Core Academic Skills Assessment Writing: Text Types and Purposes 2

Question 1

A student wants to convince the school board to extend library hours. Which text type is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Persuasive letter

Answer

A persuasive letter directly addresses the decision-makers and argues for a specific change using evidence and reasoning.

Question 2

Which feature distinguishes an expository text from a narrative text?

Accepted Answer

It focuses on informing rather than storytelling

Answer

Expository texts aim to explain or inform, while narrative texts tell a story with characters, plot, and events.

Question 3

A writer drafting a lab report should primarily use which tone?

Accepted Answer

Objective and formal

Answer

Lab reports require an objective, formal tone to accurately convey scientific findings without personal bias.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a claim in an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

Schools should require physical education daily because it enhances academic performance.

Answer

A claim is a debatable assertion the writer defends; the other options are statements of fact or observation without a position.

Question 5

When writing a how-to guide, which organizational structure is MOST effective?

Accepted Answer

Chronological/sequential order

Answer

A how-to guide requires step-by-step chronological order so readers can follow instructions in the correct sequence.

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