Test prep - chapter 42 test

Which of the following best describes the 100 rule?

Brainstorming 100 different ideas for the essay topic you have been assigned.

When you only have fifteen minutes, how would you go about brainstorming ideas for a position paper on a controversial topic?

Break down the argument into columns and use a modified version of the 100 rule.

How is tone conveyed in a piece of writing?

It is conveyed through the inherent attitude of your writing.

Amelia is writing an essay on the pros and cons of pet ownership and has just finished the first two steps of brainstorming. Which of the products below demonstrate the best brainstorming method regarding the pros and cons of owning a pet?

A list of 4 pros and 4 cons of pet ownership

Which of the following is the greatest value of using an alphanumeric outline?

Alphanumeric outlines speak in generalities and are less time-consuming for writers.

Which of the following is an example of a compound-complex sentence?

Although Lenora prefers romantic films, she rented Star Wars, and she enjoyed it very much.

How should an appeal based on logos be delivered?

Based on the clarity of the arguments.

You have been given an assignment to write a paper about the causes and effects of global warming. You need to develop an outline that will assist you in drafting a comprehensive analysis of the topic. So far, you have collected research on a general definition of global warming, loss of woodlands, industrial emission and personal energy consumption. You have already written a title and a thesis statement. Based on your topic, which of the following would be the most appropriate choice for your first topic sentence or Roman numeral number one?

Global warming is a slow increase in the overall temperature of the earth from human activity.

All of the following are complex sentences EXCEPT:

Many shopping malls have closed across the Midwest.

What is the greatest benefit of using an outline to draft an essay?

Outlines allow the writer to compile information and set a direction for the essay before jumping to a first draft.

A deductive pattern is more common than an inductive pattern in student writing because _____

deduction more closely matches the general pattern that teachers often look for in student papers.

Vincent is reading over the paper that he has written. He realizes that he went off on a bit of a tangent, and one of his main points does not line up with his thesis statement. This was discovered while Vincent was _____.

editing for content

Editing for content _____, while editing for mechanics _____.

ensures you met the objectives for the assignment; ensures you polish your writing by addressing fine details

Which of the following is NOT an example of a heterograph?

fine, find

It is BEST to use a simple sentence structure in your essay when _____.

introducing a new character

When brainstorming on your own, which of the following should you do?

Write down all of your ideas, even the ones that do not make sense.

Which of the following sentences is intended to encourage a response from the reader?

'Did you know you can't dream and snore at the same time?'

Which is the best phrasing to let the reader know that important information is coming up?

'This brings us to another one of our main points.'

The term analysis is used to define a process following the research phase across many subject matter disciplines. How is analysis applied in terms of writing an essay?

Analysis is the writer's interpretation on the importance of a particular detail found through research.

Which of the following is a benefit of group brainstorming?

Debating ideas as a group can lead to additional ideas.

Calvin went to Chicago by airplane, and Audra traveled to the city by train. This is an example of a compound sentence because:

It has two independent clauses and a coordinating conjunction.

What form of appeal is being used in the following statement? -I can still remember the first time I rode my bike without training wheels. As the wind brushed past my hair it felt as if I was flying rather than riding on two wheels.

Pathos

Once you've completed brainstorming for an essay, you'll be ready to _____.

outline your major points.

Which of the following does NOT add tone and voice to your writing?

spelling.

When brainstorming ideas for your paper, _____.

write down whatever comes to mind.

To write for your audience, you should consider _____

your reader's position to you.

Which of the following sentence structures is BEST for presenting concepts that your reader needs to consider all at once?

compounding-complex sentence

Which of the following is NOT a useful brainstorming technique?

transcribing

The topic of your essay is somewhat controversial, but you want readers who disagree with your opinion to continue reading. Which of the following sentences would most likely encourage their continued attention?

'While many disagree on this and their opinions must be respected, the most recent data may offer a new perspective.'

Inductive reasoning involves _____

starting with specific details and moving to a larger concluding point or generalization.

The art of rhetoric is _____

the art of effective speaking or writing.

Why would an author use ethos to appeal to their audience?

If they want to emphasize their credentials.

How would you prepare to write a synthesis paper about 'The Effect of Texting on Student Language Skills'?

How would you prepare to write a synthesis paper about 'The Effect of Texting on Student Language Skills'?

As you evaluate the effectiveness of a piece of deductive reasoning, you should first look for _____

a clearly expressed main point.

Deductive reasoning involves _____

starting with a generalization and moving to specific details.

Which of the following is NOT included in the general rules of self-editing?

To be as fresh as possible, edit your paper immediately after you finish writing it.

In which of the following scenarios is giving a brief response NOT ideal?

What you are writing is controversial.

Which of these is a traditional synonym for the Greek word 'logos'?

Word

Why is using a full sentence outline beneficial for most standard essays?

While the sentence outline may be more time-consuming up front, it makes writing the first draft much easier.

Sarah has just completed writing a paper. She is now spending time making sure that her subjects and verbs always agree, that she is using active voice instead of passive voice, and that she has good variety in her sentence structure. This is an example of which of the following?

Editing for mechanics

If a person begins an essay by pointing out they are a researcher who has been studying this particular field for the past 18 years, what form of appeal is he or she making?

Ethos

The most critical element of an essay is its _____.

content.

Common purposes in academic writing include:

to persuade, to entertain, to inform, to evaluate.

Consider the following paragraph: -I always vote for the National Party candidate in gubernatorial elections. This year, Sally Smith is the National Party candidate for governor, so I will vote for Sally Smith for governor this year. Which type of reasoning is displayed in this paragraph?

Deductive reasoning

Why is it important to strike a respectful tone in your academic essays?

For the reason that using a respectful tone demonstrates the writers ability to effectively communicate to an audience without alienation.