Writing and Composition Flashcards

Which type of writing requires a student to present facts and information about a topic without expressing a personal opinion?

Answer: Informational/explanatory writing

Informational/explanatory writing focuses on conveying facts and explaining topics objectively, without the author inserting personal opinions.

In the writing process, which step comes AFTER drafting?

Answer: Revising

Revising comes after drafting and involves improving the content, organization, and clarity of the written piece.

A student is writing an essay arguing that schools should have longer recess periods. What type of writing is this?

Answer: Opinion/argumentative

Opinion/argumentative writing involves taking a position on an issue and supporting it with reasons and evidence, as the student is arguing for longer recess.

Which organizational structure would be BEST for a student writing about the causes of the American Civil War?

Answer: Cause and effect

Cause and effect structure is best when explaining what factors led to an event, making it ideal for writing about the causes of the Civil War.

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

Answer: To state the main idea of the paragraph

A topic sentence states the main idea of the paragraph and tells the reader what the rest of the paragraph will be about.

Which transition word would BEST connect two contrasting ideas in an essay?

Answer: However

'However' signals a contrast or shift in ideas, making it the correct choice when connecting two opposing thoughts.

A student wants to write a story about their first day at a new school. What type of writing is this?

Answer: Narrative writing

Narrative writing tells a story, often from personal experience, making it the correct type for recounting events like a first day at school.