English 1101 Final

In conclusion, my proposal for the project would be the most cost effective.

- I plan to graduate in May 2020

"I want to go to medical school after I finish my four-year degree," Cheryl said to her parents.

- You can use books, periodicals, databases, and films in a research paper.

-I want to write my research paper on cyberbullying or homelessness.

-Jessica has lived in Atlanta, Georgia, for over twenty years.

Which of the following statements is an example of expert testimony used as evidence?

According to the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, pipelines are undoubtedly the safest way to transport petroleum products

Which of the following statements is an appropriate claim for a brief argument project

Because instantaneous communication and international trade are important for businesses, business students should learn to speak more than one language

The following excerpt is from an argument project. Choose the sentence that expresses a debatable claim. Because whole grains are an essential part of a healthy diet....

Because whole grains are an essential part of a healthy diet, we should eat them.

What are the basic components of a narrative? Select all that apply.

Characters Plot Conflict

When writing a narrative essay, what method of organization is most common?

Chronological order

Which of the following is an appropriate claim for a brief argument project?

Collars that deliver electrical shocks to the neck of a dog are a cruel and unnecessary form of training; therefore, they should be banned for use by the general public.

Alisha passed her licensing exam last week.

Complete Sentence

Some of the workers are going on strike; however, most of them are still going to work.

Complete Sentence

The sales manager has not set a time for the meeting.

Complete Sentence

What are sensory details?

Descriptions that focus on sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

And didn't answer every question on the exam.

Fragment

Because I love chocolate. Fragment

Fragment

The woman walking her puppy on a leash.

Fragment

Which of the following statements is an example of numerical data used as evidence?

Health-insurance premiums have risen by more than twenty percent over the past three years, although the rate of increase has slowed this year.

Dr. Winston, who teaches algebra at the university, volunteers at the shelter every weekend.

I told you that I didn't like pepperoni pizza.

What is wrong with the argument in the passage below? New york city......

It assumes that the police policy was the cause of the drop in crime.

My favorite flavors of ice cream are mint chocolate chip, strawberry, and butter pecan.

My instructor told me that students should study three hours for every hour they are in class.

What is a personal statement?

Personal statements are essentially narrative essays with a particular focus on the writer's personal life.

Andrea's brother has two children, her sister has four children.

Run-On/Comma Splice

Callie loves playing video games her favorite games are Minecraft and Mario Kart.

Run-On/Comma Splice

Teresa was late for dance team practice she apologized several times to her coach.

Run-On/Comma Splice

The truck driver backed his vehicle between two buildings, he did not have more than an inch to spare on either side.

Run-On/Comma Splice

Callie loves playing video games her favorite games are Minecraft and Mario Kart.

Selected Answer:B. Run-On/Comma Splice

What is the purpose of definition writing?

To explore extended definitions of complicated

What are empty descriptors?

Words that mean different things to different people.

Why is it important to address opposing point of views within your argumentative essay?

because you should deal with the whole argument, not just half

Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence:

complete sentence

Facts and data that support reasons in an argumentative essay are called _____

evidence

In definition writing, you should choose simple terms so you can provide specific definitions. true or false?

false

In definition writing, you should rely on the dictionary definition for the basis of your essay. true or false?

false

Narrative writing must be factual.

false

After eating breakfast.

fragment

Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The actor and the actress.

fragment

Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The actor and the actress.

fragment

The worst night of my life.

fragment

What is the purpose of persuasive writing?

persuade

I dropped my phone three times on my way into the building, it didn't break. Selected Answer:B. Run-On/Comma Splice

run-on/comma splice

According to the section in the textbook about definition writing, what is one important term in the workplace that depends on complex and detailed definitions?

sexual harassment

What method of organization is typically used for description essays?

spacial order

The more you can appeal to your readers' senses, the more they will be engaged in your description essay.

true

The most common purpose of a comparison/contrast essay is not to state the obvious but rather to illuminate subtle differences or unexpected similarities.

true

Including ONLY the part of a quotation that supports your point makes your argument _____.

unconvincing

To help readers follow your descriptions, you should __.

use transitions that indicate the arrangement of physical characteristics or appearance

To help readers follow events or actions in narration writing, you should ___.

use transitions that signal shifts in time