Writing: Narrative and Non-Fiction Quizzes - Test Your Skills

Question 1

How do sentence variety and word choice make writing more effective in both stories and non-fiction texts?

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They make writing more interesting and engaging to read.

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They have no impact on how effective writing is.

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Sentence variety is only important in stories, while word choice is only important in non-fiction texts.

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Sentence variety is only important for short texts, while word choice is only important for long texts.

Question 2

How does figurative language create vivid imagery and evoke emotions in readers?

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By employing literary devices like metaphors, similes, and personification to create vivid imagery and sensory experiences.

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By using simple, clear language that is easily understandable.

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By using technical language to impress readers with the writer's knowledge.

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By avoiding figurative language altogether and relying only on facts.

Question 3

Which element is NOT a characteristic of an effective narrative?

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Factual data

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A well-defined plot

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Engaging characters

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A fulfilling resolution

Question 4

Which feature is typically found in non-fiction writing but not often in fiction writing?

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Subheadings

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Figurative language

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Emotional language

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First-person perspective

Question 5

In a story, which technique is most effective for making the reader feel strong emotions?

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Using descriptive language that appeals to the senses

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Using a narrator who knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters

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Telling the story in a strictly chronological order

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of well-written non-fiction writing?

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Use of persuasive techniques

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Clear and simple language

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Logical organization

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Accurate and verifiable information

Question 7

What is an essential element of non-fiction writing?

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Factual information

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Imaginative tales

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Humorous animal characters

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Magical incantations

Question 8

Which feature is typically NOT found in persuasive writing?

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Extensive use of figurative language

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A clear and logical structure

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Evidence to support arguments

Question 9

What's the main purpose of a non-fiction text?

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To share real information about a topic

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To tell a fun story

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To share the writer's ideas

Question 10

Which element is NOT typically used to structure a narrative plot?

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Glossary

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Exposition

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Rising Action

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Climax

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a crucial element in a narrative story?

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Rules

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Setting

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Characters

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Dialogue

Question 12

Which of these is NOT a technique used in narrative writing?

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Expository writing

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Foreshadowing

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Flashback

Question 13

What are the key features of persuasive writing?

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Facts and evidence to support arguments

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Persuasive language to influence the reader

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Imaginative and creative language

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Unstructured organization

Question 14

Which element is NOT found in narrative writing?

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Instructions

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Plot

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Characters

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Theme

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a type of non-fiction writing?

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Fairy Tale

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Biography

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News article

Question 16

Which element is typically NOT found in a narrative text?

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Instructions

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Storyline

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Characters

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Dialogue

Question 17

Which element is NOT essential when writing a narrative?

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Using perfect grammar and spelling

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A clear introduction, body, and conclusion

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Vivid descriptions that appeal to the reader's senses

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Interesting and relatable characters

Question 18

What's the key difference between narrative and non-fiction writing?

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Narrative writing tells a story, while non-fiction writing shares real information.

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Narrative writing is more imaginative, while non-fiction writing has a stricter structure.

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Non-fiction writing only uses the present tense, while narrative writing uses the past tense.

Question 19

Which of these is NOT a key feature of narrative writing?

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Bias

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Characters

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Setting

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Plot

Question 20

Which feature is **not** typical of non-fiction writing?

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Aims to entertain the reader

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Presents facts and information

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Uses clear language

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Follows a logical structure

Question 21

What is a key feature of non-fiction writing?

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It has a clear structure

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It tells a made-up story

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It uses lots of descriptive language

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It shares personal opinions

Question 22

Which element is NOT typically found in a narrative writing?

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Instructions

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Characters

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Setting

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Theme

Question 23

Which element is essential for a captivating narrative essay?

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A plot that engages and captivates

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Using complex and unfamiliar vocabulary

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Sticking to real-life events only

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Arranging events strictly in chronological order

Question 24

What feature is only found in non-fiction texts?

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Data

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Setting

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Characters

Question 25

What is a crucial element that is NOT included in narrative writing?

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Facts

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Characters

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Setting

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Theme

Question 26

When writing in the non-fiction genre, what's the main reason why people write?

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To provide information

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To amuse others

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To convince people

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To release emotions

Question 27

Which of these is an example of a sentence that expresses a complex idea?

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The dog that was chasing the cat ran.

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The dog ran.

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The speedy dog ran.

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The dog sat calmly.

Question 28

What is the proper organization for a non-fiction text's parts?

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Introduction, Body, Conclusion

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Conclusion, Introduction, Body

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Body, Introduction, Conclusion

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Conclusion, Body, Introduction

Question 29

When writing a descriptive story, which of these words conveys action most strongly?

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Leapt

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Moved

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Strolled

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Rested

Question 30

How do facts differ from opinions?

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Facts are verifiable, while opinions are based on personal beliefs

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Opinions are based on facts, while facts are based on personal beliefs

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They're the same thing

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There's no difference

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a feature typically found in narrative writing?

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The use of statistical data

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Character development

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A plot with a beginning, middle, and end

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Vivid sensory details

Question 32

What is the correct order of sections in a non-fiction article?

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Introduction, main points, conclusion

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Introduction, conclusion, main points

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Conclusion, introduction, main points

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Main points, conclusion, introduction

Question 33

Which of these is a key element of setting in a story?

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The weather and landscape

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The characters

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Conversations between characters

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The overall message or idea of the story

Question 34

Which punctuation mark is used to join two complete sentences?

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Semicolon

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Comma

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Colon

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Dash

Question 35

Which technique can make writing more vivid and engaging?

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Including sensory details

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Using the passive voice

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Writing in long, complex sentences

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Using technical language that most people won't understand

Question 36

What are the two key parts used to build a story called?

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Plot and Characters

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Structure and Form

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Theme and Idea

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Setting and Ending

Question 37

When we write about real subjects and events, what type of writing is it?

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Non-Fiction Writing

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Narrative Writing

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Persuasive Writing

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Creative Writing

Question 38

Which of these are types of figurative language used to make our writing more creative?

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Both Similes and Metaphors

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Similes

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Metaphors

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Alliteration

Question 39

In non-fiction writing, what's a good rule to follow?

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Use evidence to support your claims

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State your opinions clearly

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Only write about what you feel

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Don't worry about being organized

Question 40

When you're telling a story about your own life or experiences, what kind of writing are you doing?

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Personal Narrative Writing

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Fiction Writing

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Biography Writing

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Report Writing

Question 41

When writing newspaper articles or reports, what is important to remember?

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Provide a fair and balanced view

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Use very descriptive language

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Try to persuade the reader's opinion

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Only include information that supports your opinion

Question 42

When we write a story, which of these is most important to include?

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A clear beginning, middle, and end

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Exciting characters

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Lots of colorful language

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A surprising twist

Question 43

What's the best way to write something that's true?

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Stick to the facts and avoid opinions

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Use your imagination and make it up

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Tell a story that sounds convincing

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Add a little bit of everything

Question 44

Which of these makes our writing more interesting to read?

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Using many different words

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Repeating the same words often

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Using slang words

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Keeping our words simple and clear

Question 45

In a story, what's the purpose of going back in time?

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To show what happened earlier

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To confuse the reader

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To slow down the story

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To end the story

Question 46

Which of these is a type of writing that tells about real events or people?

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Biography

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Science fiction

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Fantasy

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Mystery

Question 47

When writing a story, what's a good way to hint at what might happen later?

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Drop hints and clues

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Confuse the reader

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Slow down the story

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End the story abruptly

Question 48

In a non-fiction text, headings and subheadings help to:

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Make the text easier to read and understand

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Confuse the reader

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Make the text more difficult to understand

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Add made-up elements to the text

Question 49

Which of these is an important part of writing a good story?

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Creating interesting characters

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Using words that sound good together

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Using facts and numbers

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Using difficult words

Question 50

When writing a non-fiction report, you should:

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Share information clearly and without bias

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Use lots of fancy words

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Write about your own feelings

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Make up a story

Question 51

Which of these can build excitement and tension in a story?

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Giving hints about what might happen later

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Telling a story that happened in the past

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Using words that rhyme

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Comparing two things using 'like' or 'as'

Question 52

When writing dialogue in a story, it's important to:

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Use speech marks to show who is speaking

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Avoid using words like 'said' or 'asked'

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Use very formal language

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Write the dialogue as long as possible

Question 53

When describing a character in a story, you should:

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Use words that appeal to the senses

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Focus on how they look

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Avoid using adjectives

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Describe every tiny detail about them

Question 54

Which of these is an important feature of a good non-fiction report?

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Using information that you've researched

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Writing in a fun and exciting way

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Using lots of technical terms

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Using language that shows your personal opinions

Question 55

When choosing words to use in your writing, it's important to:

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Think about what you're writing about and who you're writing for

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Use words you don't know

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Avoid using similar words

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Use as many adjectives and adverbs as possible

Question 56

When revising a piece of writing, what is an important aspect to consider?

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Seeking input from others

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Only focusing on grammar and spelling

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Making changes without regard for the original intent

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Ignoring areas that need improvement

Question 57

Which of these is a distinctive characteristic of non-fiction writing?

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The use of accurate information and evidence

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Specific and informative language

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Engaging and entertaining elements

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Focus on personal experiences

Question 58

What is the primary goal of a biography?

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To provide information about the life of a particular individual

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To entertain readers with an exciting narrative

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To persuade readers to adopt a specific point of view

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To describe a specific event or experience

Question 59

Which of these is an example of a strong opening to a narrative story?

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The deafening roar of the crowd filled the air as the ball soared towards the net

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Once upon a time, there was a princess who lived in a castle

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I awoke to the sound of birds chirping outside my window

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At the tender age of ten, my family relocated to a different town

Question 60

Which part of speech connects ideas within a sentence?

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Conjunction

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Preposition

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Adverb

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Noun

Question 61

What is a key aspect of a persuasive essay?

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A clear argument supported by evidence

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Heavy use of emotional language

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Objectivity and impartiality

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A humorous and entertaining style

Question 62

What is the primary function of a thesaurus when writing?

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Locating synonyms and antonyms

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Checking word spellings

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Obtaining word definitions

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Translating words to various languages

Question 63

Which sentence correctly applies the past tense?

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The dog ran swiftly in the park.

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The playful cat slept on the comfortable bed.

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I shall attend school tomorrow.

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The girl joyfully played with her toys.

Question 64

Which transition word is most effective for contrasting two concepts?

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However

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Consequently

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Lastly

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Initially