News Report
This section of the OSSLT is a reading passage followed by multiple choice questions and a short written response. As with the other reading selections, the multiple choice questions will be of a varied type as seen below.
Question Types
| Vertical Multiple-Choice |
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In this type of question, the possible answers are presented in one vertical column. |
| Drop-Down Menu Multiple Choice |
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In this type of question, the answer choices are presented in a dropdown menu. |
| Multiple-Column Multiple Choice |
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In this type of question, the possible answers are presented in two vertical columns. |
| Drag and Drop |
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This question asks about the main idea of different paragraphs. Drag and drop the ideas into the correct box. |
| Short Written Answer |
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Read the question carefully so that you know how to respond. Note the expected length of answer (100 words). Note the word counter below your answer box.
Use good writing technique. Introduce your topic, provide specific details that come from the reading selection and end with a conclusion.
EQAO markers want specific detailed writing. Do not be vague in your response.
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