Writing Explanatory Text Unit Test
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Writing Explanatory Text Unit Test
The report that would best be organized in chronological order is:
- A report that shows how transportation changed over time.
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Self-driving cars can help reduce traffic.
Which heading in an informative text about self-driving cars would this information fit best under?
(1 point)
Responses
Mechanics within Self-Driving Cars
Mechanics within Self-Driving Cars
Benefits of Self-Driving Cars
Benefits of Self-Driving Cars
Problems with Self-Driving Cars
Problems with Self-Driving Cars
Leading Companies of Self-Driving Cars
Leading Companies of Self-Driving Cars
The information "Self-driving cars can help reduce traffic" would fit best under the heading:
- Benefits of Self-Driving Cars.
Which graphic best supports a persuasive essay about the negative effects of soda?(1 point)
Responses
a timeline showing the history of the soda industry
a timeline showing the history of the soda industry
a video that explains how soda is made
a video that explains how soda is made
a chart showing how types of beverages affect health
a chart showing how types of beverages affect health
a photograph of a soda advertisement
The graphic that best supports a persuasive essay about the negative effects of soda is:
- A chart showing how types of beverages affect health.
Which graphic best supports an explanatory text about how to prepare a recipe?(1 point)
Responses
a diagram that shows types of cooking knives
a diagram that shows types of cooking knives
a chart that shows types of vegetables
a chart that shows types of vegetables
a video that shows the steps in cooking a dish
a video that shows the steps in cooking a dish
a photograph that shows a cooked dish
a photograph that shows a cooked dish
The graphic that best supports an explanatory text about how to prepare a recipe is:
- A video that shows the steps in cooking a dish.
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Weather channels are essential for people to prepare for natural disasters in their area.
Which detail would be most relevant to the central idea in the sentence?
(1 point)
Responses
Weather channels alert people when dangerous storms are near.
Weather channels alert people when dangerous storms are near.
Weather channels report daily weather conditions.
Weather channels report daily weather conditions.
Weather channels track national weather patterns.
Weather channels track national weather patterns.
Weather channels provide predictions about the weather.
The detail that would be most relevant to the central idea in the sentence is:
- Weather channels alert people when dangerous storms are near.
Use the sentences to answer the question.
Joe trained all summer long. As a result, he made the track team.
Which type of relationship is signaled by the transition as a result?
(1 point)
Responses
problem and solution
problem and solution
comparison
comparison
cause and effect
cause and effect
contrast
The type of relationship signaled by the transition "as a result" is:
- Cause and effect.
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Because so many people used the company's poorly made product, the lawyers decided to file a class-action lawsuit in order to represent all the consumers as a group.
Which word or phrase from the sentence uses domain-specific language?
(1 point)
Responses
poorly made product
poorly made product
consumers
consumers
class-action lawsuit
class-action lawsuit
people
The word or phrase from the sentence that uses domain-specific language is:
- Class-action lawsuit.
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Saturday morning, the shopping center buzzed with activity as people went in and out of stores.
Which change would make the language in the sentence more precise?
(1 point)
Responses
replacing shopping center with building
replacing , shopping center , with , building
replacing buzzed with moved
replacing , buzzed , with , moved
replacing went with dashed
replacing , went , with , dashed
replacing Saturday morning with earlier
replacing , Saturday morning , with , earlier
The change that would make the language in the sentence more precise is:
- Replacing "shopping center" with "mall" or "plaza".
A student is writing a paper about important themes in the book Anne of Green Gables. Which sentence would be the best way to conclude the essay?(1 point)
Responses
Prince Edward Island is a real place in Canada that many people visit each year.
Prince Edward Island is a real place in Canada that many people visit each year.
The author, Lucy Maud Montgomery, went on to write many other books.
The author, Lucy Maud Montgomery, went on to write many other books.
Anne of Green Gables remains popular today because of its universal themes of love and belonging.
Anne of Green Gables, remains popular today because of its universal themes of love and belonging.
Anne of Green Gables is considered children's literature, though many adults enjoy reading it.
Anne of Green Gables , is considered children's literature, though many adults enjoy reading it.
The best way to conclude the essay would be:
- Anne of Green Gables remains popular today because of its universal themes of love and belonging.
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Curious people can "discover" the Rosetta Stone for themselves at the British Museum, where it is currently on display.
Does the sentence provide a strong conclusion to an essay about the discovery of the Rosetta Stone?
(1 point)
Responses
No, because the language is informal.
No, because the language is informal.
No, because it introduces new information.
No, because it introduces new information.
Yes, because it introduces the main idea of the essay.
Yes, because it introduces the main idea of the essay.
Yes, because it leaves the reader with a final thought that relates to the topic.
No, because it introduces new information.
In 3–5 sentences, explain how graphics are useful in informational texts. Use specific examples that show how at least two types of graphics can be used in informational texts.(4 points)
Graphics are useful in informational texts because they help to enhance the understanding of the text by providing visual aids for the readers. For instance, diagrams and charts are useful in technical writing to help readers understand complex concepts. Additionally, videos can help explain a process or procedure, such as how to prepare a recipe or assemble a product. Graphics help to make the text more engaging and memorable for readers, facilitating better retention and recall of the information.
Use the paragraph to answer the prompt.
Today we rely on technology more than we realize. We can use technology for communicating, learning, and even shopping. My family used to drive to stores a lot more, and some of them are far away. Technology has made our lives easier because we don't have to go anywhere to get what we need or to talk to our friends. With technology, you can talk to your friends no matter where they are. If you need to order more detergent, then you can ask your phone to search for options. I wonder who named the technology assistants. Technology has also changed the way we learn at school. Now we have online textbooks, we type all of our assignments, and we rarely use paper. We are saving the world! Not everyone thinks technology is great, but I think it has changed our lives for the better.
Rewrite the paragraph to get rid of the irrelevant information.
(4 points)
Today, technology has changed our lives for the better. With technology, we can communicate, learn, and shop all without leaving our homes. We don't have to drive long distances to go to stores anymore. Instead, we can ask our phone to search for options and purchase what we need. Technology has also revolutionized education, with online textbooks and digital assignments becoming the norm. These advancements have helped us save the world. Although not everyone thinks technology is great, it has improved our lives in numerous ways.
Write a paragraph of 3-5 sentences that uses transitions to show a cause and effect relationship between ideas.(4 points)
The summer heat has been unbearable this year. As a result, many people are spending more time indoors to escape the high temperatures. Consequently, there has been an increase in the use of air conditioning and fans. The excessive use of energy to combat the heat has led to an increase in electricity bills for many households.
A student is writing an article for a local newspaper about the positive aspects of volunteering in the community. Write an introductory paragraph that addresses the topic, audience, goal, and tone of the article.(4 points)
Volunteering in the community is more than just a selfless act of kindness; it can have a positive impact on both the individuals who volunteer and the community they serve. In this article, we will explore the benefits of volunteering, from improving mental health to building relationships and gaining work experience. Whether you are a retiree looking for a way to stay active, a student hoping to enhance your resume, or simply someone who wants to give back to your community, we hope to persuade you of the extraordinary benefits of volunteering. The tone of this article is positive and encouraging, with the goal of inspiring readers to get involved in their local community.
Which report would best be organized in chronological order?(1 point)
Responses
a report that shows how transportation changed over time
a report that shows how transportation changed over time
a report about the ways to prevent wildfires
a report about the ways to prevent wildfires
a report that reviews two films about the same story
a report that reviews two films about the same story
a report about the benefits of exercise
a report about the benefits of exercise