FAST Writing and Composition

Question 1

Which type of writing requires a student to support a claim with evidence and reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Argumentative writing

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Narrative writing

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Descriptive writing

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Personal journal writing

Question 2

In an informative essay, what is the primary purpose of the introduction?

Accepted Answer

To introduce the topic and present a thesis statement

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To entertain the reader with a story

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To summarize the conclusion

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To list all supporting details

Question 3

A student writes: 'The storm was loud, wet, and scary.' Which revision best improves this sentence with specific details?

Accepted Answer

Thunder shook the windows as sheets of rain pounded the roof during the fierce storm.

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The storm was very loud, very wet, and very scary.

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The storm happened and it scared everyone.

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It was stormy outside.

Question 4

Which sentence is the best topic sentence for a paragraph about recycling benefits?

Accepted Answer

Recycling has many benefits for the environment and communities.

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Recycling is something people do.

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Some people recycle and some do not.

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Paper and plastic can be recycled.

Question 5

In narrative writing, what is the role of the climax?

Accepted Answer

It is the turning point or moment of highest tension in the story

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It introduces the characters and setting

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It wraps up the story and resolves conflict

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It provides background information

Question 6

Which transitional phrase best shows a cause-and-effect relationship in an essay?

Accepted Answer

As a result

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In addition

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For example

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On the other hand