Unit Post-Test

Circle the best answer.

1. Which of the following would be the best example of persuasive writing?

a. a presidential Inauguration speech

b. a stock owners’ annual report

c. a toast honoring a retiree

d. a research report

e. a campaign speech
 

2. Submitting writing to be scrutinized by fellow writers for the purpose of improving it is called
 
a. a brainstorming session.
 
b. a fact finding mission.

c. a peer review.

d. a group therapy session.

e. a writers’ workshop.
 

3. To lobby others to vote in favor of a particular amendment, bill, or law, the best writing style would probably be

a. creative writing.

b. persuasive writing.

c. expository writing.

d. journal writing.

e. narrative writing.
 

4. Considering one’s audience, mentioning the opposing point of view, building up to an exciting conclusion, appealing to the emotions, and supporting ones position in a logical and clear manner are all examples found in effective

a. creative writing.

b. persuasive writing.

c. expository writing.

d. journal writing.

e. narrative writing.
 

5. The best place to write one’s personal reflections on the meaning and significance of an event is

a. a notebook or loose leaf notepad.

b. a diary.

c. a calendar.

d. a journal.

e.  a photo album.
 

6. Which of the following should be of least concern to a writer who is attempting to influence his/her audience?

a. the organization and development of his/her thoughts and ideas

b. spelling and grammar

c. a logical and sequential explanation of his/her position on the issues

d. whether or not everyone will react favorably to his/her point of view

e.  a captivating conclusion
 

7. Persuasive writing at its best concludes with

a. a detailed plan of action.

b. a derogatory remark about other alternatives.

c. a brief summary of all that has been written.

d. a listing of multiple options.

e. a motivating challenge.
 

8. A newspaper article should not include

a. the writer’s personal opinion.

b. direct quotes from those being interviewed.

c.  just the facts of the story.
 
d. a headline that summarizes the story.

e. a lead sentence or paragraph that “grabs” the reader’s attention.
 

9. If a writer was not interested in whether someone reads his/her writing, he or she would most likely be attracted to

a. creative writing.

b. persuasive writing.

c. expository writing.

d. journal writing.
 
e. narrative writing.