Grade 12 · Writing · Challenge
Free Revision and Argument Skills worksheet - version 12
Grade 12 writing practice based on published U.S. learning expectations, with reproducible original variations. This printable version includes 6 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Revision and Argument Skills
Grade 12 · Stretch challenge · 6 questions · Version PG-PCUHT0-HTW7
What should a writer do after finding a source that contradicts the draft?A. Evaluate the source and revise the claim if warranted. B. However, C. Meter data comparing household use across twelve months. D. Synthesize the evidence and explain why the claim matters.
What is the best way to paraphrase a source?A. Later school start times can improve attendance and student alertness. B. Restate the idea fully in new wording and cite the source. C. Meter data comparing household use across twelve months. D. Synthesize the evidence and explain why the claim matters.
Which outline order is clearest for an explanatory essay?A. Claim, background, evidence by category, conclusion. B. Restate the idea fully in new wording and cite the source. C. Meter data comparing household use across twelve months. D. However,
Which evidence best supports a claim about local water use?A. Meter data comparing household use across twelve months. B. Synthesize the evidence and explain why the claim matters. C. Claim, background, evidence by category, conclusion. D. However,
Which thesis is most arguable and specific?A. Later school start times can improve attendance and student alertness. B. Meter data comparing household use across twelve months. C. Restate the idea fully in new wording and cite the source. D. Claim, background, evidence by category, conclusion.
Which transition best signals a counterclaim?A. Synthesize the evidence and explain why the claim matters. B. Restate the idea fully in new wording and cite the source. C. However, D. Evaluate the source and revise the claim if warranted.
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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- What should a writer do after finding a source that contradicts the draft?Evaluate the source and revise the claim if warranted.
- What is the best way to paraphrase a source?Restate the idea fully in new wording and cite the source.
- Which outline order is clearest for an explanatory essay?Claim, background, evidence by category, conclusion.
- Which evidence best supports a claim about local water use?Meter data comparing household use across twelve months.
- Which thesis is most arguable and specific?Later school start times can improve attendance and student alertness.
- Which transition best signals a counterclaim?However,
Worked example
Read the direction, identify the assessed skill, solve or cite evidence, and check the response.
Common mistake
Using a memorized procedure without checking what the question asks.
Helpful hint
Name the standard skill before answering.