Essay Writing Quiz - CBSE Class 6 English

Free practice quiz: Essay Writing (CBSE Class 6 English). 22 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 6 English practice quiz has 22 multiple-choice questions on Essay Writing, and 22 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is an essay?

   1. A short story
   2. A formal piece of writing
   3. A poem
   4. A letter
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   Answer: B. A formal piece of writing

   An essay is a formal piece of writing used to express ideas or arguments.

2. What does the body of an essay contain?

   1. The main arguments and details
   2. The conclusion
   3. The introduction
   4. The references
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   Answer: A. The main arguments and details

   The body of an essay contains the main arguments and supporting details.

3. What is a descriptive essay focused on?

   1. Telling a story
   2. Describing a person, place, or event
   3. Arguing a point
   4. Exposing a problem
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   Answer: B. Describing a person, place, or event

   A descriptive essay aims to paint a vivid picture and engage the senses of the reader.

4. What can you do to improve your essay's clarity?

   1. Use complex sentences
   2. Avoid using examples
   3. Revise and edit
   4. Write hastily
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   Answer: C. Revise and edit

   Revising and editing can help clarify the ideas in your essay and correct mistakes.

5. What should you include in the revision stage of essay writing?

   1. Corrections and improvements
   2. Only proofreading
   3. Starting a new essay
   4. None of the above
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   Answer: A. Corrections and improvements

   During the revision stage, you should focus on making corrections and improvements to strengthen the essay.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which part of an essay introduces the main topic?
2. What is the purpose of a thesis statement?
3. Which of the following is a suitable topic for an essay?
4. What is a conclusion in an essay?
5. What is the importance of using transitions in an essay?
6. Which of the following is an effective way to start an essay?
7. What is the first step in the essay writing process?
8. What is a persuasive essay trying to achieve?
9. What is one characteristic of a well-written essay?
10. Which is a common mistake in essay writing?
11. What is a hook in writing?
12. Why is it important to tailor your essay for your audience?
13. What is critical thinking in essay writing?
14. In essay writing, what is plagiarism?
15. How can one improve writing skills for essay writing?
16. If a box costs $10 and you buy 7 boxes, how much do you spend?
17. A farmer has 15 apples and gives away 3 apples each to 5 friends. How many apples does he have left?

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