AASA Writing 2

Question 1

A student is writing an opinion essay about school uniforms. Which source would be MOST appropriate to cite?

Accepted Answer

A study published by a university examining uniform policies in schools

Answer

Published academic studies are credible, peer-reviewed sources that provide reliable evidence to support claims in an opinion essay.

Question 2

Which sentence contains a comma splice error?

Accepted Answer

The rain started, we ran inside.

Answer

A comma splice joins two independent clauses with only a comma; 'The rain started, we ran inside' needs a conjunction or semicolon to be correct.

Question 3

What does it mean to 'elaborate' on a point in writing?

Accepted Answer

To provide additional details, examples, or explanation to develop the idea further

Answer

Elaborating means expanding on an idea by adding supporting details, examples, or explanations that give the reader a deeper understanding.

Question 4

Which organizational structure BEST suits an essay comparing two books?

Accepted Answer

Compare and contrast

Answer

A compare and contrast structure is specifically designed to examine similarities and differences between two subjects, making it ideal for comparing two books.

Question 5

A student writes: 'In my opinion, I think that students should have longer recess because it is good.' What is the WEAKEST part of this claim?

Accepted Answer

It lacks specific reasoning or evidence to support the claim

Answer

Saying recess 'is good' is vague and provides no concrete reason or evidence, which makes the argument weak and unpersuasive.

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AASA Writing 2