Name: _________________
Rules for Answering Questions
1. Read each question carefully.
 Look for keywords (question words, verbs, numbers, etc.) highlight them
 Check to see if the question is asking for more than one answer.
2. Always answer in complete statements.
 Use correct punctuation.
 Use capitals at the beginning of sentences, punctuation at the end.
 I should not need to see the question to understand your sentence.
3. Do not begin answers with:
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yes / no
because (Also never “Yes, because” or “No, because”)
that
then
so
4. To start your answer, restate the question.
 Who is the new guy? —> The new guy is Jerry.
5. Use actual names for people and objects.
Avoid:
 he / she/ they
 it / thing / stuff
6. Offer opinions worth giving.
 Back-up your opinions with 1-3 facts, examples, or explanations.
Part A: Rewrite these questions as statements and leave dots “….” to show where
you would put your answer IF you had to (which you don’t).
Example: What does the color red mean when driving? When driving, red means…
1. What is your favourite thing to do?
2. Who is your hero?
3. What do you like to read?
4. Who is the most important person in your life?
5. Where did you get your new shirt?
ELA
Ms. Collison
Part B: Now, rewrite these questions as complete statements, answer the
question, and back your opinion up. (3 steps)
6. Are dogs or cats better?
7. Is it ever okay to tell a lie?
8. Should school internet have a filter?
9. Are grade nine classes too easy?
10. Should minors be allowed to legally drop-out of school?
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ELA
Did you get the BONUS mark?
Ms. Collison