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Writing Prompts

Grade 5 · On-level practice · 6 questions · Version PG-11VZ9PG-1W51

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1.Evaluate whether technology always makes communication better.
2.Design an experiment and explain its variables.
3.Describe a difficult decision and the values involved.
4.Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.
5.Propose a fair classroom rule and defend it.
6.Explain how one invention changed daily life.

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. Evaluate whether technology always makes communication better.Answers will vary.
  2. Design an experiment and explain its variables.Answers will vary.
  3. Describe a difficult decision and the values involved.Answers will vary.
  4. Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.Answers will vary.
  5. Propose a fair classroom rule and defend it.Answers will vary.
  6. Explain how one invention changed daily life.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.