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Your general purpose in writing can be to - A. entertain B. inform C. persuade D. all of the above
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D
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Exploring stategies are also known as- A research B. Paragraph development C. prewriting stratigies D. Tone
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C
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When you write without stopping for a set period of time, you are using which exploring stategy? A. Freewriting B. brainstorming C questioning D clustering
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A
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When you write your topic in the middle of the page and draw a box or circle around it, you are using which exploring stategy? A freewriting B brainstorming C questioning D clustering
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D
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When you create a list of ideas, you are using which exploring stategy? A freewriting B brainstorming C questioning D clustering
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B
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When you ask yourself, who, what, when, where, why and how about your topic, you are using which exploring stategy? A freewriting B brainstorming C questioning D clustering
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C
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Which of the following is NOT one of the general purposes for writing? A to enterain B to inform C to persuade D to fulfill an assignment
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D
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Your instructor represents- A a general audience B a specialized audience C neither of the above D Both A and B
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D
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When you brainstorm, you A write for a specified period without stopping B make a list of ideas C draw a word map D ask yourself a series of questions
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B
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When you use questioning as an exploring stategy,you- A ask other people for suggestions for your essay B look for information on the internet C ask yourself a series of questions about your topic D all of the above
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D
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An effective way to practice writing is to- A watch television of ideas B read comic books C study the dictionary D keep a writing journal
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D
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The two steps involved in developing the main idea are- A using exploring techniques to generate ideas and creating an essay plan. B writing a thesis statement and developing the supporting ideas. C developing the supporting ideas and creating an essay plan D creating an essay plan and revising the essay
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A
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The thesis is- A/ the general subject matter of your essay B/ the tone of your essay C/ the main idea that you want to express D/ a controlling idea
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C
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The thesis statement must contain __________ that expresses the writer's opinion, attitude, or feeling about the topic. A/ topic sentence B/ transition C/ conclusion D/ controlling idea
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D
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The ____________ can appear at the beginning or the end of the thesis statement. A/ topic sentence B/ controlling idea C/ transition D/ supporting examples
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B
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The thesis statement must be- A a complete statement B an incomplete statement C identical to the title of your essay D more than one idea
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A
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The thesis statement must be - A/ narrow enough to be supported in a single essay B/ broad enough to be supported in a singe essay C/ be a complete statement D/ all of the above
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D
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Which of the following reflects as effective thesis statement? A/ the thesis statement has more than one key idea B/ the theis statement is an announcement about what the essay will be about C/ the thesis statement should express only one key idea D/ the thesis statement is a incomplete sentence or a phrase
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C
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Which of the following is NOT true about an effective thesis statement? A/ the thesis statement should include a controlling idea B/ the thesis statement should be presented in the form of an announcement C/ the thesis statement must be supportable in the essay D/ the thesis statement should express only on key idea
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B
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A thesis statement that is too broad is one that- A/ is so general that is cannot be handled in just one essay and that will invite endless composition B/ is so focused that it will be difficult to write an entire essay about that single point C/ announces the topic D/ is an incomplete statement
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A thesis statement that is too narrow is one that- A/ is so general that is cannot be handled in just one essay and that will invite endless composition B/ is so focused that it will be difficult to write an entire essay about that single point C/ announces the topic D/ is an incomplete statement
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B
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When you write your thesis statement you should ensure that it is A/ strong B/ interesting C/ supportable D/ all of the above
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D
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When you plan your thesis statement, you should ask yourself if it- A/ contains several key ideas B/ is the easiest possible topic that you can think of C/ Can be supported with at least three points D/ can be expressed as an announcement
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C
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Which of the following steps in NOT part of the process for writing an effective thesis statement? A/ find your topic by using exploring stategies B/ narrow yur topic and decide which point you want to make C/ develop a thesis statement that you can support with specific evidence D/ proofread for errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and mechanics
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D
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Which of the following should be avoided when writing a thesis statement? A/ writing a thesis statement that is too broad B/ choosing a subject that can be supported with specific evidence C/ writing a thesis that is expressed in a complete statement D/ writitng a thesis statement that engages the interest of the reader
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A
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The thesis statement can be compared to the- A/ walls of the house B/ roof of the house C/ foundation of the house D/ windows of the house
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C
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The two key steps in developing the essay plan are to A/ organize your supporting ideas and write a first draft B/ organize your supporting ideas and write an essay plan C/ write an essay plan and develop your main ideas D/ develop your main ideas and write a conclusion
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B
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When you arrange your points accourding to the sequence in which they have occurred, your are using- A/ time order B/ space order C/ emphatic order D/ alphabetic order
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A
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When you arrange your points according to the sequence in which they have occurred, you are using - A/ time order B/ space order C/ emphatic order D/ alphabetic order
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C
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When you describe someone or something from top to bottom or from left to right, you are using- A/ time order B/ space order C/ emphatic order D/ alphabetic order
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B
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Time order can be effective for which of the following types of essays? A/ narrating a story B/ explaining how to do something C/ describing an event D/ all of the above
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D
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Which of the following transitions is most likely to be used for an essay arranged in time order? A/ suddenly B/ nearly C/ the most important D/ moreover
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A
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Which of the following transitions is most likely to be used for an essay arranged in space order? A/ later B/ principally C/ beneath D/ in the beginning
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C
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Which of the following transitions is most likely to be used for an essay arranged in empathic order? A/ after that B/ above all C/ toward D/ meanwhile
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B
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An essay plan is also know as- A/ an outline B/ development C/ revision D/ exploring
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A
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The first step in developing an essay plan is to- A/ add details under each topic sentence B/ write topic sentences that express the main supporting ideas C/ look at the list of ideas that you created while prewrtiting, and identify the ones that most effectively support your thesis statement D/ write your introduction and conclusion
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C
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Is it possible to combine time, space, or emphatic order in an essay? A/ Yes, but only in illustration essays B/ No. Doing so indicates disorganization C/ Yes, In fact, you are likely to use more than one organizational method in an essay D/ No, unless you are writing a research paper
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B or C
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When you review your essay plan, you should ensure that your thesis statement A/ provides only a general idea of your topic. B/ includes all the details and examples you plan to use C/ is organized according to time order D/ expresses the main idea of the essay
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D
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When you review your essay plan, you should ensure that each body paragraph A/ contains a topic sentence B/ is organized according to emphatic order C/ is not related to the topic sentence D/ does not include examples and details
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A
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When you review your essay plan, you should ensure that each topic sentence A/ is not related to the thesis statement B/ is stated in general terms C/ is arranged in emphatic order D/ supports the thesis statement
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D
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When you review your essay plan, you should ensure that each sentence in the body paragraphs A/ are not related to the topic sentence B/ supports its topic sentence C/ are arranged in time order D/ are arranged in emphatic order
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B
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Which of the following steps are NOT part of developing the first draft? A/ write an introduction B/ write complete body paragraphs C/ write a conclusion D/ revise and edit the essay
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D
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The introductory paragraph introduces the subject of your essay and - A/ contains the thesis statement B/ lists all the specific examples you intend to use in the essay C/ includes the essay plan D/ contains a topic sentence
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A
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A strong introduction will - A/ include a general thesis statement B/ capture the reader's attention C/ include a general topic sentence D/ will include the statement "in this essay, I will prove...."
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B
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Using a quotation, a surprising or provocative statement, or a question are all ways of - A/ giving your essay untiy B/ supporting your essay with examples C/ providing transitions between ideas D/ writing an effective lead-in for the introduction
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D
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An anecdote is a A/ short description of a person or a place B/ comparison of two objects or people C/ short story D/ definition of a key term
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C
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Which of the following are considered effective techniques for lead-ins? A/ describe something in vivid detail B/ define a term C/ present a contrasting position D/ all of the above
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D
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Developing a paragraph means to A/ offer vague generalizations B/ repeat your ideas in different ways C/ provide evidence for the topic sentence by including examples, fact, statistics, anecdotes, or quotations D/ ensure that you have proper transitions
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C
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One way to write an effective conclusion is to- A remind your reader of your stongest points B bring up another idea for the reader to consider C repeat the introduction D all of the above
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A
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You can shorten the time that you spend developing the first draft by- A/ making a very detailed essay plan B/ providing only minimal details C/ repeating your points in various ways D/ avoiding specific details and examples
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Another effective way to conclude an essay is to- A/ simple state "these are the reasons..." B/ write "in this essay, I have clearly shown..." C/ link the conclusion to the introduction by continuing an idea from the introduction D/ all of the above
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C
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Which of the following are effective techniques for a conclusion? A/ prediction B/ suggestion C/ call to action D/ all of the above
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D
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The most effective title for your essay A/ is brief, depicts the topic and purpose of the essay, and attracts the reader's attention B/ is chosen before you begin to write the essay C/ contains at least eight words and contains a general idea of the essay's subject D/ contains the thesis statement for the essay as well as the controlling idea
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A
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When you capitalize your essay, you must capitalize A/ the first word of the title B/ all prepositions C/ all articles D/ every (main) word of the title
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D
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When you write your title, you must not capitalize A/ the first word of the title B/ the last word of the title C/ short prepositions and articles D/ nouns
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C
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Which of the following is NOT on the checklist for writing a first draft? A/ Do I have a compelling introduction? B/ Do my body paragraphs support the idea presented in the thesis statement C/ Does my conclusion bring my essay to a satisfactory close? D/ Have I ended my essay with a rhetorical question or introduced a new topic?
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D
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Revising and editing is the ______step in the writing process. A/ first B/ second C/ third D/ final
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D
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When you revise your writing,you - A/ proofread your final draft for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and mechanics B/ modify your writing to make it stronger and more convincing C/ create an essay plan to organize your points D/ use various exploring strategies to get ideas
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B
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When you revise for untiy, you A/ ensure that your details effectively support the main idea B/ verify that your ideas flow smoothly and logically C/ ensure that your sentences are varied and interesting D/ ensure that all parts of your work relate to the main idea
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D
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When you revise for coherence, you A/ determine that your details effectively support the main idea B/ verify that your ideas flow smoothly and logically C/ ensure that your sentences are varied and interesting D/ ensure that all parts of your work relate to the main idea
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B
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When you revise for style, you A/ proofread your work and correct errors in grammar, spelling, mechanics, and punctuation B/ verify that your ideas flow smoothly and logically C/ ensure that your sentences are varied and interesting D/ ensure that all parts of your work relate to the main idea
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C
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When you revise for adequate support, you A/ determine that your details effectively support the main idea B/ verify that your ideas flow smoothly and logically C/ ensure that your sentences are varied and interesting D/ ensure that all parts of your work relate to the main idea
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When you revise for technical errors , you A/ verify that your ideas flow smoothly and logically D/ ensure that your sentences are varied and interesting C/ ensure that all parts of your work relate to the main idea D/ proofread your work and correct errors in grammar, spelling, mechanics, and punctuation
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D
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The term "unity" means that all points in the essay A/ are positive B/ are concise C/ clearly support the thesis D/ all of the above
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C
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When you revise for adequate support, you should be sure that your thesis statement A/ does not reveal the main point of the essay B/ is broad enough to develop several supporting points. C/ is stated at the beginning of each body paragraph D/ does not include a controlling idea
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B
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Circular reasoning means that A/ a paragraph restates its main point, but does not provide supporting details B/ the reasoning is not logical C/ the reasoning is logical D/ the reasoning cannot be proven
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A
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To help you revise for coherence, you can use A/ specific, concrete details and examples B/ an effective thesis statement C/ effective topic sentences D/ effective transitions
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A
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Repeating words or phrases fro the thesis statement is the topic sentence of each body paragraph is one way to achieve A/ unity B/ coherence C/ style D/ adequate support
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A
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Using a variety of sentence patterns is one way to achieve A/ unity B/ coherence C/ style D/ adequate support
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C
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When you review your essay for mistakes in grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spelling, you are ______ A/ correcting the writing style B/ revising for coherence C/ revising for untiy D/ editing
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D
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Which of the following tips will help you proofread your work more effectively A/ put your text aside for a day or two B/ begin your proofreading at any stage of the writing process C/ keep a list of your common errors in a separate grammar log D/ all of the above
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A
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When you tell a story about something that happened, you write a _______essay A/ description B/ definition C/ classification D/ narration
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D
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A narration essay is generally written using which organizational pattern? A/ chronological B/ from least important to most important C/ from most important to least important D/ space order
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A
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When you tell a story from your own point of view, using "I", you are writing in A/ the first person B/ the second persoon C/ the third person D/ all of the above
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When you describe what is happening to someone else, using "he," "she", "it" or "they", you are using A/ the first person B/ the second persoon C/ the third person D/ all of the above
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C
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When you chose a subject for a narration essay, you should choose a story that A/ is full of exaggeration B/ has no personal meaning C/ you personally find very interesting D/ is the easiest possible topic to write about
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C
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Which of the following questions should you ask yourself about your narration topic in order to ensure it makes a point? A/ what did I learn? B/ How did I change? C/ What is important about it? D/ all of the above
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D
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When you write a narration, do not simply tell what happened. You must also A/ provide dictionary definitions of all terms B/ indicate why the events are important C/ write only in the third person D/ use abstract nouns to make your point
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B
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To make your narration essay more interesting and effective, you can also A/ include everything that happened, even if the events are not related to your point B/ use descriptive imagery C/ avoid using a thesis statement. Make the reader guess the point. D/ begin your story with a dictionary definition
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B
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An effective way to enhance your narration essay is to use A/ descriptive imagery B/ dialogue C/ specific details D/ all of the above
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D
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When writing a descriptive essay, you should focus on which of the following points? A/ create a dominate impression B/ express your attitude toward the subject C/ include concrete details D/ all of the above
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D
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The overalll atmosphere that you wish to convey to the reader is known as A/ your attitude toward the subject B/ concrete details C/ abstract details D/ the dominant impression
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D
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To enable the reader to visualize the person, place or situation you are describing, you should A/ use a thesaurus B/ use concrete ideas C/ express your attitude toward the subject D/ create a dominant impression
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B
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When you convey positive or negative feelings about a subject, you are expressing A/ concrete details B/ a dominant impression C/ your attitude toward the subject D/ transitions
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C
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Description that uses the five senses is called A/ abstractions B/ dominant impressions C/ imagery D/ a controlling idea
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C
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To convey a dominant impression in a descriptive essay A/ use translations B/ use only general details and examples C/ omit the thesis statement D/ ask yourself how or why the topic is important
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D
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Instead of describing a scene by telling, you should describe a scene by A/ using a thesaurus B/ showing C/ exaggerating D/ using abstract descriptions
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B
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A comparison using like or as is called a A/ simile B/ metaphor C/ personification D/ dominant impression
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A
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When you write down the exact words spoken by someone, you are using A/ imagery B/ a dominant impression C/ a direct quotation D/ an indirect quotation
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C
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When you summarize the basic idea of what someone said, you are using A/ imagery B/ a dominant impression C/ a direct quotation D/ an indirect quotation
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D
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Quotation marks are used A/ a direct quotation B/ an indirect quotation C/ for cliche's D/ for special emphasis
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A
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When you insert a direct quotation into your writing, do all of the following except A/ capitalize the first word of the quotation B/ place a comma after "he said" or "she said" C/ place the final punctionaltion outside the closing quotation marks D/ all of the above
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B
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When you revise your narration essay, be sure that you are using _____ verbs. A/ vivid and specific B/ vague, non-specific C/ abstract D/ all of the above
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A
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What techniques will help your narration essay be more interesting and effective? A/ Use a thesis statement that is meaningful and interesting B/ Be sure that the essay answers the question who, what , where, why, and how? C/ use vivid descriptive details D/ all of the above
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D
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In a descriptive essay, you make your point by A/ explainning how to do something B/ telling a story about something that happened C/ creating vivid images in the reader's mind by using specific details D/ defining a term
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C
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A comparison that does not us like or as and calls something by a different name is called a A/ simile B/ metaphor C/ personification D/ dominant impression
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B
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The act of attributting human qualities to an inanimate object or animal is known as A/ simile B/ metaphor C/ personification D/ dominant impression
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C
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When you write a descriptive essay, you should try to use ______ language. A/ vague B/ abstract C/ vivid D/ sophisticated
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C
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The _____ in descriptive essay should appeal to the reader's senses. A/ transitions B/ dominant impression C/ essay plan D/ supporting ideas
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B
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Of the following descriptive words, which is the most specific? A/ flowers B/ red roses C/ blossoms D/ bouquet
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B
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Of the following descriptive words, which is the most specific? A/ walked B/ moved C/ went D/ strode
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D
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When you write a process essay, you A/ describe a person or place B/ categorize topics into smaller groups C/ explain how to do something D/ define a term
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C
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A process essay can also A/ explain how an incident took place B/ make a point by listing specific examples C/ describe a place or person D/ compare two object
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A
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Which of the following would NOT be the function of a process essay? A/ to expalin how a task is completed B/ to define a specific term or concept C/ to explain how an incident took place D/ to explain how something works
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C
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A process essay is usually organized in which organizational pattern? A/ from left to right, top to bottom, etc B/ from least important to most important C/ alphabetical D/ chronological
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A or D
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When writing a process essay, you must decide whether you want to tell readers how to complete a process or how to A/ define a term B/ categorize the different steps C/ prove your point by listing examples D/ understand a process
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D
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When you write a process essay, it is important to choose a process that A/ you have heard of B/ you know something about C/ is considered common knowledge D/ your instructor knows something about
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B
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The thesis statement in a process essay states what the process you will be explaining and also A/ what the reader will be able to do after they have read the essay B/ what organizational plan you will be using C/ includes several specific examples D/ all of the above
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A
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When you write a process essay, remember to describe ______ rather than simply list examples A/ your intended organizational plan B/ each step C/ the definition of the term D/ none of the above
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B
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Which of the following topics explains how to complete a process? A/ how a football coach evaluates the opposing team's weaknessess B/ how salmon find their way to their birth stream C/ how employers evaluate resumes D/ how to drive a standard transmission
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D
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Which of the following topics explains how to complete a process? A/ how hurricanes form in the Gulf of Mexico B/ how olympic athletes prepare for their events C/ how to make the perfect martini D/ how electric fences work
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C
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Which of the following topics explains how to understand a process? A/ how to make handmade ornaments B/ how to write a research paper C/ how hail is formed D/ how to raise prize-winning roses
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C
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Which of the following topics explains how to understand a process? A/ how to paint a room B/ how earthquakes generate tsunamis C/ how paint can be thinned D/ how to choose the correct paint color
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B
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Which of the following is not generally found in a process essay? A/ an extended definition of a specific term B/ transitions from one step to the next C/ a clear thesis statement D/ topic sentence
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A
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When you revise a process essay, make sure that A/ each step is as clear as possible B/ each step is presented in chronological or logical order C/ you use effective transitions to lead the reader from one step to the next D/ all of the above
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D
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Which of the following is NOT part of the checklist for the process essay? A/ does my thesis statement make a point about the process? B/ is my topic something that my instructor knows something about? C/ did I include each step of the process D/ did I mention all the supplies that my reader needs to complete the process
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