Understanding Writing Prompts: Key Ideas and Types of Writing

Understanding Writing Prompts: Key Ideas and Types of Writing

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

4th - 5th Grade

Practice Problem

Medium

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This video tutorial guides students on how to effectively respond to writing prompts by understanding the question being asked. It introduces the writing process, emphasizing the importance of the first step: understanding the prompt. The lesson outlines two key steps: circling key ideas and asking what the prompt requires. An example prompt is used to demonstrate these steps, helping students identify the type of writing needed and the key ideas to focus on.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in answering a writing prompt?

Revising your work

Writing the sentences

Brainstorming ideas

Understanding the question

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What common mistake do writers make when responding to a prompt?

Ignoring the prompt entirely

Jumping into writing without understanding the prompt

Skipping the brainstorming step

Revising before writing

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step to ensure you understand a writing prompt?

Ask for help

Write a draft

Circle key ideas in the prompt

Start writing immediately

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of writing is required if a prompt asks you to 'write a story'?

An opinion piece

A narrative

A descriptive essay

A persuasive essay

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do after circling key ideas in a prompt?

Start writing your response

Revise your draft

Ask what the prompt is asking you to do

Brainstorm ideas

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