CAEC Extended Response and Informational Writing 2

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a topic sentence for a body paragraph about public transportation?

Accepted Answer

Public transportation reduces traffic congestion and lowers carbon emissions.

Answer

A strong topic sentence makes a specific, arguable claim that the paragraph will then develop with evidence.

Question 2

On the CAEC Extended Response section, test-takers are primarily evaluated on which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The ability to develop and support a clear, organized argument

Answer

CAEC scoring focuses on the quality of argument development, organization, and use of evidence rather than surface features like speed or handwriting.

Question 3

Which sentence uses the most formal tone appropriate for an extended response?

Accepted Answer

Climate change poses significant environmental and economic challenges worldwide.

Answer

Formal academic writing avoids slang, colloquialisms, and exclamatory language, using precise and professional vocabulary instead.

Question 4

What does 'coherence' mean in the context of extended response writing?

Accepted Answer

Ideas flow logically and are clearly connected throughout the essay

Answer

Coherence refers to how smoothly and logically ideas connect, allowing the reader to follow the writer's reasoning without confusion.

Question 5

A CAEC test-taker writes: 'The government should invest in renewable energy. Coal is a fossil fuel. Many people work in factories.' What is the main writing problem here?

Accepted Answer

The ideas are not connected or developed around a central point

Answer

These sentences list unrelated facts without connecting them to a clear main idea or argument, resulting in poor development and organization.

(CAEC) Canadian Adult Education Credential Practice Test

(CAEC) Canadian Adult Education Credential Practice Test

CAEC Extended Response and Informational Writing 2