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1
The writer who studies his or her audience is more likely to do the following:
eliminate the thesis altogether
stick with his or her initial thesis statement
revise the thesis
2
Identify the function of the bold word. A cult is a religion
with
no political power.
conjunction
interjection
preposition
3
When incorporating a summary of an article into a paper you are writing, you should...
balance what the original author says with your own focus
mainly offer your own views on the article's topic
4
Which of the following bold words is being used as a noun? The
sad
truth is that
excellence
makes people
nervous
.
excellence
sad
nervous
5
When a compound subject is connected by "or" or "nor," the verb should agree in number with the first of the subject.
True
False
6
Which of the following is a reason to use an action verb in place of a linking verb?
to correct a clarity problem
to avoid dull or wordy sentences
to link a subject to a noun that renames it
7
Which sentence avoids sexist language in the best way?
Good football players take their workouts seriously.
A doctor should treat his or her patients with respect.
Anoyone with a legal complaint should see his lawyer.
8
The authors of
They Say/I Say
compare the way you should use quotations in your paper to a...
class period
three-course meal
sandwich
car accident
9
As you revise, there is no need to reconsider the title of your paper.
True
False
10
Which uses jargon and is, therefore, less effective than the other?
To improve his condition, John took Nyquil.
To ameliorate his condition, John took Nyquil.
11
In an argument essay, the thesis should be...
simple
debatable
general
factual
12
The subject and verb in the following sentence are in agreement: The girls usually stores their gear in the lockers.
False
True
13
Revision is one of the ____________ important states of the writing process.
least
most
14
Good summary is true to what author but also emphasizes aspects of what author says that interests u for ur own focus
False
True
15
What is the verb? The road to ruin is always kept in good repair.
is
is kept
16
Which of the following bold words is being used as a noun?
Figures
don't
lie
, but liars
figure.
lie
figures
figure
17
Identify the sentence that clearly states its meaning.
Having seen enough, requested a search warrant.
Having seen enough, I requested a search warrant.
Having seen enough, the warrant was requested.
Having seen enough, a search warrant was requested.
18
When you edit, it is good to ...
read the body paragraphs first
look for one kind of error at a time
check for all types of errors at once
19
A paper with the thesis "How computers have changed over time" is persuasive.
False
True
20
Which bold words used as a pro or pro functioning as adj? Fail 2 remember the
past
& you will
be
condemned 2 repeat
it
be
past
it
21
Which of the following illustrates the correct use of a pronoun?
Because of my savings account, I have more money than he.
Because of my savings account, I have more money than him.
22
Use
well
for someone's health or after an action verb.
True
False
23
The authors of
They Say/I Say
say that you ____ simply assume that your readers will see why your argument is important.
should not
should
24
Identify the option that describes one purpose of an argument essay.
to tell someone how to do something
to convince someone to think or feel a certain way
to recount a story that has a point
to tell someone about the results on an event
25
Select the most likely thesis sentence for an argument essay.
Large SUVs consume more gas than compact cars.
Fuel efficiency is important for environmentally conscious drivers.
Large SUVs should be restricted to military use only.
Any of these might be a good thesis.
26
According to authors, MLK Jr.'s defense of political protest could be summarized as a plea 4 everyone 2 "just get along"
True
False
27
Which verb is best when introducing a quotation that expresses disagreement?
admires
recommends
asserts
denies
28
According to the authors, which is the most important template?
This is not to say that ___________________.
They say _________________; I say ______________.
On one hand, _____________. On the other hand ______________.
I agree that _____________________.
29
What part of speech is in bold? The strawberry pie on the counter smells
delicious
.
adjective
pronoun
adverb
noun
30
Is it acceptable to use the computer's grammar checker?
Yes, it's all you need to proofread your work.
No, this will be considered cheating.
Yes, it's a good proofreading tool, but it isn't foolproof.
31
What do you do when you edit?
check for content and form
Check for correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization
check correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, content, form
32
Chapter 8, "As a Result," focuses on ________________ your sentences and ideas.
explaining
clarifying
connnecting
33
In your essays, surround every major quotation w/ a frame to explain whose words they are, what it means, how it relates
False
True
34
Quoting someone else's words _____________ to your summary.
adds credibility
removes credibility
35
Which of the following templates introduces a "standard view"?
Many people assume that ________________.
I've always believed that __________________.
One implication of X's treatment of _____________ is that _________________
36
Which of the following sentences is more concise?
We often visit the restaurant, which is known for its delicious steaks.
This paper argues against coal as an energy source.
37
Asking the "so what?" helps the reader examine the importance of the text's main idea.
False
True
38
Finding common ground is one guideline for writing an argument or persuasive essay. What does
common ground
mean?
the major points of disagreement
points on which two opponents can agree
rules for arguing a position
39
A group of words that is missing a subject and a verb is classified as a fragment.
True
False
40
When you're quoting a source, you'll want to copy the source's words exactly but its not necessary to use source's punct
True
False
41
Which sentence uses verbs more effectively?
The city was powered by the energy harnessed by the windmills.
The windmills harnessed enough energy to power the city.
42
A synthesis is simply a series of summaries of the things you read as you researched.
True
False
43
Which of the following illustrates the correct use of a pronoun?
People shouldn't complain about the government if they don't vote.
A person shouldn't complain about the government if they don't vote.
44
An effective argument...
is based on solid evidence
gives your opinions
expresses your feelings
45
Collective nouns are singular when they refer to a group that is acting as a single unit.
True
False
46
Which template is
NOT
appropriate for introducing a quotation?
X agrees when she writes, ___________________
X states, _________________
According to X, _______________________
My point here is that _________________.
47
If you want to add text that's supplemental or an afterthought, which mark of punctuation should you use?
ellipses
parentheses
dashes
brackets
48
Email messages to a college instructor or employer don't need to be more formal than those to friends and family.
False
True
49
Identify the sentence that clearly states its meaning.
The lilac tree in the front yard bloomed and weather.
The lilac tree in the front yard bloomed when the weather turned warm.
The lilac bloomed when the weather turned warm in the front yard.
The lilac tree and front yard bloomed and weather.
50
Which of the following is a transition that indicates elaboration?
To summarize,
In other words,
By contrast,
51
Even when presenting your own claims, you should keep returning to what "they say."
True
False
52
Your analysis of a text focuses on
what
the text says.
False
True
53
Transitions have very specific meanings, so...
use them logically
define them for readers before using them
avoid using more than two in a paragraph
54
Pronouns not only link sentences in a paragraph but also...
make your writing choppy
make your ideas more interesting
help you avoid repeating proper names too often
55
Identify the correct sentence.
Following the accident, I knew that I surely was on my side of the road.
Following the accident, I knew that I sure was on my side of the road.
56
Exploring a topic through freewriting, journaling, clustering, or brainstorming is a vital step in the revision process.
True
False
57
According to
They Say/I Say
chapter 1, it __________ a good idea to present your argument as part of some larger convo.
is not
is
58
Which strategy is better?
starting each of your sentences with a new thought
writing sentences that grow out of/extend thought of the previous sentence
59
Writer's are more likely to persuade their audience to agree with a position if they...
completely ignore opposing arguments
admit that there are opposing arguments and answer them
write one essay for each point of view
aruge for two opposing arguments in their essay
60
Which has correct subject/verb agreement?
Where was Buster's collar and leash?
Where is Buster's collar and leash?
Where are Buster's collar and leash?
Where be Buster's collar and leash?
61
Which of the following illustrates the correct use of a pronoun?
Between you and me, Millie ought not to wear those shoes with that dress.
Between you and I, Millie ought not to wear those shoes with that dress.
62
"A quote by Shakespeare says ________" is a good way to introduce a quotation.
True
False
63
Which of the following illustrates the correct use of a pronoun?
The woman with all the luggage really seemed to appreciate you helping her.
The woman with all the luggage really seemed to appreciate your helping her
64
The thesis statement and the topic sentences in the body paragraphs...
must be the same
must be written at the same time
must be related
65
The word
someone
is a noun
True
False
66
The writing process is more manageable when the writer develops the piece of writing in this way:
writing all at one time
breaking the writing project into stages
67
Which revises the comma splice most effectively?
We canceled the picnic since the weather was disappointing.
We canceled the picnic, and the weather was disappointing.
Because we canceled the picnic, the weather was disappointing.
68
Which of the following illustrates the correct use of a pronoun?
To get a summer job, you have to apply early.
For a person to get a summer job, you have to apply early.
69
Which uses correlative conjunctions INCORRECTLY?
I hope to spend my vacation either in Mexico or Hawaii.
I hope either to spend my vacation in Mexico or Hawaii.
I hope to spend my vacation in either Mexico or Hawaii.
70
Which uses a comparison correctly?
We recently discovered that my brother is taller.
The chili cook-off was as much of a success as the brownie-bake off.
Sarah played better than any girl on her volleyball team.
Mr. Eldrich's zucchini are much bigger than Mr. Smith.
71
Which word is an adj or pro used as an adj?
Scoundrels
are
usually sociable.
sociable
scoundrels
usually
72
Purpose in writing an explanatory essay isnt 2 argue a particular point, but present facts in a reasonably objective ma
True
False
73
Each body paragraph...
should discuss no more than one idea
should discuss only one idea
should discuss no more than three ideas
74
If your writing has coherence, it ...
reads smoothly and clearly shows how ideas are connected
clearly shows how ideas are connected
is smooth, not choppy
75
After a tutoring program was instituted at City College, our __________________ chemistry scores went up.
students'
student's
76
Which of the following sentences makes correct use of idioms?
The beagle is different from his cousin the basset hound.
The beagle is different than his cousin the basset hound.
77
Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs.
False
True
78
Using the word "also" is an example of which strategy discussed in this chapter?
adding pointing words
developing a set of key terms for your text
using transitions
repeating yourself, but with a difference
79
Identify the correct sentence.
I couldn't hardly hear her.
I couldn't not hear her.
I could hardly hear her.
80
Which uses an active verb?
The lad was stripped of timber.n
The settlers stripped the land of its timber.
81
Which of the following is a transition that communicates cause and effect?
To be sure,
In sum,
along the same lines,
Consequently,
82
Which activity helps you identify the main points and major parts of the text?
outlining
conversing
annotating
83
Which answer choice completely explains what persuasive/argumentative essays rely on?
clearly stated claim or assertion
awareness of audience
convincing support
awareness of audience, clearly stated claim, and convincing support
84
Annotating a text includes writing questions and observations about the content.
True
False
85
Which has correct subject/verb agreement?
The photos from graduation are in that envelope.
The photos from graduation is in that envelope.
The photos from graduation is going to be in that envelope.
The photos from graduation was in that envelope.
86
Which of the following help writers achieve coherence?
transitions, synonyms, repeated words, and pronouns
transitions and synonyms
repeated words and pronouns
87
One of the best places for writers to find words to express their exact meaning is a dictionary or thesaurus.
True
False
88
The puppy's favorite activity was chasing _____________ tail.
it's
its
89
One way to organize a comparison and contrast essay is....
general to specific
chronologically
alternating format
90
At what point in the drafting process should a working thesis statement be written?
before writing the body paragraphs
thesis statements aren't always necessary
as you think of it
after the draft is finished
91
Repeating ideas is good way 2 connect parts of argument, as long as you do so in a way that avoids sounding monotonous
True
False
92
When should revision be done?
during the drafting process
once at the end
after drafting
after editing
93
When we contrast we look for...
differences
highs and lows
similarities
94
When editing, check each sentence to make sure...
pronouns agree with nouns
some adjectives and adverbs are included
it is not too loing
95
It's acceptable to separate two independent clauses with a colon or a dash.
False
True
96
When prepositional phrases come between the subject and the verb, the verb agrees with the object of the preposition.
True
False
97
Which verb is best when introducing a quotation that expresses agreement?
endorses
reminds us
pleads
contends
98
Identify the fragment
She sent chocolates. And a big bouquet of flowers.
She sent chocolates, and she also sent a big bouquet of flowers.
She sent chocolates and a big bouquet of flowers.
She sent chocolates. She also sent a big bouquet of flowers.
