CHSPE Language - Writing and Composition

Question 1

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

Accepted Answer

To state the main argument or point of the essay

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To summarize each body paragraph

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To introduce background information

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To list the sources used

Question 2

Which transition word best shows a contrast between two ideas?

Accepted Answer

However

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Furthermore

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In addition

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Therefore

Question 3

Which sentence is the most specific and well-supported topic sentence for a body paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Cyberbullying on social media platforms harms students' mental health.

Answer

There are many problems with social media.

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Social media has some good and bad effects.

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Social media is a big deal today.

Question 4

When revising a draft, a student should focus first on:

Accepted Answer

Content, organization, and clarity

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Spelling and punctuation

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Formatting and font size

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Length and word count

Question 5

Which writing mode aims to tell a story and share a personal experience?

Accepted Answer

Narrative

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Expository

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Persuasive

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Descriptive only

Question 6

In an argumentative essay, what is the purpose of a counterargument paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To acknowledge opposing views and then refute them

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To abandon the writer's main claim

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To present only the weaknesses of the topic

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To repeat the thesis statement