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Writing Prompts

Grade 5 · Building confidence · 6 questions · Version PG-1N9NWGQ-1LM8

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1.Compare two ecosystems and their adaptations.
2.Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.
3.Explain how an author builds suspense.
4.Write an editorial proposing a community improvement.
5.Explain a scientific process using an analogy.
6.Argue whether homework should have a weekly time limit.

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Compare two ecosystems and their adaptations.Answers will vary.
  2. Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.Answers will vary.
  3. Explain how an author builds suspense.Answers will vary.
  4. Write an editorial proposing a community improvement.Answers will vary.
  5. Explain a scientific process using an analogy.Answers will vary.
  6. Argue whether homework should have a weekly time limit.Answers will vary.

Worked example

Plan a beginning, supporting details, and a clear ending.

Common mistake

Starting before deciding the main idea.

Helpful hint

Jot down three details before writing.