TSIA2 Essay Writing 3

Question 1

Which sentence demonstrates the most precise and formal word choice appropriate for a TSIA2 essay?

Accepted Answer

The proliferation of misinformation online has eroded public trust in journalism.

Answer

Formal, precise diction ('proliferation,' 'eroded') signals academic competence and suits the essay's persuasive purpose.

Question 2

What is the function of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

Accepted Answer

It introduces the specific point the paragraph will develop

Answer

A topic sentence announces the paragraph's controlling idea, telling readers what argument or point will be developed.

Question 3

Which organizational strategy is most effective for an essay comparing two approaches to solving homelessness?

Accepted Answer

Point-by-point comparison, addressing each criterion for both approaches together

Answer

Point-by-point comparison keeps both subjects in direct dialogue, making similarities and differences immediately clear.

Question 4

A student's essay prompt asks her to argue for or against year-round schooling. Her thesis states: 'Year-round schooling has pros and cons.' What is wrong with this thesis?

Accepted Answer

It does not take a clear position on the issue

Answer

An argumentative thesis must stake a clear position; 'pros and cons' is a neutral observation, not an argument.

Question 5

Which revision corrects the dangling modifier in this sentence: 'Walking through the park, the flowers smelled beautiful.'

Accepted Answer

Walking through the park, she noticed the flowers smelled beautiful.

Answer

Adding a clear subject ('she') immediately after the introductory participial phrase eliminates the dangling modifier.

(TSIA2) Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 Practice Test

(TSIA2) Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 Practice Test

TSIA2 Essay Writing 3