World’s #1 Quiz Software

100k+ Quizzes, 50 Million+ Quiz Takers

Essay Quiz Types You Can Create

  • Expository Essay Quiz

    Clear, factual writing to explain a process or concept.

    • tick Created with Sketch. Describe the causes of the American Revolution in 250 words.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Explain how climate change is affecting urban life.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Describe the steps in launching a small business.
  • Argumentative Essay Quiz

    Take a stance and support it with strong reasoning.

    • tick Created with Sketch. Should college tuition be free for all students?
    • tick Created with Sketch. Is remote work more effective than office work?
    • tick Created with Sketch. Should AI tools be allowed in academic writing?
  • Narrative Essay Quiz

    Tell a personal story with detail and emotion.

    • tick Created with Sketch. Write about a time you resolved a team conflict.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Describe a moment when you overcame a major challenge.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Share a story about adapting to a new environment.
  • Descriptive Essay Quiz

    Use sensory language to create a vivid picture.

    • tick Created with Sketch. Describe your ideal learning environment.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Paint a picture of a stressful but rewarding project.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Describe your first day at a new job or internship.
  • Analytical Essay Quiz

    Break down and evaluate components of a subject.

    • tick Created with Sketch. Watch the clip and analyze the use of camera techniques.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Analyze the impact of social media on professional networking.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Analyze how branding influences consumer decisions.
  • Persuasive Essay Quiz

    Convince the reader to agree with your viewpoint.

    • tick Created with Sketch. Why should your company implement a four-day workweek?
    • tick Created with Sketch. Convince your college to offer more mental health resources.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Persuade your manager to invest in upskilling employees.
  • Compare and Contrast Essay Quiz

    Highlight similarities and differences between two subjects.

    • tick Created with Sketch. Compare leadership and management styles.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Compare online and in-person learning experiences.
    • tick Created with Sketch. Contrast working individually vs. in a team.
Expository Essay Quiz arrow

Clear, factual writing to explain a process or concept.

  • tick Created with Sketch. Describe the causes of the American Revolution in 250 words.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Explain how climate change is affecting urban life.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Describe the steps in launching a small business.
Argumentative Essay Quiz arrow

Take a stance and support it with strong reasoning.

  • tick Created with Sketch. Should college tuition be free for all students?
  • tick Created with Sketch. Is remote work more effective than office work?
  • tick Created with Sketch. Should AI tools be allowed in academic writing?
Narrative Essay Quiz arrow

Tell a personal story with detail and emotion.

  • tick Created with Sketch. Write about a time you resolved a team conflict.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Describe a moment when you overcame a major challenge.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Share a story about adapting to a new environment.
Narrative Essay Quiz
Descriptive Essay Quiz arrow

Use sensory language to create a vivid picture.

  • tick Created with Sketch. Describe your ideal learning environment.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Paint a picture of a stressful but rewarding project.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Describe your first day at a new job or internship.
Descriptive Essay Quiz
Analytical Essay Quiz arrow

Break down and evaluate components of a subject.

  • tick Created with Sketch. Watch the clip and analyze the use of camera techniques.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Analyze the impact of social media on professional networking.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Analyze how branding influences consumer decisions.
Analytical Essay Quiz
Persuasive Essay Quiz arrow

Convince the reader to agree with your viewpoint.

  • tick Created with Sketch. Why should your company implement a four-day workweek?
  • tick Created with Sketch. Convince your college to offer more mental health resources.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Persuade your manager to invest in upskilling employees.
Persuasive Essay Quiz
Compare and Contrast Essay Quiz arrow

Highlight similarities and differences between two subjects.

  • tick Created with Sketch. Compare leadership and management styles.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Compare online and in-person learning experiences.
  • tick Created with Sketch. Contrast working individually vs. in a team.
compare
How to Create an Essay Test Online
  • Step 1: Add Essay Questions

    Create questions manually, using AI, or add them from a question bank. If needed, add an image, video, or audio clip.

  • Step 2: Set Rules & Instructions

    Define word limits, provide clear writing guidelines, and set timers to manage pacing and maintain focus.

  • Step 3: Add Rubrics for Grading

    Create custom rubrics to ensure consistent, transparent scoring based on defined evaluation criteria.

  • Step 4: Review, Customize & Share

    Preview the test, enable proctoring & anti-cheating settings—then share it with your learners as a secure link.

How to Grade Essay Questions
  • Create Custom Rubrics

    Set up your own rubrics by adding criteria and performance levels for essay questions. Ensure fair and consistent grading.

  • Manual Grading

    Review each answer, assign a score based on the total points available, and add feedback to explain the score or guide improvement.

  • AI Grading

    Let AI assess responses using your rubric. You can review the suggested score and feedback, then make edits before finalizing.

  • Award Bonus Points

    Give extra credit by adding bonus points to a learner’s score directly from the quiz report.

Everything You Need to Create Essay Tests

Rich Text Editor

Enable test takers to format and organize responses.

Speech-to-Text

Allow spoken responses for accessibility and faster input.

Apply scoring guidelines to ensure consistent grading.

File Upload

Let learners submit longer essays by uploading a doc.

 Feedback

Provide feedback on answers via text, audio, or video.

Add Media

Add images, videos, links, or docs for analytical questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I create an essay-only test?

Yes! You can add as many essay questions as you like to design a fully essay-based test.

Can I grade the essays manually?

Yes. You can assign points, add comments, and provide personalized feedback for each answer in the form of audio, video, or text.

Can I use ProProfs for writing practice?

Absolutely. It's perfect for writing exercises, homework, or formal essay assessments.

Is this available in the free plan?

Yes! You can add up to 12 questions with the free version. Paid offers unlimited questions and advanced features.

Sign Up Free
Live Support