10Kauri Formal Writing

Question 1

I have am not allowed any notes in this assessment.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

Which of the following is the best example of a hook to start a persuasive paragraph or essay?

Accepted Answer

A 2015 study stated 72% of NZ whānau said school uniforms were to expensive, Imagine being told exactly what to wear every single day, no exception.

Question 3

Which of the following is the most credible piece of evidence?

Accepted Answer

“A 2022 study by the Ministry of Health found that 67% of teenagers vape."

Question 4

In my summary sentence I should paraphrase my reason?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

I can write using 'first person' e.g. I think.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

How many reasons do you need for your essay?

Accepted Answer

Three

Question 7

What is the purpose of the "eXample" or evidence in a TEXAS paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Credible evidence from a reliable source that supports your explanation.

Question 8

What is the purpose of the "Analysis" in a TEXAS paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Where you make relevant connections between evidence and audience/world.

Question 9

I am allowed to bring in pre-written paragpraphs.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 10

I can introduce new information in my conclusion.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 11

I am marked on my spelling and punctuation.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

What does T mean in TEXAS?

Accepted Answer

Topic Sentence

Question 13

Which of the following should you avoid using in formal writing?

Accepted Answer

Contractions like "don't" or "can't."

Question 14

What is a rebuttal in an argument or persuasive writing?

Accepted Answer

Paragraph that addresses the opposing argument & explains why it is wrong.

Question 15

What is the purpose of the "Explain" sentence in a TEXAS paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Gives details about the main idea and help the reader understand it better.

Question 16

My assessment is tomorrow and Thursday.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 17

What does it mean to paraphrase something?

Accepted Answer

To rewrite someone else’s idea in your own words while keeping the meaning.

Question 18

I am allowed bullet points, evidence and key sentences.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of credible evidence?

Accepted Answer

A statistic from a government health website (e.g. health.govt.nz).

Question 20

I need my laptop in Mr Pickett's class tomorrow.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 21

You must state where your evidence comes from?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 22

This period I need to work on:

Accepted Answer

Practice Essay., Coming up with a great hook and final sentence for my conclusion., My single sided A4 notes sheet, Researching and finding evidence

Question 23

What are you most nervous about for your assessment?

Accepted Answer

Not having enough time., I don't have enough research., I haven't done any preparation., Proofreading my good copy.

Question 24

I need my laptop on Wednesday in Miss Jackson's class.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 25

What is the purpose of the topic sentence in a TEXAS paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To introduce the main idea of the paragraph clearly and directly.

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