English Composition 2 Lesson 2 Quiz

Which transition is most likely to be used in showing sequence? A. Additionally B. In other words C. To begin with D. Consequently

C. To begin with

The essence of _____ is to make sure you convey the meaning of an author's words using your own words. A. paraphrasing B. citation C. quotation D. summarizing

A. paraphrasing

Consider this thesis statement: "In this essay, I'll write about the effects of home schooling on kids." The statement is weak for all of the following reasons except for which one? A. It isn't specific. B. It's vague. C. It's subjective. D. It doesn't take a stand.

C. It's subjective.

Which statement is true? A. The first sentence of your essay should announce what you're going to write about. B. A statement of fact can serve as a good thesis statement. C. To avoid vague language, us a generalization in your thesis statement. D. Express one main idea in your thesis statement.

D. Express one main idea in your thesis statement.

Which of the following is not a good way to narrow down and choose a topic? A. Choose a topic that interests you. B. Choose topics that are not beyond your current knowledge. C. Avoid topics that already get lots of attention, such as dieting. D. Avoid topics derived from breaking news.

B. Choose topics that are not beyond your current knowledge.

While researching a topic, online or in print, any of the following may be an indicator of reliability except for which one? A. The author or authors are experts in that particular field. B. The author's topic is similar to your selected topic. C. The author evaluates both sides of an issue. D. The author has sound credentials.

B. The author's topic is similar to your selected topic.

In researching academic journal sources for an essay, which of these criteria most strongly suggests that the source is relevant to your topic? A. The author looks at both sides of an issue. B. The author graduated from Harvard. C. The abstract summary suggests a possible working thesis. D. The author is an expert in his or her field and has won many awards.

C. The abstract summary suggests a possible working thesis.

In a biography, all of the following would be a primary source except for which one? A. A telegram sent to the subject by a friend. B. An essay written about the subject by a former colleague. C. The personal testimony of the subject's widow, gathered in an interview. D. The subject's official military record.

B. An essay written about the subject by a former colleague.

While researching a topic, online or in print, any of the following may be an indicator of reliability except for which one? A. The author or authors are experts in a particular field. B. The author's topic is similar to your selected topic. C. The author evaluates both sides of an issue. D. The author has sounds credentials.

B. The author's topic is similar to your selected topic.

Regarding typical development stages in writing a paper using sources, which sequence is correct? A. Research; outlining; analysis; prewriting; working thesis B. Research; analysis; working thesis; prewriting; outlining C. Research; analysis; prewriting; outlining; working thesis D. Research; prewriting; outlining; working thesis; analysis

C. Research; analysis; prewriting; outlining; working thesis

All of the following are primary sources except for which one? A. A novel by Ernest Hemingway B. Letters written during the Civil War C. A poem by William Butler Yeats D. Research that examines 15 different research reports

D. Research that examines 15 different research reports

A strong thesis statement features all of the following characteristics except for which one? A. It's specific to the topic. B. It expresses no more than 3 main ideas. C. It takes a stand supported by evidence. D. It encourages and justifies debate and discussion.

B. It expresses no more than 3 main ideas.

A strong thesis statement features all of the following characteristics except for which one? A. It's specific to the topic. B. It expresses no more than 3 main ideas. C. It takes a stand supported by the evidence. D. It encourages and justifies debate and discussion.

B. It expresses no more than 3 main ideas.

Which statement is correct? A. Once you write a thesis statement, don't change it. B. A thesis statement is the first thing you should write before drafting an essay. C. Feel free to change a thesis statement if you feel you can improve it. D. If you change your thesis statement, you must reorganize all your body paragraphs.

C. Feel free to change your thesis statement if you feel you can improve it.

Henry and Lois are discussion way to evaluate sources. Henry maintains that one should scan a source before skimming it. Lois argues that scanning is the best first step in evaluating a source. Who is correct? A. Henry is correct. B. Lois is correct. C. Both are correct. D. Neither is correct.

D. Neither is correct.

In your online test, you're told that your thesis statement shouldn't include words or phrases such as "I think," "I believe," or "In my opinion." Why should you avoid such words or phrases in your thesis statement? A. If your thesis statement is written in this way, readers will assume you haven't done research. B. Typical readers don't care what you think or believe, only what you can prove. C. If your thesis statement is written properly, the reader will know that the ideas are yours. D. A thesis statement should express facts, not opinions or beliefs.

C. If your thesis statement is written properly, the reader will know that the ideas are yours.

Which thesis statement is the strongest? A. The most effective way to create jobs, in my opinion, is through government-supported programs aimed at renewing the nation's infrastructure. B. I think the most effective way to create jobs it through government-supported programs aimed at renewing the nation's infrastructure. C. The most effective way to create jobs is through government-supported programs aimed at renewing the nation's infrastructure. D. I strongly believe that the most effective way to create jobs is through government-supported programs aimed at renewing the nation's infrastructure.

C. The most effective way to create jobs is through government-supported programs aimed at renewing the nation's infrastructure.

During research for an essay, when should you write down information about the source and its location? A. As soon as you locate any source you may use in your essay. B. As soon as you're sure you'll use the source. C. After completing the first draft of your paper. D. After outlining your proposed essay.

A. As soon as you locate any source you may use in your essay.

After you've completed an essay, what's the first thing you should do to add finishing touches? A. Read the essay from front to back as you would read someone else's essay. B. Read it out loud to a friend. C. Set it aside for a time in order to come back to it with fresh eyes. D. Make sure your sentences follow a logical structure.

A. Read the essay from front to back as you would read someone else's essay.

The most important test of a paraphrase is: A. how well it captures the essence of the original source using your own words. B. the number of synonyms found in the paraphrase. C. the extent to which your words parallel the words in the original source. D. the extent to which you've interpreted an author's words based on your point of view.

A. how well it captures the essence of the original source using your own words.

Amy and Carl are discussing the essay by Tardiff and Brizee. Amy argues that her essay on how the cocoa bean in processed into chocolate should be considered an explanatory essay. Carl remarks that her essay might be called and expository essay. Who is correct? A. Amy is correct. B. Amy and Carl are both correct. C. Carl is correct. D. Neither Amy or Carl are correct.

B. Amy and Carl are both correct.

The word "journal" is derived from the French word for: A. diary. B. day. C. daily. D. data.

B. day.

The word "journal: is derived from the French word for: A. diary. B. day. C. daily. D. data.

B. day.

Your text offers you a "flex" form intended to help you: A. record your thoughts while drafting an essay. B. take citation notes from a variety of sources. C. organize an outline for your proposed essay. D. keep track of a well-thought-out study schedule.

B. take citation notes from a variety of sources.

In your test, we used this metaphor: "Imagine the sheer magnitude of parachuting dandelion seeds that drift away from a single blossom turned from a sun to a lacy moon." What was the message intended by that metaphor? A. Stay focused, or your thoughts will drift toward distraction. B. Random thoughts are the debris of an undisciplined mind. C. Explore a wide range of ideas as you search out an essay topic. D. Brainstorming is the most important prewriting tool.

C. Explore a wide range of ideas as you search out an essay topic.

Alice and Andrew are discussion thesis development. Alice argues that a topic becomes a thesis if we want to write about the topic. Andrew, on the other hand, maintains that a topic is not a thesis but that a thesis is the foundation of a topic. Who is correct? A. Alice is correct. B. Andrew is correct. C. Neither Alice or Andrew is correct. D. Both are partially correct.

C. Neither Alice or Andrew is correct.

In a paragraph in an essay, I use these transitions: all in all, at last, on balance, by and large, in the long run, in any event, ultimately. What is the most likely purpose of this paragraph? A. To show cause and effect. B. To present a comparison or contrast. C. To summarize. D. To generalize.

C. To summarize.

According to Tardiff and Brizee, an essay that makes a claim supported by evidence is classified as an _____ essay. A. expository B. analytical C. argumentative D. explanatory

C. argumentative

In general, what is the best time to proof an essay for grammar, spelling, and mechanics? A. After completing your first draft. B. While completing your first draft. C. While your writing your final draft. D. After you complete, revise, and edit your final draft.

D. After you complete, revise, and edit your final draft.

With respect to transitional words or phrases in an essay, which transition is most likely to be used in showing consequences? A. With few exceptions B. In the meantime C. For example D. As a result

D. As a result

Regarding prewriting options, which statement is true? A. You must being by preparing a topic outline. B. A first draft must be the basis for a topic outline. C. Most students choose to write a first draft instead of an outline. D. Most students choose to begin with a topic outline instead of a first draft.

D. Most students choose to begin with a topic outline instead of a first draft.

In harvesting sources, an excellent way both to narrow down a topic and discover a likely working thesis is to explore ____ the topic. A. different attitudes about B. radical ideas about C. classic literature on D. different perspectives on

D. different perspectivies