6th Grade Writing Quiz #2

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This type of order describes this in an order from beginning to end.
- Narration
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Chronological

About This Quiz

This 6th Grade Writing Quiz #2 assesses various paragraph styles such as reason, definition, description, compare\/contrast, and classification. It evaluates understanding of how these styles support clear and effective writing.

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This paragraph style is used to tell a vivid story and may contain dialogue.
- Narration
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Classification
Correct Answer

A. Narration

Explanation

This paragraph style is used to tell a vivid story and may contain dialogue. It focuses on describing events or experiences in a chronological order, allowing the reader to visualize and engage with the story. The use of dialogue helps to bring the characters to life and make the narrative more immersive. This style is commonly found in novels, short stories, and personal anecdotes.

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This paragraph styles explains why the writer feels the way he does.
- Reason
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Classification
Correct Answer

A. Reason

Explanation

The correct answer is "Reason" because the paragraph is providing an explanation for why the writer feels a certain way. It is likely presenting logical arguments or evidence to support the writer's perspective.

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This type of order describes this in an order from front to back, top to bottom, one side to the other side.
- Narration
- Compare/Contrast
- Spatial
- Description
Correct Answer

A. Spatial

Explanation

Spatial order refers to organizing information or describing something based on its physical location or arrangement in space. In this type of order, the information is presented in a way that allows the reader or listener to visualize the object or scene being described. It follows a specific pattern, starting from one side and moving systematically to the other side, or from front to back and top to bottom. This type of order is commonly used in descriptive writing, such as describing the layout of a room or the features of a landscape.

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This type of paragraph includes sensory details and particular sounds, smells, and textures.
- Description
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Classification
Correct Answer

A. Description

Explanation

This type of paragraph includes sensory details and particular sounds, smells, and textures. In a descriptive paragraph, the writer aims to create a vivid image in the reader's mind by using sensory language. By incorporating specific details about how something looks, sounds, smells, or feels, the writer allows the reader to experience the subject of the paragraph more fully. This type of paragraph is often used in storytelling or when describing a scene or object in great detail.

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This paragraph styles discusses the advantages and disadvantages of something or the pros and cons of something.
- Description
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Classification
Correct Answer

A. Compare/Contrast

Explanation

The paragraph styles discussed in the question are describing the advantages and disadvantages or the pros and cons of something. This involves comparing and contrasting different aspects or points of view. It aims to present a balanced view by discussing both the positive and negative aspects of the topic. Therefore, the correct answer is "Compare/Contrast."

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This paragraph styles sorts the information into groups.
- Description
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Classification
Correct Answer

A. Classification

Explanation

This paragraph styles organizes the information into different groups based on their similarities or characteristics. It helps in categorizing and sorting the information effectively.

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What type of paragraph would put animals, rocks, or historical time periods into groups to tell about them?
- Reason
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Classification
Correct Answer

A. Classification

Explanation

A classification paragraph is a type of paragraph that groups similar things together based on their shared characteristics. In this case, the paragraph would group animals, rocks, or historical time periods into different categories to provide information about them. This type of paragraph helps organize information and makes it easier for the reader to understand and categorize different subjects.

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This type of paragraph presents a clear picture of the writer's subject, of what he sees.
- Reason
- Description
- Narration
- Definition
Correct Answer

A. Description

Explanation

The given correct answer is "Description." This is because a paragraph that presents a clear picture of the writer's subject, of what he sees, is describing the subject in detail. Description involves providing sensory details, vivid imagery, and specific information to help the reader visualize and understand the subject. It focuses on providing a detailed account or portrayal of the subject, rather than providing an explanation, narration, or definition.

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This paragraph style is a way to support the writer's ideas.
- Reason
- Description
- Narration
- Definition
Correct Answer

A. Reason

Explanation

The correct answer is "Reason" because the paragraph style mentioned is used to provide support for the writer's ideas. It helps to explain the rationale or justification behind the writer's statements or arguments. This style is commonly used in persuasive or argumentative writing to strengthen the writer's position and convince the readers.

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This paragraph uses more than a dictionary to describe something. It may use examples, quotes, and figurative language.
- Reason
- Description
- Narration
- Definition
Correct Answer

A. Definition

Explanation

The correct answer is "Definition" because the paragraph is explaining something by providing a clear definition. It is not using examples, quotes, or figurative language to describe the subject.

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This type of paragraph is the most difficult to write and requires the most planning.
- Reason
- Compare/Contrast
- Definition
- Classification
Correct Answer

A. Compare/Contrast

Explanation

This question is asking for the type of paragraph that is the most difficult to write and requires the most planning. The correct answer is "Compare/Contrast." When writing a compare/contrast paragraph, you need to carefully analyze and compare two or more subjects, highlighting their similarities and differences. This type of paragraph requires thorough planning and organization to effectively present the comparisons and contrasts between the subjects.

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6th Grade Writing Quiz #2

This type of order describes this in an order from beginning to end.

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This paragraph style is used to tell a vivid story and may contain dialogue.

This paragraph styles explains why the writer feels the way he does.

This type of order describes this in an order from front to back, top to bottom, one side to the other side.

This type of paragraph includes sensory details and particular sounds, smells, and textures.

This paragraph styles discusses the advantages and disadvantages of something or the pros and cons of something.

This paragraph styles sorts the information into groups.

What type of paragraph would put animals, rocks, or historical time periods into groups to tell about them?

This type of paragraph presents a clear picture of the writer's subject, of what he sees.

This paragraph style is a way to support the writer's ideas.

This paragraph uses more than a dictionary to describe something. It may use examples, quotes, and figurative language.

This type of paragraph is the most difficult to write and requires the most planning.