question?
Comma
Semicolon
Exclamation mark
Question mark
Tags
CCSS.L.1.2B
CCSS.L.4.3B
CCSS.L.K.2B
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Rewrite the following sentence to make it clearer: 'The dog ran fast.'
The dog walked slowly.
The dog sprinted quickly across the field.
The dog strolled leisurely.
The dog jumped high.
Tags
CCSS.L.2.1E
CCSS.L.3.1A
CCSS.L.3.1G
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using descriptive words in writing?
To simplify the writing process and reduce word count.
To make the text more difficult to understand.
To eliminate the need for editing and revisions.
The purpose of using descriptive words in writing is to create vivid imagery and engage the reader's senses.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
List three types of literary devices and give an example of each.
Oxymoron: 'Deafening silence.'
1. Metaphor: 'Time is a thief.' 2. Alliteration: 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore.' 3. Personification: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'
Simile: 'He runs like the wind.'
Hyperbole: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'
Tags
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.L.6.6
CCSS.RI.5.4
CCSS.W.5.2D
CCSS.W.6.2D
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you improve the sequence of events in a story?
Add more characters without context.
Use random events that disrupt the flow.
Focus solely on dialogue without action.
Establish a clear timeline and ensure logical progression.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.5
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
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