This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Test Prep > Act > Act Writing – Quiz 3 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Act Writing Quiz 3 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. How should evidence be used in the body paragraphs of an ACT essay? A) To introduce new topics. B) To support the thesis with examples and reasoning. C) To confuse the reader. D) To fill space. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To support the thesis with examples and reasoning. 2. Punctuate the transition + quote correctly. A) The manager added, "this only works if there is a human override" . B) The manager added "This only works if there is a human override" . C) The manager added: "This only works if there is a human override" . D) The manager added, "This only works if there is a human override.". Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The manager added, "This only works if there is a human override.". 3. Not counting writing, how many subjects are tested on ACT? A) 3. B) 4. C) 5. D) 2. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 4. 4. Generally speaking, the longer the essay the higher the score. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 5. What type of essay is including on the ACT Writing section? A) Descriptive. B) Argumentative. C) Expository. D) Narrative. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Argumentative. 6. The following are the three most significant study habits A) Eat food over study materials, read to your pet, and have good lighting. B) Study outside, have someone else set up a review, and read aloud. C) Quiet space, good lighting, and study a little bit everyday. D) Loud music, staying up all night, and. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Quiet space, good lighting, and study a little bit everyday. 7. True or False:learning and using test taking strategies can improve your ACT score, making you a more appealing applicant to colleges and universities. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 8. Relevant (adjective) A) Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand (antonym:irrelevant). B) 1. come before (something) in time 2. come before in order or position* (preceding). C) Develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form. D) 1. write or create 2. constitute, make up (composition, composed of). Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand (antonym:irrelevant). 9. How many perspectives are typically provided in an ACT Writing prompt? A) Two. B) Three. C) One. D) Four. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Three. 10. The essay prompt you will be given will require you to construct which type of essay? A) Informative. B) Analysis. C) Explorative. D) Argumentative. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Argumentative. 11. What is the maximum score you can achieve on the ACT Writing Test? A) 6. B) 12. C) 36. D) 24. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 12. 12. What is a common issue with the "Language Use" for essays that demonstrate little or no skill in writing an argumentative essay, according to the rubric? A) The language use is clear and enhances understanding. B) Vocabulary is varied and appropriate for the rhetorical purpose. C) Grammar, usage, and mechanics are often incorrect, and errors are pervasive. D) The writing style is consistent and appropriate for the argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Grammar, usage, and mechanics are often incorrect, and errors are pervasive. 13. What is the primary purpose of the ACT Writing section? A) To test grammar and punctuation skills. B) To evaluate mathematical reasoning. C) To assess writing and argumentative skills. D) To measure scientific knowledge. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To assess writing and argumentative skills. 14. The four categories that the judges use to grade your essay include analysis, development & support, organization, and A) Style. B) Tone. C) Language use. D) Grammar. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Language use. 15. Choose the correctly punctuated complex sentence. A) If a clinic uses AI triage, just to cut staff, patients, may feel ignored. B) A clinic uses AI triage, just to cut staff, patients may feel ignored. C) If a clinic uses AI triage just to cut staff, patients may feel ignored. D) If a clinic uses AI triage just to cut staff patients may feel ignored. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) If a clinic uses AI triage just to cut staff, patients may feel ignored. 16. You should keep your audience in mind as you write. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 17. How many writing prompts will you complete during the ACT? A) 2. B) 1. C) 6. D) 3. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 1. 18. Which transition best signals analysis (not just example)? A) Therefore,. B) For example,. C) First,. D) Finally,. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Therefore,. 19. If it is improperly introduced into the environment, acid-whey runoff can pollute waterways, depleting the oxygen content of streams and rivers as it decomposes. A) No Change. B) Can pollute waterway's,. C) Could have polluted waterways,. D) Has polluted waterway's,. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) No Change. 20. According to the ACT Writing Test Scoring Rubric, what is essential for a score of 6 in the "Ideas and Analysis" category? A) The writer must use clear and consistent language. B) The writer must generate an argument that engages with multiple perspectives on the given issue. C) The writer must provide mostly relevant but basic support for claims. D) The writer must exhibit basic organizational structure. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The writer must generate an argument that engages with multiple perspectives on the given issue. 21. What is the purpose of the ACT Writing Test? A) To test students' knowledge of literature. B) To assess students' ability to write a coherent and persuasive essay. C) To evaluate students' understanding of historical events. D) To measure students' ability to solve complex math problems. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To assess students' ability to write a coherent and persuasive essay. 22. When taking the writing portion of the ACT how many prompts will you be given? A) Three. B) Two. C) One. D) Four. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) One. 23. They can add it to livestock feed as a protein supplement, and people can make their own Greek-style yogurt at home by straining regular yogurt. A) No Change. B) Supplement, while sweet whey is more desirable as a food additive for humans. C) Supplement, which provides an important element of their diet. D) Supplement and convert it into gas to use as fuel in electricity production. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Supplement and convert it into gas to use as fuel in electricity production. 24. Which of the following is an EFFECTIVE thesis? A) English is the best class because I really like it. B) English is the best subject because it is the most fun class and students learn more in that class than any other. C) English is the best class because Mr. Garcia and Ms. Smith teach it. D) I think English is the best class since that is the class which I get to see most of my friends. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) English is the best subject because it is the most fun class and students learn more in that class than any other. 25. Student E had to write a persuasive essay about the effects of television on young kids. Which of the following is an example of a claim the student might make to support their argument? A) "Yu-Gi-Oh!" is the best show on television. B) I enjoy watching television after school. C) Some television shows may have a negative effect on young children. D) Television shows should be more educational for adults. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Some television shows may have a negative effect on young children. 26. What does the brain often fail to recognize when reading quickly? A) The day of the week. B) The title of the article. C) Proper grammatical usage. D) Common themes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Proper grammatical usage. 27. You will have exactly 60 minutes to complete the writing portion of the ACT A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 28. What is the primary focus of the ACT Writing section? A) To test mathematical skills. B) To evaluate reading comprehension. C) To assess writing and argumentative skills. D) To measure scientific reasoning. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To assess writing and argumentative skills. 29. Which of the following is true about crafting a successful ACT Writing essay? A) There is always one correct perspective to choose. B) You should avoid mentioning the given perspectives. C) You should aim for a well-reasoned, well-supported argument. D) You must agree fully with one of the given perspectives. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) You should aim for a well-reasoned, well-supported argument. 30. Your essay prompt will likely include how many viewpoints A) 2. B) 1. C) 4. D) 3. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 3. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesTest Prep QuizzesGrammar QuizzesAct Writing Quiz 1Act Writing Quiz 2Act Writing Quiz 4Act English Commas QuizAct English Complete Sentences QuizAct English Mastering Concision QuizAct English Multiple Choice QuizAct English Practice Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books