HiSET: Language Arts - Writing

HiSET: Language Arts - Writing focuses on developing essential writing skills needed for effective communication and academic success.

Sentence Structure and GrammarParagraph OrganizationWriting Clear Thesis Statements
Essay Structure and DevelopmentRevising and EditingDifferent Types of Writing: Narrative, Persuasive, Expository
Writing for Work and Everyday LifeCommunicating Effectively OnlineExpressing Opinions and Giving Feedback
Time Management for the Writing TestAnswering Multiple-Choice Questions Effectively
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Study Strategies

Answering Multiple-Choice Questions Effectively

Mastering Multiple-Choice

The writing test includes multiple-choice questions on grammar and usage.

  • Read the whole question and all answer choices.
  • Eliminate choices you know are wrong.
  • Look for clues in the question or passage.
  • If you’re unsure, make your best guess—never leave a blank!

Why It Helps

Smart guessing and process of elimination can boost your score.

Examples

  • Crossing out answers that don’t match subject-verb agreement.

  • Choosing the answer that best fixes the error in a sentence.