Conceptual Understanding

Which of these is the BEST opening sentence for a story meant to create suspense?

• It was a bright and sunny morning.

• She stood by the door watching her peers file out of the room.

• The door creaked open slowly, though no one was there.

• Splash! It is my dog. It always will be my dog.

After listening to a presentation, what is the BEST way to summarise it?

• Repeat every sentence the speaker said.

• Share your opinion about the topic.

• Write down a list of big words they used.

• Explain the main idea and important details in our own words.

An advertisement shows a puppy with sad eyes and the text “Help us find them a home.” What is the ad trying to do?

• Make people feel sympathy and take action.

• Tell a story.

• Sell a product.

• Share facts about dogs.

What is the purpose of the headline in a newspaper report?

• To give detailed background information

• To grab attention and give a quick idea of the report

• To explain what the writer thinks

• To inform about a current event

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

• What time does the movie start.

• “I love reading” said Maya.

• Watch out! There’s a snake.

• It’s a beautiful day, isn’t it

When should you start a new paragraph?

• Every three sentences.

• When the story ends.

• When you introduce a new idea or topic.

• Whenever you run out of ideas.

Which sentence shows correct punctuation in dialogue?

• “Where are you going?” asked Rani.

• “Where are you going”? Asked Rani.

• “Where are you going”? asked Rani.

• “Where are you going” asked Rani?

What is the main purpose of using dialogue in a narrative?

• To make the story shorter.

• To show what the characters are feeling or thinking.

• To make the story interesting.

• To help the reader.

What persuasive technique is being used when a writer says, "9 out of 10 dentists recommend this toothpaste"?

• Emotional appeal

• Statistics and facts

• Personal experience

• Expert opinion

Which element of story writing helps establish when and where the story takes place?