Grammar and Punctuation II Unit Test

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Rachel's younger brother is in fourth grade. She is trying to explain to him how to do a household task. She is going to read the explanation aloud and post it on the refrigerator for him to refer to later. What kind of sentences do you recommend Rachel use: simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex?

Identify two sentence types and explain why you think they would effectively communicate Rachel's message.

(2 points)


Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0
The question is not answered.

Answer 1

I would recommend that Rachel use a combination of simple and compound sentences to effectively communicate her message to her younger brother. Simple sentences are easy to understand and follow, making them suitable for providing direct instructions. Compound sentences, on the other hand, can help provide additional information or clarify steps in a more complex task.

For example, Rachel could use a simple sentence like "Clean your room before dinner." This straightforward command is easy for her brother to understand and follow. She could then follow it up with a compound sentence like "Put away your toys, then vacuum the floor." This compound sentence provides more detailed instructions and breaks down the task into smaller, manageable steps for her brother to follow.

By using a combination of simple and compound sentences, Rachel can effectively communicate her message and help her younger brother complete the household task successfully.