NJSLA NJSLA Research and Informational Writing 2

Question 1

Which organizational structure works best for an informational essay comparing two different energy sources?

Accepted Answer

Compare and contrast

Answer

A compare-and-contrast structure is designed specifically to examine the similarities and differences between two subjects.

Question 2

In a research essay, what is the purpose of an annotated bibliography?

Accepted Answer

To briefly describe and evaluate each source used in the research

Answer

An annotated bibliography includes a citation for each source followed by a short description of its content and relevance to the research.

Question 3

A student is writing about climate change and wants to appeal to the reader's sense of logic and reason. Which type of appeal should they primarily use?

Accepted Answer

Logos

Answer

Logos refers to the use of logical reasoning, statistics, and factual evidence to persuade or inform the reader.

Question 4

Which revision best improves the vague sentence: 'Many people think pollution is bad.'?

Accepted Answer

According to the EPA, air pollution contributes to over 100,000 premature deaths in the United States each year.

Answer

Using a specific statistic from a credible source replaces vague language with precise, evidence-based information.

Question 5

What is the role of a concluding paragraph in an informational essay?

Accepted Answer

To restate the thesis and summarize the key points without introducing new information

Answer

A conclusion restates the main idea and synthesizes the essay's key points to give the reader a sense of closure.

NJSLA Exam Practice Test

NJSLA Exam Practice Test

NJSLA NJSLA Research and Informational Writing 2