ISEE Writing & Essay Skills 3

Question 1

Is the ISEE essay scored with a number grade?

Accepted Answer

No, it is sent unscored to schools as a writing sample

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Yes, it counts toward the total score

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It is graded only by a computer

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It replaces the math score

Question 2

Which is an example of a run-on sentence?

Accepted Answer

I like math I like science.

Answer

I like math, and I like science.

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I like math; I like science.

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I like math. I like science.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

Accepted Answer

To introduce the paragraph's main idea

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To conclude the essay

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To list the author's name

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To repeat the prompt

Question 4

Choose the correct word: 'Their going to ___ house after school.'

Accepted Answer

their

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they're

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there

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thier

Question 5

Which transition word shows contrast?

Accepted Answer

However

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Therefore

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Furthermore

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Additionally

Question 6

What should the conclusion of an essay do?

Accepted Answer

Restate the main idea and wrap up

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Introduce brand-new topics

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List spelling errors

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Ask the reader to start over

Question 7

Which sentence uses the correct verb tense throughout?

Accepted Answer

She walked to school and rode the bus home.

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She walks to school and rode the bus home.

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She walk to school and ride the bus home.

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She walking to school and rode the bus home.