Regents English Writing Skills

Question 1

In the Regents ELA exam, the argument essay requires students to:

Accepted Answer

develop a claim supported by evidence from provided texts

Answer

The Regents argument task asks students to state a clear claim and support it with evidence drawn from the provided source texts.

Question 2

Which part of an essay introduces the topic and states the writer's main argument?

Accepted Answer

Introduction

Answer

The introduction provides context for the topic and ends with a thesis statement that announces the essay's central argument.

Question 3

A thesis statement should:

Accepted Answer

state the writer's main claim or argument in a clear, specific sentence

Answer

A thesis statement presents the writer's position or central argument that the rest of the essay will develop and support.

Question 4

Which sentence is the best example of a strong thesis statement for a Regents argument essay?

Accepted Answer

Investing in renewable energy is essential to combating climate change and protecting public health.

Answer

A strong thesis makes a specific, arguable claim rather than stating a fact or announcing the essay's structure.

Question 5

Transitions between paragraphs in an essay serve to:

Accepted Answer

create smooth connections between ideas and guide the reader through the argument

Answer

Transitions link paragraphs by showing the logical relationship between ideas, improving the essay's flow and coherence.

Regents English Practice Test