Entry Exam Category: Graduate & Professional Program Admission Exams
Course: Praxis
Exam: Praxis Reading Language Arts 5002 Practice Test
Practice Question
Extract
The following is a student's response to a prompt about E.B. White's novel Charlotte's Web . I think that Fern and Avery feel excited to roam the fair alone. Also, I think that the adults feel worried that the kids are alone in a big fair. In the story, it said, "And if you get on those swings," said Mrs. Arable, "You hang on tight. You hang on very tight, you hear?' And don't get lost,' said Mrs. Zuckerman, 'And don't get dirty.'" This shows that the adults are fretting over the kids, and acting very worried. Also, in the story, it said, "'Can I have some money?' asked Fern. 'Can I too?' asked Avery, 'Can I have a balloon?'" This shows that the kids are excited to go and roam the fair. In conclusion, Fern and Avery are excited to go to the fair, and the adults are worried about the kids.
Which of the following teacher recommendations will best help the student to strengthen the essay?
Answer Choices
- A: Add evidence from the text.
- B: Focus the argument on one topic.
- C: State the argument in the first sentence.
- D: Write a conclusion sentence that restates the main idea.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Focusing on one topic (children's excitement or adults' worry) improves coherence, as the essay splits focus. Evidence is already provided, the argument is stated early, and the conclusion restates the main idea, making B the best recommendation.