OSSLT Writing an Opinion Piece 5

Question 1

A student includes a brief personal story to open their opinion piece about the importance of after-school programs. This technique is called:

Accepted Answer

An anecdote

Answer

An anecdote is a short personal story used as an engaging introduction or illustrative example.

Question 2

Which sentence BEST demonstrates a concluding call to action in an opinion piece about environmental responsibility?

Accepted Answer

'Therefore, students, educators, and policymakers must commit to sustainable practices that protect our shared future.'

Answer

A call to action urges specific stakeholders to take concrete steps, making the conclusion more powerful and purposeful.

Question 3

The OSSLT opinion writing task expects students to write for a GENERAL audience. This means the writer should:

Accepted Answer

Explain ideas clearly so any educated reader can follow the argument

Answer

Writing for a general audience requires clear, accessible language that does not assume specialized knowledge.

Question 4

A student argues: 'We should ban junk food from schools because students who eat healthy food get better grades, stay more alert, and develop lifelong wellness habits.' This thesis is effective because it:

Accepted Answer

States a position and previews three distinct supporting reasons

Answer

A multi-reason thesis signals a well-organized argument and gives the reader a roadmap for the body paragraphs.

Question 5

When revising an opinion piece before submitting on the OSSLT, a student should FIRST check for:

Accepted Answer

Clarity of position, logical flow of arguments, and correctness of conventions

Answer

Revision should prioritize content clarity, argument logic, and mechanical correctness — the three scored criteria.

OSSLT - Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test Practice Test

OSSLT - Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test Practice Test

OSSLT Writing an Opinion Piece 5