OAA OAA Writing & Language Arts

Question 1

Which type of writing requires students to state a claim and support it with evidence?

Accepted Answer

Persuasive writing

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Narrative writing

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Descriptive writing

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Expository writing

Question 2

On the OAA, which element is MOST important when revising a written response?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring ideas are logically organized and supported

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Handwriting clarity

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Using the longest sentences possible

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Adding as many adjectives as possible

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

To state the main idea of the paragraph

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To provide a concluding thought

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To introduce supporting details

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To transition to the next paragraph

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses a comma?

Accepted Answer

After the game, we celebrated at the restaurant.

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I went to the store and, I bought milk.

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She likes, cats and dogs.

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He ran fast, but, tripped.

Question 5

In an OAA extended response, what does 'elaboration' mean?

Accepted Answer

Adding details, examples, or explanations to support your ideas

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Writing neatly

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Repeating the question

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Using large vocabulary words

Question 6

Which word is a synonym for 'analyze' as used in OAA writing prompts?

Accepted Answer

Examine closely

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Ignore

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List

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Copy