Writing Flashcards
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On the ATLAS Writing assessment, which type of writing requires students to take a position and support it with evidence and reasoning?
Answer: Argumentative/opinion writing
Argumentative or opinion writing on ATLAS requires students to state a clear claim and back it with logical evidence and reasoning.
Which writing trait, assessed on ATLAS, refers to the logical order and flow of ideas in a piece of writing?
Answer: Organization
Organization is the writing trait that addresses how clearly and logically a writer structures and sequences ideas throughout the piece.
On ATLAS, what is the purpose of a 'hook' at the beginning of an essay?
Answer: To grab the reader's attention and motivate them to keep reading
A hook is an engaging opening sentence or question designed to capture the reader's interest right at the start of an ATLAS essay.
Which element of writing is scored under 'conventions' on the ATLAS Writing rubric?
Answer: Correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization
Conventions on the ATLAS rubric refer to the mechanical correctness of writing: grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.
On ATLAS, what does 'elaboration' mean in the context of body paragraphs?
Answer: Providing details, examples, and explanations that develop the main idea
Elaboration on ATLAS means fully developing ideas by adding specific details, examples, and explanations rather than simply stating a point.
In ATLAS Writing, which transition phrase signals a contrast between two ideas?
Answer: However
'However' is a contrast transition that signals a shift to an opposing or different idea, commonly assessed in ATLAS writing tasks.