Chapter 2 English

What element do sentences written in passive voice usually contain?

A past participle which is a verb written in the past tense. - Active and Passive Voice

What is a service piece?

A service piece teaches the reader how to do something, deal with something, or where to find something. - How to Write a Magazine Article

What is a convention?

A way that something is usually done - How to Write a Diary Entry: Format, Examples & Ideas

Which of these is a type of function word?

All answers are correct - Telegraphic Sentence: Definition & Examples

Writing that contains adjectives is important for:

All answers are correct. - What are Adjectives? - Definition & Examples

Why do people keep diaries?

All of the above - How to Write a Diary Entry: Format, Examples & Ideas

Which of the following corrects the following mixed structure sentence? ''Although I need to go grocery shopping, but I don't have time.''

Although I need to go grocery shopping, I don't have time. - Sentence Structure: Identify and Avoid 'Mixed Structure' Sentences

What is a good way to analyze and evaluate an article for an article review?

Ask questions - How to Write an Article Review

Which of the following is an example of a mixed structure sentence?

Because I stayed up late last night studying, is why I will do well on my exam. - Sentence Structure: Identify and Avoid 'Mixed Structure' Sentences

Why is it generally better to avoid the passive voice?

Because it emphasizes the wrong parts of the sentence. - Sentence Clarity: How to Write Clear Sentences

Why is the following sentence an idiom? Magali was excited about the opportunities she would have if she made it into Harvard but was careful not to put the cart before the horse.

Because it is a turn of phrase - How to Write with Idioms or Phrasal Verbs

Which of these is an example of a famous fictional diary?

Bridget Jones's Diary - How to Write a Diary Entry: Format, Examples & Ideas

Where can you find the information you need to cite a textbook?

Front cover and copyright page - How to Cite a Textbook in MLA

A critique essentially refers to what for an article review?

How you evaluate the accuracy, strengths and weaknesses of an article. - How to Write an Article Review

What is the lead?

The lead is the beginning of an article that hooks the reader into reading the entire piece. - How to Write a Magazine Article

What are the two main parts of an MLA citation?

Works cited citation and in-text citation - How to Cite a Textbook in MLA

What step involves writing a sentence to introduce the main topic of the original article?

begin writing - How to Write a Summary of an Article

The way a word makes you feel, and its connection to other words you think of, is known as its _____.

connotation - How to Write With Good Diction to Develop Style, Tone & Point-of-View

A telegraphic sentence is a concise sentence typically containing _______.

five words or less - Telegraphic Sentence: Definition & Examples

One of the things that is NOT important when it comes to writing well is _____

having a similar thesis as the rest of your class so your reader is not taken by surprise. - How to Write Well: What Makes Writing Good?

Which is not a part of the five W?

which - How to Write a Newspaper Article

Which can be written after the basic information of the article is written?

NOT other information - How to Write a Newspaper Article

Which of the following components of an APA-formatted paper contains a list of citations, including any textbooks used?

Reference page - How to Cite a Textbook in APA Format

Identify the error in the following sentence that makes it unclear: The bloody space battle was fought mostly by children.

The sentence is in passive voice. - Sentence Clarity: How to Write Clear Sentences

When citing a textbook in APA format, what is unique about the formatting of the title?

The title does not follow title case for capitalization because only the first word in the title and subtitle, plus any proper nouns, are capitalized. - How to Cite a Textbook in APA Format

An adjective is a way to write or speak:

in specific, or vivid detail - What are Adjectives? - Definition & Examples

An investigative article is an in-depth article on a pressing _____ matter.

social - How to Write a Magazine Article

When citing a textbook for an in-text citation, which of the following is the correct format for a text with two authors?

(Keating & Harlington, 1992) - How to Cite a Textbook in APA Format

Part of becoming a better writer is being able to check your own writing for confusing words. Which of the following combinations of homophones should be used in the following sentence? _____ boys walked _____ school today, and they walked home, _____.

Two, to, too - How to Write With Good Diction to Develop Style, Tone & Point-of-View

Which should not be included in a newspaper article?

a topic sentence for each paragraph - How to Write a Newspaper Article

Of the following choices below, which is the accurate format for citing a single author textbook in APA?

Author's Last Name, F. I. (Year of publication). Title of work: Subtitle goes here. Location: Publisher. - How to Cite a Textbook in APA Format

Consider the following sentence: I was jolted back to life by electrocuting myself with a car battery. Other than the fact you would not want to try it, how is this thought best expressed using an active voice?

Electrocuting myself with a car battery jolted me back to life. - Active and Passive Voice

Which is the correct order of the steps to writing a summary?

length, main topic, begin writing, support, continue as needed, conclude - How to Write a Summary of an Article

An adjective tells us what something or someone is:

like - What are Adjectives? - Definition & Examples

What is the main difference between an article review and a formal essay?

when writing an article review, you're focused solely on the content of that particular article - How to Write an Article Review

Please select what type of faulty comparison error, if any, is in the sentence that follows: Desiree likes chocolate milkshakes more than her brother Desmond.

Ambiguous comparison error - How to Write Logical Sentences and Avoid Faulty Comparisons

Which of the following examples shows the correct formatting for a basic textbook citation?

Author. Book Title. City of publication: Publisher, Date. Medium. - How to Cite a Textbook in MLA

Endings added to word bases to alter grammatical function and meaning are known as ______.

inflections - Telegraphic Sentence: Definition & Examples

The beginning or introduction for an article review should contain at least what two things?

thesis and brief summary - How to Write an Article Review

Why are article reviews typically assigned?

to measure a student's ability to grasp the concept of an article and to respond to the information contained in the article - How to Write an Article Review

What changes, if any, should be made to the following sentence to make it active voice? If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it.

No change because it is already in active voice. - Active and Passive Voice

In an APA citation you may see the following abbreviation: (Eds.) What does this indicate?

The names of the editors - How to Cite a Textbook in APA Format

Please select what type of faulty comparison error, if any, is in the sentence that follows: It's a well-known fact that theaters are more expensive than staying at home.

illogical comparison - How to Write Logical Sentences and Avoid Faulty Comparisons

Identify the type of idiom or phrasal verb used in the sentence that follows: If Jessie didn't get his grades up, he would have to drop out of high school.

inseparable phrasal verb - How to Write with Idioms or Phrasal Verbs

Please select what type of faulty comparison error, if any, is in the sentence that follows: Between gelato and ice cream, gelato is sweetest and therefore best.

Misused comparative or superlative form - How to Write Logical Sentences and Avoid Faulty Comparisons

Which of the following shows the correct MLA citation for two authors?

Smith, John, and Michael Jones. - How to Cite a Textbook in MLA

Which term refers to the statement of the author of the writing?

byline - How to Write a Newspaper Article

What is the purpose of the nut graph?

The nut graph provides the necessary details to understand what the article is about. - How to Write a Magazine Article

Roger Brown and Colin Fraser observed the natural and common use of telegraphic sentences in what age group?

toddlers - Telegraphic Sentence: Definition & Examples

Which is the proper order for the steps to writing a newspaper article?

structure, content, other information - How to Write a Newspaper Article

How can the following mixed structure sentence be corrected? ''The instructor she taught us how to punctuate sentences correctly.''

Removing the pronoun 'she'. - Sentence Structure: Identify and Avoid 'Mixed Structure' Sentences

What do you need to include in the MLA citation when the textbook has an author and editor?

You need to include both the author and the editor in the citation. - How to Cite a Textbook in MLA

How can the following mixed structure sentence be corrected? ''From looking at the textbook helped me understand my mistakes.''

Removing 'From' (Don't forget to capitalize 'Looking' as it is now the first word in the sentence.) - Sentence Structure: Identify and Avoid 'Mixed Structure' Sentences

Why is it important to be specific in your writing?

Specifics help strengthen your arguments. - How to Write Well: What Makes Writing Good?

Which step involves wrapping up the summary with a recap of the author's main argument or purpose?

conclude - How to Write a Summary of an Article

Please select what type of faulty comparison error, if any, is in the sentence that follows: Doing what you love will make you happier.

The comparison doesn't exist (no comparison error). - How to Write Logical Sentences and Avoid Faulty Comparisons

Identify the type of idiom or phrasal verb used in the sentence that follows: Dracula honestly hoped he'd never run into Van Helsing again.

An inseparable phrasal verb. - How to Write with Idioms or Phrasal Verbs

Identify the type of idiom or phrasal verb used in the sentence that follows: Albert was surprised he didn't pass out from the blood loss; apparently, he really was becoming a werewolf.

An intransitive phrasal verb - How to Write with Idioms or Phrasal Verbs

Please select what type of faulty comparison error, if any, is in the sentence that follows: Mustache Dad is the best character in the Twilight series.

This sentence does not have an error. - How to Write Logical Sentences and Avoid Faulty Comparisons

Jim is writing an essay and used the following sentence. Why was his teacher disappointed with sentence clarity? The easiest and most, complicated form of political activism is civil activism.

Because the incorrect comma makes it difficult to understand the substance of the sentence. - Sentence Clarity: How to Write Clear Sentences

Why is a separable phrasal verb called separable?

Because the object can be separated from the phrasal verb - How to Write with Idioms or Phrasal Verbs

Which of the following corrects this mixed structure sentence? ''Because you want your writing to be the best it can be, is why you should avoid mixed structure sentences.''

If you want your writing to be the best it can be, you should avoid mixed structure sentences. - Sentence Structure: Identify and Avoid 'Mixed Structure' Sentences

When writing, what should you consider to be most important so that your essay is free from distractions?

It is important to make sure your writing is grammatically correct and free of editorial errors. - How to Write Well: What Makes Writing Good?

What did Anne Frank call her diary?

Kitty - How to Write a Diary Entry: Format, Examples & Ideas

Which of these is NOT a telegraphic sentence?

Leave the package on the front doorstep. - Telegraphic Sentence: Definition & Examples

What is one way to end an article?

Leave the reader with a question. - How to Write a Magazine Article

Improve the following sentence by selecting one of the choices below. 'Denny loved certain funny jokes.'

Remove 'certain' and add 'stand-up' after 'funny' - How to Write With Good Diction to Develop Style, Tone & Point-of-View

Which of the following is NOT an element of good diction?

Repeating yourself often to make a point - How to Write With Good Diction to Develop Style, Tone & Point-of-View

Which of the following is NOT a suggested way to make sure your sentences are clear and easy to understand?

Taking time to brainstorm creative ideas. - Sentence Clarity: How to Write Clear Sentences

Which of the following sentences has the BEST diction for achieving a light tone?

The robot's primary job was to make fun of bad movies. - How to Write With Good Diction to Develop Style, Tone & Point-of-View

Identify the error in the following sentence that makes it unclear: About how to succeed, many people ask me for advice, because I am a wealthy artist.

The sentence is disorganized. - Sentence Clarity: How to Write Clear Sentences

What changes, if any, should be made to the following sentence to make it active voice? The winning home run was hit by the worst player on the team.

The worst player on the team hit the winning home run. - Active and Passive Voice

Which of the following are rules that you need to follow when keeping a diary?

There are no rules you absolutely need to follow when keeping a diary - How to Write a Diary Entry: Format, Examples & Ideas

If you are trying to determine whether a sentence has been written in passive or active voice, what should you consider first?

not Is there a 'to be' verb included in the sentence? - Active and Passive Voice

An adjective is a word that describes a:

noun - What are Adjectives? - Definition & Examples

With regards to written works, which term refers to a brief account or recap of the author's main points, ideas or concepts?

summary - How to Write a Summary of an Article

What term refers to the reasons and ideas that back up the author's main point?

supporting details - How to Write a Summary of an Article

Unity of content and form means _____

the structure of your essay reflects the point you're trying to make. - How to Write Well: What Makes Writing Good?

Specific detail is a way of explaining:

writing that includes description - What are Adjectives? - Definition & Examples

If you can't come up with an original idea while writing an essay _____

you should make sure that the argument you do choose is well-researched and full of strong examples. - How to Write Well: What Makes Writing Good?