SSAT SSAT Practice Test (Writing Sample) 1

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the SSAT Writing Sample section?

Accepted Answer

To give admissions officers a writing sample for evaluation

Answer

The Writing Sample is unscored but sent to schools so admissions officers can evaluate the applicant's writing ability.

Question 2

The SSAT Writing Sample section gives students how many minutes to complete their essay?

Accepted Answer

25 minutes

Answer

Students are given 25 minutes to complete the SSAT Writing Sample.

Question 3

For the SSAT Writing Sample, students are given a choice between which two prompt types?

Accepted Answer

Creative story prompt and essay prompt

Answer

Students choose between a creative/narrative prompt and an essay/expository prompt.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a strong essay introduction?

Accepted Answer

An attention-grabbing hook followed by a clear thesis statement

Answer

A strong introduction hooks the reader and presents a clear thesis that guides the rest of the essay.

Question 5

What does a 'thesis statement' do in an essay?

Accepted Answer

States the main argument or central idea of the essay

Answer

A thesis statement presents the central claim or argument that the essay will support and develop.