When you check your essay, you should look for...

Grammar, Spelling and Typing errors

What is the proper organization of an argumentative essay?

Intro, body paragraphs, counter-claim, conclusion

Which of the following citations is correct?

(Source Number), (Author's Name, Paragraph)

When you are finished typing your essay, you should...

Check for errors and word choices.

Traditionally, where in the introduction is your thesis?

last sentence of your introduction

Which of the following is an example of formal style?

The sister's income was generated as a weekly paycheck.

What is a counter-argument?

You admitting that some people do not agree with you.

Which of the following is NOT a complete sentence?

At the end of the road, glittering at the side of the sign.

What does it mean to have sufficient evidence?

To have adequate support from the text.

Why is it important to cite your evidence?

To give credit to the appropriate author for their idea.

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate hook?

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to fly?

Why is it important to know your audience for an informational essay?

To know the amount of background or basic info needed.

What are the three main parts of an introduction paragraph (in order)?

Hook, Topic Sentence(s), Thesis

Which of the following is the BEST example of a thesis statement?

Students should have weekly homework to practice at home.

When collecting evidence from the articles, you should use...

Information from as many of the sources as possible.

What does the word "relevant" mean?

On topic, or pertaining to the author's subtopics.

How many paragraphs should your essay be?

You decide based on the prompt & your thesis.

What would be the best course of action if you are going to run out of time on the test?

Keep writing, doing your best until time is up.

You explaining why the opposite side of an argument is wrong

What is a thesis statement?

All of these answers are correct.

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1
What is the first step when you are writing an essay?
Read the article
Revise your essay
Write a hook
Read the prompt
2
In our essays, how many pieces of evidence were considered "sufficient" to use?
4
1
3
2
3
When you check your essay, you should look for...
Famous names and familiar words
Length of the essay, number of sentences
Grammar, Spelling and Typing errors
None of these are correct
4
What does a sentence need to be complete?
A subject and verb.
An adverb and noun.
A verb phrase.
An adjective and verb.
5
What is the proper organization of an argumentative essay?
Intro, counter-claim, summary
Summary, Intro, body paragraphs
Intro, body paragraphs, counter-claim, conclusion
Intro, body paragraphs, Conclusion
6
Which of the following citations is correct?
(Paragraph)
(Source Number)
(Paragraph, Line Number)
(Author's Name, Paragraph)
7
When you are finished typing your essay, you should...
Submit it
Write a conclusion paragraph
Check for errors and word choices.
Write your name
8
Traditionally, where in the introduction is your thesis?
last sentence of your introduction
1st sentence of your body paragraphs
1st sentence of your introduction
last sentence of you essay
9
Your essay's evidence should be...
Included in every paragraph of your essay
Relevant and sufficient
Placed in parenthesis.
Long, but basic
10
When do you use a counter-argument?
In an informational essay only.
None of these are correct.
Argumentative essays
In any essay.
11
What is the purpose of a hook?
To state your main idea
To engage the reader
To give basic background information about the topic
None of these are correct
12
How much standard time is given to write your essay during the FSA?
2 days
2 hours
4 hours
1 hour
13
What are the two types of style in writing?
Evidence and Support
Letters and Essays
Formal and Informal
Topics and Claims
14
Which of the following is NOT a step to writing an essay?
Read and analyze the prompt
Revise your essay
Create a hook
Research information online
15
Which of the following is an example of formal style?
The sister's income was generated as a weekly paycheck.
I earned money bi-weekly through my work at the office.
The sisters' got some money after work.
These are all informal sentences.
16
Which of the following would be the BEST word choice to replace the word "big"?
Big
Substantial
Large
Huge
17
How many points is an essay graded out of?
10
8
5
4
18
What is the highest score you can get for conventions according to the FSA rubric?
1
2
4
3
19
What is a counter-argument?
A short sentence included at the end of your conclusion.
Your reasons in your thesis statement.
Your response to those who do not agree with you.
You admitting that some people do not agree with you.
20
What tools on the FSA will help you prepare for your writing?
All of these
Highlighter tool
Linereader tool
Notepad
21
What is NOT needed in a structured paragraph?
Low level vocabulary
Adjectives and elaboration.
Complete sentences.
Nouns and noun phrases.
22
Which of the following is NOT a complete sentence?
On the way to the mall, my sister stopped for a coffee.
My mother sent me.
Walking home from school, I saw a child playing ball.
At the end of the road, glittering at the side of the sign.
23
How many categories does the FSA rubric include?
2
3
1
4
24
What is the proper spelling...
Bellieve
Believe
None of these are correct
Beleive
25
What does it mean to have sufficient evidence?
To have evidence in all paragraphs.
To have evidence cited properly.
To have adequate support from the text.
To have very little, but strong, support.
26
Why is it important to cite your evidence?
To look more fancy for the reader.
To include extra information to make your essay longer.
To give credit to the appropriate author for their idea.
All of these.
27
Which of the following would be an error in your essay?
Using vague words
Using punctuation
Using quotes for support
Using elaboration
28
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate hook?
Beyonce made over $5.5 million last year in concert sales.
As Bob snuck in, the empty room felt suffocating and dank.
How could one person fight against society's expectations?
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to fly?
29
Why is it important to know your audience for an informational essay?
To know the amount of background or basic info needed.
To name them, specifically in your introduction.
To know how to better persuade the reader.
None of these are true
30
What are the three main parts of an introduction paragraph (in order)?
Topic Sentence, Thesis, Topic Sentence(s)
Hook, Topic Sentence(s), Thesis
Transition Word, Topic Sentence(s), Thesis
Hook, Thesis, Topic Sentence(s)
31
What is elaboration?
A type of Thesis Statement
Description
Connotation and Dennotation
What needs to be included in your conclusion
32
What is the purpose of the writing FSA?
All of these are true.
To compare your score to other students in Florida.
To inform the teacher if you understood the writing lessons.
To determine if you need a remedial English class.
33
Which of the following is the BEST example of a thesis statement?
Students should not have homework weekly.
I believe students should not have homework weekly.
Yes, students should have homework weekly.
Students should have weekly homework to practice at home.
34
Where in your essay should you state your central claim?
Both Introduction and Thesis
Introduction
Neither Introduction and Thesis
Thesis
35
When collecting evidence from the articles, you should use...
Information from only the first article.
Information from only the article of your choice.
Information from as many of the sources as possible.
None of these are correct.
36
How do you support your claim?
With a hook
With evidence
With background information
With transitions
37
What is the difference between a colon and a semi-colon?
A semi-colon can not join two sentences.
A semi-colon is used before lists.
A colon is used before lists.
A colon can replace a period.
38
Which of the following would be the BEST option for a transition?
Next of all
Initially
In conclusion
My first reason
39
What does the word "relevant" mean?
None of these are correct.
Using high-level vocabulary appropriate for your audience.
Providing enough evidence to support your claim.
On topic, or pertaining to the author's subtopics.
40
How many paragraphs should your essay be?
One, as long as you use evidence.
Two, at minimum.
All essays should be five paragraphs.
You decide based on the prompt & your thesis.
41
What would be the best course of action if you are going to run out of time on the test?
Shorten your paragraphs so you can get to the conclusion.
Keep writing, doing your best until time is up.
Keep writing even after time is up. Don't submit your essay.
Stop as soon as you realize you won't finish.
42
What is a rebuttal?
Information that must be included in the 1st body paragraph.
You explaining why the opposite side of an argument is wrong
The last sentence in a conclusion paragraph.
You admitting that some people do not agree with you.
43
What is a thesis statement?
All of these answers are correct.
The answer to the prompt and your reasons.
The main idea of your essay.
Your central claim.
44
Should you plan before writing your essay?
None of the above
Yes
No
Only if the question is very difficult

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