Format and Style Quick Check - Connections Academy (Writing Explanatory Text) English

Question

Q1
Drag each item to the correct location to show whether it describes a subheading or a heading. (2 points)
A. shows the beginning of a large topic in a text - subheading or heading
B. usually appears in a smaller font size - subheading or heading
C. usually appears in a larger font size - subheading or heading
D. shows the beginning of a narrow topic in a text - subheading or heading
Q2
Which choice best explains the reason for the use of graphics to aid comprehension when writing informative or explanatory texts? (1 point)
A. Graphics can be used when it would be hard to use audio or video to provide the information. B. Graphics can be used when a reader has likely encountered the topic of a text before.
C. Graphics can be used when information is difficult to express in words.
D. Graphics can be used when the information in a text is likely to interest the reader.
Q3 Drag each phrase or sentence to the correct location to show whether it is vague or precise. (2 points)
A. We almost purchased a Victorian-style home last year. - Vague or Precise
B. He limped the entire way home. - Vague or Precise
C. I put butter on the toast. - Vague or Precise
D. Two rivers meet in a town. - Vague or Precise

Q4
Which of the following is an example of an objective tone in explanatory writing? (1 point)
A. a neutral and factual text informing readers about the role of the wolf population in Yellowstone National Park
B. a blog recounting how one writer’s time in Yellowstone National Park made for a transformative experience
C. a personal, firsthand account of one traveler’s visit to Yellowstone National Park
D. a persuasive text that asks readers to donate funds to support the wolf population in Yellowstone National Park
Q5
Which of these are characteristics of a formal style when writing an explanatory text? Select the three correct answers. (2 points)
A. contractions
B. advanced vocabulary
C. complex syntax
D. slang
E. standard textbook English
F. personal pronouns

Answer 1

Q1:
A: subheading
B: subheading
C: heading
D: heading

Q2: A. Graphics can be used when it would be hard to use audio or video to provide the information.

Q3:
A: Vague
B: Precise
C: Precise
D: Precise

Q4: A. a neutral and factual text informing readers about the role of the wolf population in Yellowstone National Park

Q5: B. advanced vocabulary
C. complex syntax
E. standard textbook English