English 10 Pre-ECA Review!

Kim had pen pals in Tokoyo, Japan, Paris, France, and Toledo, Spain. [Correct?]

Once you have made your claim in your introduction, the next paragraph should contain clear___.

Sometimes it is okay to bring up new points in an essay summary.

________________links your evidence to your claim.

An essay about the needs of a city should be written in ____________________.

Upon finishing your essay, it is a good idea to proofread for spelling, grammar, and content.

A good reason why others may disagree with your point of view is known as a(n)_______.

Instead of remodeling the old garage, we decided to go ahead and raze it.  Raze means____.

The big game is tomorrow; I'm mentally prepared.  [Is this grammatically correct?]

One thing that will really help you Tuesday is __________________.

Make sure you use your ___________when taking the ECA.

"The ECA test took 13 hours!" This is an example of ______________.

It is important that everyone is on time to school on Tuesday.

"My pencil wept for joy at the conclusion of the ECA test."  This is an example of ________.

In grammar the fewest amount of words that make sense is usually the correct wording.

Everyone needs to "hit a home run" on the ECA test.  This is an example of a(n)__________.

"A fly kept going 'buzz, buzz, buzz' while I was writing my essay."  This is an example of __.

A written essay title must be underlined.

David prefers classical music, I prefer blues.  [Is this grammatically correct?]

Eating breakfast is incredibly important on the day of the ECA.

If the instructions call for a personal experience, it is okay to write in first person. 

When writing your ECA essay, it is important to remember your audience.

It is okay to begin an essay conclusion with "in conclusion".

The orchestra stopped playing, the dancers sat down.  [Is this grammatically correct?]

Which thesis is the best choice?

Be at school at 730A.M. Tuesday.  Is this grammatically correct?

Dear Mr. Smith:  I am interested in the job opening at your company.  [Is this correct?]

That little extra effort one puts toward the ECA may make all the difference on Tuesday.

Being a pacifist, my uncle decided against enlisting in the military.  A pacifist _______.

It is an good idea to get a good night's sleep the night before the ECA.