Which is pretty close. But for those who want to know exactly what students were asked to write about, the state Department of Education has released the questions. In a written statement, Education Commissioner David P. Driscoll said, ''The questions are written broadly so that they are accessible to all students. Students face additional Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System testing next month, from May 14 to May 25, with test sessions lasting on average less than an hour. Choose ONE person who has made a big difference in your life.
Age has a funny way of making changes.
It is probably easy for you to look back and see that you and your friends have made some major changes since you left the elementary grades. Your teachers and friends may be different, your school may be different, and some of your interests are probably different. Some people suggest that there should be a law requiring a person under the age of 16 to wear a helmet while engaging in any of these activities. Your class has been assigned to write an essay for the state legislature. Give at least two reasons to support your position.