NeSA Writing 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses apostrophes correctly?

Accepted Answer

The students' projects were outstanding.

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The students's projects were outstanding.

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The student's projects was outstanding.

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The students project's were outstanding.

Question 2

What is the best definition of 'supporting details' in a paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Facts, examples, or explanations that develop the topic sentence

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Sentences that restate the thesis

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Transitional phrases that connect paragraphs

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The concluding sentence that wraps up the paragraph

Question 3

Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?

Accepted Answer

She loves to read; she visits the library weekly.

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She loves to read; books, and magazines.

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She loves; to read books and magazines.

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She loves to read books; and magazines.

Question 4

When writing a narrative, what does 'point of view' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The perspective from which the story is told

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The setting where the story takes place

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The theme or moral of the story

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The sequence of events in the plot

Question 5

Which element distinguishes formal writing from informal writing?

Accepted Answer

Complete sentences and standard grammar

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Use of slang and contractions

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Conversational tone and abbreviations

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Short paragraphs and bullet points

Question 6

Which is the most effective concluding sentence for a paragraph about recycling benefits?

Accepted Answer

Clearly, recycling conserves resources, reduces waste, and protects the environment for future generations.

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Recycling is something people do.

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In conclusion, there are many things about recycling.

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So, recycling is good and everyone should try it.