Question 1
Which of the following statements about a thesis is FALSE?
Answer A thesis statement focuses on just one central point or issue.
A good thesis statement tailors the scope of the issue to the length of the paper.
It is wise to imply the thesis, allowing the reader to make his or her own determinations about the topic.
The thesis statement is precise, often previewing the organization of the paper.
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4 points
Question 2
Which of the following is an example of a comma splice?
Answer While cleaning house, I found many things I had misplaced.
It's true what they say, you should move every five or so years.
The bell tower was incredible, as was the surrounding buildings.
Soon after flying to Spain for the first time, Martha decided to move there.
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4 points
Question 3
Which of the following is NOT a stage of planning and drafting as outlined in your textbook?
Answer Understanding the assignment
Developing a thesis
Zeroing in on a topic
Practicing your writing skills
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4 points
Question 4
Which of the following is an example of a comma splice?
Answer There are many things that I am, but creative is not one of them.
While off on a vacation to Florida, my mail piled up.
Training dogs to do anything is difficult, training my dog is the hardest of all.
Glasses are best when they are thought of as an accessory to one's clothing style.
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4 points
Question 5
Which of the following is an example of a complete sentence, not a fragment?
Answer While traveling through The Painted Desert in Arizona.
Telling stories by the campfire.
Having both grown up in the South.
I do.
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4 points
Question 6
Which of the following is NOT a strategy for finding a topic?
Answer Tapping your personal resources
Journal keeping
Asking your professor for a subject
Asking questions
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4 points
Question 7
Which of the following statements about creating an outline is TRUE?
Answer An outline rarely shows you how you might organize and develop your paragraphs.
There are two types of outlines: sentence outlines and topic outlines.
An outline has to have only one of the following: Roman numerals, letters, or numbers.
Introductions and conclusions are always included.
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4 points
Question 8
Which of the following is an example of a fused (run-on) sentence?
Answer I really enjoyed his company many days he was an invaluable friend.
Walking home, I noticed the changes in the weather.
Sarah prided herself on always being the first one to arrive at any given occasion, a pride which had some effects on her relationship with others who had many more responsibilities than she had in her life.
Growing up in New Orleans, I was devastated to hear of the hurricane damage to my childhood home.
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4 points
Question 9
Which of the following is an example of a fused (run-on) sentence?
Answer When we reached the peak of the mountain, we saw the most amazing sunset.
Timothy is often brash but means well.
Considering her choices of costumes, she carefully decided it would be best to go as a princess.
I'm not sure what you are up to however I would like you to stop.
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4 points
Question 10
Which of the following is NOT an example of supporting material that you might use when gathering information?
Answer Facts
Imaginative scenarios
Observations
Sensory impressions
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4 points
Question 11
Which of the following is an example of a complete sentence, not a fragment?
Answer He was skeptical.
A growing awareness.
A fine day we have here.
While I was away.
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4 points
Question 12
What are four possibilities for beginning an essay? Your response to this short answer question should be brief, concise, and specific.
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Question 13
What are four writing strategy patterns you might employ when writing a paragraph? Your response to this short answer question should be brief, concise, and specific.
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Question 14
What are the five characteristics of effective paragraphs? Your response to this short answer question should be brief, concise, and specific.
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Question 15
What are the four demonstrative adjectives? Your response to this short answer question should be brief, concise, and specific.
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Question 16
What are four possibilities for concluding an essay? Your response to this short answer question should be brief, concise, and specific.
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Question 17
Read the four paragraphs on pp. 82-83 of Strategies for Writing Successful Research Papers. Then, match each paragraph number to the appropriate topic sentence type used in the paragraph.
Answer - a. b. c. d. Paragraph 1
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- a. b. c. d. Paragraph 2
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- a. b. c. d. Paragraph 3
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- a. b. c. d. Paragraph 4
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Answer a. Topic Sentence Stated in the Middle
b. Topic Sentence Stated First and Last
c. Topic Sentence Implied
d. Topic Sentence Stated First
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8 points
Question 18
Match the following connecting words and phrases to the appropriate relationship they show between sentences.
Answer - a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Showing similarity
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Showing contrast
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Showing results or effects
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Adding ideas together
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Drawing conclusions
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Pointing out examples
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Showing emphasis and clarity
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Indicating time
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- a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. Conceding a point
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Answer a. thus
b. previously
c. on the other hand
d. after all
e. likewise
f. furthermore
g. as a result
h. admittedly
i. for instance