Why is it important to analyze the prompt before writing an essay?

To determine the type of response needed

To write as much as possible on any topic

To focus only on personal opinions

To copy information from the prompt into the essay

What is an inference?

A conclusion drawn based on evidence and reasoning

A personal opinion with no support

What does it mean to analyze a text?

To examine its deeper meaning and how it conveys ideas

To ignore the author’s purpose

What is the best strategy for determining the meaning of an unfamiliar word in a passage?

Looking at the word’s prefix, root, or suffix

Look up the word in the online dictionary

Skipping the word and continuing reading

What is the effect of an anecdote in an introduction?

It captures the reader’s interest with a personal story

What is the purpose of figurative language in a text?

To enhance imagery and deeper meaning

What is the effect of a rhetorical question in persuasive writing?

It encourages readers to think about the topic

It forces the audience to answer aloud

What is the difference between tone and mood?

Tone is the author's attitude; mood is how the reader feels

Tone and mood are the same thing

Mood refers to sentence structure; tone refers to word choice

Tone is determined by setting; mood is determined by dialogue

What is the purpose of a claim in an argumentative essay?

To express the writer’s main point

To summarize the opposing viewpoint

Which of the following sentences is written in active voice?

The entire class read the book.

The book was read by the entire class.

The book has been read by the entire class.

The book is being read by the entire class.

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

The students’ essays were graded over the weekend.

The students' essays, were graded over the weekend.

The students essays were graded over the weekend.

The students essays’, were graded over the weekend.

Which of the following sentences is a comma splice?

The teacher explained the assignment, the students listened carefully.

The teacher explained the assignment, and the students listened carefully.

Because the teacher explained the assignment, the students listened carefully.

The students listened carefully after the teacher explained the assignment.

Which of the following contains parallel structure?

He likes running, swimming, and biking.

She enjoys reading, cooking, and to travel.

The project requires planning, organizing, and to present.

They love to hike, fishing, and biking.

A cause-and-effect text structure is used when an author:

Explains how one event leads to another

Describes events in the order they happened

Compares and contrasts two topics

When summarizing a nonfiction text, you should:

Identify the central idea and key supporting details

Rewrite the entire passage in your own words

Focus only on the details that interest you

Add your opinion about the topic

Which of the following is the best summary of a passage?

A short version that captures the controlling idea and supporting details

A detailed explanation including minor details

A restatement of every sentence in different words

A personal opinion about the topic

Which is an example of chronological text structure?

A biography detailing a person’s life events

A science article explaining the effects of pollution

A recipe listing ingredients and cooking steps

A political debate comparing two policies

Which of the following is an example of a fact?

"Most mammals give birth to live young."

"Dogs are the best pets in the world."

"Chocolate ice cream is better than vanilla."

"Video games should be banned in schools."

Which of the following statements is an opinion?

"Pizza is the most delicious food ever."

When synthesizing two sources, you should:

Compare and combine key ideas from both texts

Focus only on one and ignore the other

What is the best way to approach multiple-choice questions on the STAAR test?

Read the question first, then look for evidence in the text

Guess randomly if you don't know the answer

Skip the difficult questions entirely

Always choose the longest answer

If a question asks you to determine the author’s purpose, what should you consider?

The tone, audience, and type of text

What is the best strategy for annotating a nonfiction passage?

Identify the controlling idea, highlight supporting details, circle unfamiliar words, and underline interesting sentences

Highlight every sentence in different colors

Skip annotation and just read quickly

Only mark the first and last paragraph

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the thesis statement in an essay?

To summarize the entire essay in one sentence

To introduce a counterargument

To state the main idea and direction of the essay

To provide background information on the topic

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

What should a concluding paragraph do?

Introduce a new argument

Restate the thesis and summarize key points

Provide unrelated information

Repeat the introduction word-for-word

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

What is the function of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

To restate the thesis statement

To conclude the essay

To transition to a new topic

Which of the following is NOT an effective way to develop an argument in an essay?

Using relevant evidence and examples

Providing clear reasoning to support claims

Ignoring opposing viewpoints

Using logical organization

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

How should a writer address counterarguments in an argumentative essay?

By ignoring them

By acknowledging and refuting them with evidence

By agreeing with them entirely

By removing them from the essay

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of persuasive writing?

To entertain the reader

To inform the audience about facts

To convince the reader of a particular viewpoint

To describe a personal experience

What is the purpose of revising an essay?

To check for major content and structural improvements

To ensure all words are spelled correctly

To change the entire topic of the essay

To replace all complex words with simpler ones

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