Take our Free TSI Writing Practice Test (2023)
Last updated 12/2022
The TSI Assessment (TSIA) is a college readiness assessment that is part of the Texas Success Initiative program. This program seeks to measure if candidates are ready to enter directly into college-level subjects, in the areas of writing, reading, and math.
Take a look at our free TSI writing practice test. We created our TSI writing questions to be in keeping with the questions that feature on the Texas Success Initiative Assessment. Take our free TSI writing practice test today and find out what your writing strengths and weaknesses are.
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Question 1 of 15
1. Question
Which of the following sentences is/are properly punctuated?
1. Have you been doing your research? Clearly, that is wrong.
2. The people have spoken! Contestant #1 is our winner?
3. Do not open the window, The mosquitoes might come in.
4. How was your appointment? Did they like your presentation!CorrectIncorrect -
Question 2 of 15
2. Question
Which of the following sentences is/are properly punctuated?
1. I hope you’re feeling better. Your mother is so excited to see you,
2. Did anyone see Billy! He’s been missing for quite a while now!
3. Come on, then. Give it a try!
4. We will be home in a few minutes. Is dinner ready?CorrectIncorrect -
Question 3 of 15
3. Question
Which of the following sentences is/are properly punctuated?
1. He wasn’t quite trained for the job, but he still went for it.
2. Someday, we’ll be able to reach the mountain’s peak.
3. The trucks were loaded with boxes and other things my dad refused to throw away.
4. Her sister’s clothes suited her perfectly.CorrectIncorrect -
Question 4 of 15
4. Question
Which of the following sentences is/are improperly punctuated?
1. However: she declined the job offer, mainly because the site was too far away.
2. The clock says it’s 12:30.
3. A 1:3 vinegar-water mixture should do the trick.
4. The recipe calls for the following main ingredients: eggs, ground pork, and potatoes.CorrectIncorrect -
Question 5 of 15
5. Question
Which of the following sentences is/are improperly punctuated?
1. I’m looking forward to the day when they will finally accept us.
2. Hover your mouse over to the photo, and tell me what you see.
3. It’s way past midnight and he still isn’t home.
4. These handcrafted wall displays are well worth my money;CorrectIncorrect -
Question 6 of 15
6. Question
Select the correctly spelled term.
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Question 7 of 15
7. Question
Select the correctly spelled term.
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Question 8 of 15
8. Question
Select the correctly spelled term.
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Question 9 of 15
9. Question
Select the correctly spelled term.
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Question 10 of 15
10. Question
Select the correctly spelled term.
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Question 11 of 15
11. Question
Fill in the blanks with the correct answer(s).
“The most ____ part of the field trip is when we ____ get to the zoo.”CorrectIncorrect -
Question 12 of 15
12. Question
Fill in the blanks with the correct answer(s).
“One must keep in mind that wants differ from needs in a way that it is a ____, and not a ____.”CorrectIncorrect -
Question 13 of 15
13. Question
Fill in the blanks with the correct answer(s).
“These top-class restaurants usually come with ____ fees, so you’ll actually ____ more than what the menu states.”CorrectIncorrect -
Question 14 of 15
14. Question
Fill in the blanks with the correct answer(s).
“The test results just came in. It just proved our ____ to be true! The plant can really treat certain _____ infections.”CorrectIncorrect -
Question 15 of 15
15. Question
Fill in the blanks with the correct answer(s).
“Is anyone here willing to ____ to the children’s fund? Any ____ will do, and rest assured that your money will be used to send the kids to school.”CorrectIncorrect
All Information about the TSI Assessment in Writing
The TSI Assessment in writing has a multiple-choice section and an essay part.
The multiple-choice section
The multiple-choice section on the TSI Assessment in writing is designed to assess your skill level in relation to the four topics seen below. There are about 20 questions on the TSI placement test and 10-12 questions in each section of the TSI diagnostic test.
- Essay Revision measures your ability to demonstrate coherence, organization, and correct word selection. It also assesses your ability to use rhetorical methods well and to use evidence.
- Agreement looks at how well you use subject-verb agreement and pronoun agreement. It also tests your capacity to use verb tenses.
- Sentence Structure measures your knowledge of subjects including run-on sentences and comma splices; fragments and parallelism; improper punctuation; and coordination and subordination.
- Sentence Logic measures your ability to correctly use modifying clauses and phrases and looks at how well you use transitions.
Essay Section
In this section, you may be asked to construct a five-paragraph (250-500 words essay), which adopts the persuasive form. You may be told to write on a current or controversial topic or issue. You will need to clearly put forward your main idea and give specific examples to back up this main idea. You will also need to make sure you stick to the conventions of standard English. You will not be allowed to use resources such as a dictionary. You can, however, use plain scratch paper to draft and/or plan out your essay.
About Prepterminal’s TSI Prep Course
If you want to prove to others and to yourself that you are ready to enter directly into college-level courses you’ll need to ace your TSI exam. And, the best way to do this is by preparing for your exam beforehand using Prepterminal’s practice materials. Check out our free TSI guide, with an extensive overview of the TSI exam. And, why not try out our other TSI practice tests, including our math quiz, and reading quiz.
At Prepterminal, we have also carefully developed a total online TSI Prep Course to help you maximize your TSI test score. This Prep Course will give you all the information you require to ace your TSI exam. Our Prep Course features both video and written course modules to make sure that you remain engaged while you study. Prepare for your test with ease with Prepterminal.
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