Question 1

The main idea of a paragraph is usually stated in the what sentence.

Accepted Answer

topic

Question 2

select the topic sentence. [1] In the late seventeenth century a Turkish garrison was using the Parthenon for an ammunition storehouse. [2] During an attack by the Venetians, a bomb ignited the gunpowder, blowing up the center section. [3] Since then the building has been a glorious ruin. [4] Were it not for this relatively recent incident, the Parthenon would be standing intact today.

Accepted Answer

4

Question 3

Type the number of the topic sentence.  [1] People say the necessities of life are food, water, shelter, and clothing, but I think a fifth item should be added to the list: Scotch tape. [2] Hardly a day passes that I do not use this sticky cellophane for some beneficial purpose. [3] When I get so excited about my world history class that I tear a page in the book, Scotch tape comes to my rescue. [4] At night when I don\'t feel like rolling my hair, what do I do? [5] I tape it in place, of course. [6] I may look like a twentieth-century mummy, but the purpose is accomplished. [7] Have you ever been dressed up to eat at a big, fancy restaurant? [8] Just as you get out of the car someone cheerfully announces, \"Your hem is down!\" [9] No need to panic; just stick it up with--you guessed it--scotch tape!

Accepted Answer

1

Question 4

Select the topic sentence.   [1] What is amnesia? [2] Most of us think of a dramatic, total loss of memory brought on by a severe blow to the head. [3] Amnesia is, however, a very subtle and sometimes sinister illness. [4] While amnesia can result from a head injury, overwork and worry can also lead to memory lapses. [5] In some cases, diagnosis is difficult because these lapses are intermittent, rather than constant.

Accepted Answer

3

Question 5

Select a suitable topic sentence to add to this paragraph.  The old saying \"lightning never strikes twice in the same place\" is not true. Ranchers see bolts flash many times among isolated trees or on a strand of barbed wire. Forest rangers manning fire towers report that every thunderstorm brings several flashes to their lofty outposts. Lightning rods are a necessity for radio towers and skyscrapers.

Accepted Answer

Lightning can strike trees, fire and radio towers, and skyscrapers.

Question 6

Which paragraph shape is not preferred for use in informational text?

Accepted Answer

rectangle

Question 7

Suppose you have been assigned by the school newspaper to cover an important football game. Which paragraph shape would you use in writing up the story?

Accepted Answer

inverted triangle

Question 8

clearly and directly stated

Accepted Answer

explicitly stated

Question 9

hinted at rather than clearly stated

Accepted Answer

implicitly stated

Question 10

the act or process of deriving logical conclusions from premises known or assumed to be true

Accepted Answer

infer

Question 11

the author\'s point or purpose, usually stated in a single sentence

Accepted Answer

main idea

Question 12

ordinary spoken and written language; not poetry

Accepted Answer

prose

Question 13

other sentences in the paragraph which support, explain, or prove the main idea

Accepted Answer

supporting details

Question 14

choose the most appropriate transition.  Derek likes chocolate. _____, Brenda likes vanilla.

Accepted Answer

On the other hand

Question 15

Choose the most appropriate transition.  Mom dropped us off at the park to play football. _____, she went to the grocery store.

Accepted Answer

In the meantime

Question 16

Choose the most appropriate transition.  Brand name products tend to cost more. _____, I rarely buy them

Accepted Answer

therefore

Question 17

Choose the most appropriate transition.  I am not thrilled about having any petâ_____, a dog.

Accepted Answer

specifically

Question 18

just as

Accepted Answer

to show similarity

Question 19

counter to

Accepted Answer

to show difference

Question 20

in short

Accepted Answer

. to summarize

Question 21

above

Accepted Answer

to show place or position

Question 22

prior to

Accepted Answer

to show time

Question 23

a word, phrase, or sentence that logically connects one idea to another in a piece of writing

Accepted Answer

transition

Question 24

Which of the following is an introductory paragraph?  A. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel to space? An astronaut\'s job seems like a very grand adventure. However, being an astronaut is not easy. Astronauts have a hard job because they must endure a difficult application process, go through extensive training, and conduct comprehensive studies and experiments.  B. After an applicant has been accepted into the Astronaut Candidate Program, he or she will undergo one to two years of training. Candidates attend classes on various subjects including those in shuttle systems, astronomy, oceanography, and many science and technology courses. Furthermore, the candidates need to learn some basic survival skills, especially survival swimming. Finally, they experience what it feels like to be weightless and learn how to maneuver in these conditions.

Accepted Answer

Paragraph A

Question 25

In which paragraph should the thesis statement be placed?

Accepted Answer

first

Question 26

Which three main sections are found in any type of essay?

Accepted Answer

body, conclusion, introduction

Question 27

Which of the following statements should never be used in an essay?

Accepted Answer

This paper is about . . .

Question 28

Which type of essay contains an opinion?

Accepted Answer

persuasive

Question 29

Which type of essay is used to tell readers about a special event in your life?

Accepted Answer

narrative essay

Question 30

Which type of essay would have the following thesis statement?  Canoeing and white water rafting use upper body strength, but different skills must be developed in order to be successful at each activity.

Accepted Answer

comparison and contrast essay

Question 31

Which type of essay would have the following thesis statement?  America\'s Groundhog Day has produced a yearly tradition, influenced pop culture, and made many groundhogs famous.

Accepted Answer

expository essay

Question 32

Which type of essay would have the following thesis statement?  My grandmother\'s Victorian home gave one the feeling that he had traveled back in time.

Accepted Answer

descriptive essay

Question 33

Which type of essay would be used to explain how to prepare a dinner party?

Accepted Answer

expository essay

Question 34

True or False? Using documented research will make your argument stronger in a persuasive essay.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 35

True or False? Some essays do not need a thesis statement.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 36

True or False? A critical essay points out what you particularly enjoyed about a literary work.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 37

True or False? It is usually best to use the whole-to-whole method when writing a comparison and contrast essay.

Accepted Answer

false

Question 38

teaches the reader something about a literary work

Accepted Answer

critical essay

Question 39

appeals to the five senses

Accepted Answer

descriptive essay

Question 40

its main purpose is to present information to the reader

Accepted Answer

expository essay

Question 41

tells a story

Accepted Answer

narrative essay

Question 42

shows the similarities and differences between two subjects

Accepted Answer

comparison and contrast essay

Question 43

tries to convince the reader

Accepted Answer

persuasive essay

Question 44

written for the primary purpose of explaining or informing

Accepted Answer

expository essay

Question 45

written for the primary purpose of telling a story or relating an event

Accepted Answer

narrative essay

Question 46

written for the primary purpose of convincing the reader

Accepted Answer

persuasive essay

Question 47

written for the primary purpose of describing something

Accepted Answer

descriptive essay

Question 48

written for the primary purpose of exploring a literary work

Accepted Answer

critical essay

Question 49

written for the primary purpose of pointing out the similarities and differences between two subjects

Accepted Answer

comparison and contrast essay

Question 50

a literary composition that makes a claim and backs up that claim with supporting evidence

Accepted Answer

essay

Question 51

a sentence in an essay or report that presents the writer\'s claim and tells the reader what his main points will be

Accepted Answer

thesis statement

Question 52

the first paragraph of an essay that introduces the topic

Accepted Answer

introductory paragraph

Question 53

the paragraphs between the introduction and the conclusion that present evidence that supports the thesis statement

Accepted Answer

body paragraph

Question 54

the final paragraph of an essay that brings the topic to a close

Accepted Answer

concluding paragraph

English Review for quiz 1 – Flashcards

Unlock all answers in this set

Haven't found what you were looking for?

Search for samples, answers to your questions and flashcards