WorksheetsWriting Skills Review
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 11mins
A student has been asked to write a paper about an important battle during World War II.
What is the most likely purpose of the paper?
To inform readers about the main details of the historic battle
To convince others that war is always damaging to country as a whole
To list the names of the soldiers who fought in the battle
A student is writing a narrative about a trip they took with their family. What is the main purpose of the writing?
to explain to readers why a trip is a good idea
to persuade readers to spend more time with family
to entertain readers with a heartwarming story
What is the most likely purpose of an essay that is full of claims, evidence, and reasons?
To argue a specific issue
To teach a helpful skill
To describe an important scene
What is the BEST definition of "audience" when you are talking about writing?
The group of people listening to a public reading of a piece of writing.
The group of readers who will read a particular piece of writing.
A formal interview with a high-ranking person, such as the president or the pope.
What is the order of paragraphs in an essay?
Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion
Introduction, Thesis, Evidence, Analysis, Conclusion
Introduction, Analysis, Conclusion
Introduction, Thesis, Topic Sentence, Evidence, Analysis
What is the purpose of evidence in an essay?
To provide sources for the reader
To support the essay’s claim
To introduce a topic to the reader
To describe the main idea of the essay
What is the term for the main argument or point that an essay is trying to prove?
evidence
thesis
explanation
context
Which statements are true about formal language?
formal language is used in academic settings
formal language uses slang like "chill" and "bro"
formal language is more professional
formal language is what we use when we talk to friends
formal language is what we use for essays and job interviews
Which of the following terms would fit best in a piece of formal writing?
cool
lit
terrific
awesome
What does credible mean?
legitimate
trusted
true
all of these
Which source would be the most credible to use in an essay about deforestation?
a travel blog from someone in Yosemite National Forest
an academic journal article about forest trends
a social media post by a park ranger
an interview with a nature photographer
