Which sentence is correct?

Words are powerful; they are one of our only windows to others' thoughts.

Identify which sentence is incorrect:

The drive-thru was crowded, so Mr. Garcia walks in to place his order.

What is true about independent clauses?

An independent clause can be a complete sentence.

Which of the following is a dependent clause?

Because the cockroach in the cabinet was looking at me.

Which sentence is correct?

I should be able to write sentences in which the subject and verb agree.

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English Composition Skills NOV2021

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complete sentences tense consistency Subject/verb agreement Correct punctuation figurative language, rhetorical appeals

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1
Several great thinkers ranging from Adam Smith to Foucalt have recognized the power that employers have over workers.
pathos, probably
probably logos
probably ethos
2
Which sentence is correct?
How does inspiration, work?
Words are powerful; they are one of our only windows to others' thoughts.
Carl Sagan made contributions. To science and pop culture.
Twenty, then, thirty hens darted, across the road.
3
Come forward, you who are downtrodden. Come together, those of you on whose backs this nation has been built. Rise up!
probably an example of ethos
probably an example of logos
Probably an example of pathos
4
Which of the following is NOT a complete sentence?
Overall, forty.
Several potted plants lined the hallway.
Writing is an iterative process.
Underneath the layers of sand, the locket was buried in its box.
5
Identify which sentence is incorrect:
When water leaks from the classroom cieling, Mr. Garcia becomes irritated.
The drive-thru was crowded, so Mr. Garcia walks in to place his order.
They had many reasons to protest, and they planned their actions carefully.
While the children played outside, some teachers sat in the shade.
6
What is true about independent clauses?
An independent clause cannot be combined with other clauses.
It is possible to write an essay that excludes independent clauses.
An independent clause can be a complete sentence.
An independent clause must always go before other clauses in a sentence.
7
Surveys taken over the last year have shown that thousands of workers are feeling undervalued and exploited at work.
probably pathos
probably logos
probably ethos
8
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
Because the cockroach in the cabinet was looking at me.
Are we done reading the Declaration of Independence, yet?
After the bell rings, I intend to check my text messages.
While I was surprised, I didn't flinch.
9
When reviewing written paragraphs, students should confirm all their sentences include a subject and predicate.
True
False
10
Which sentence is correct?
College in the United States often require students to pay tuition.
I should be able to write sentences in which the subject and verb agree.
Forests is beautiful, complex ecosystems that are full of surprises.
There were twenty-four students, but only twelve desks is available.
11
Complete sentences may include both independent and dependent clauses.
True
False

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