English Composition 1 Final exam

Zachary wants to cite an EBSCO article with no author. Which of the following is the correct format? a. "Hurricanes and Storm Surges." American Weather Research Institute, vol. 5, no. 3, 2005, pp. 1-4. EBSCO, Access No: 13495303. b. Author Unknown. "Hurricanes and Storm Surges." American Weather Research Institute, vol. 5, no. 3, 2005, pp. 1-4. EBSCO, Access No: 13495303. c. EBSCO Article. "Hurricanes and Storm Surges." American Weather Research Institute, vol. 5, no. 3, 2005, pp. 1-4. EBSCO, Access No: 13495303. d. Article Title: "Hurricanes and Storm Surges." American Weather Research Institute, vol. 5, no. 3, 2005, pp. 1-4. EBSCO, Access No: 13495303.

"Hurricanes and Storm Surges." American Weather Research Institute, vol. 5, no. 3, 2005, pp. 1-4. EBSCO, Access No: 13495303.

Which sentence demonstrates correct punctuation of a quote within a quote? a. "My favorite song is Jewel's 'Two Become One,'" said Ronnie. b. "My favorite song is Jewel's Two Become One," said Ronnie. c. "My favorite song is Jewel's 'Two Become One,' said Ronnie." d. "My favorite song is Jewel's "Two Become One,"" said Ronnie.

"My favorite song is Jewel's 'Two Become One,'" said Ronnie.

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? a. "The Road Not Taken" is one of Robert Frost's most famous poems. b. The Road Not Taken is one of Robert Frost's most famous poems. c. "The Road Not Taken" is one of Robert Frost's most famous poems. d. (The Road Not Taken)underline is one of Robert Frost's most famous poems.

"The Road Not Taken" is one of Robert Frost's most famous poems.

What size margins are required for an MLA formatted paper? a. 1 inch b. 1 ½ inches c. ½ inches d. any way you prefer

1 inch

Which of the following passages effectively introduces a quote? a. In a book by Barry Miles, "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397). b. "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397), stated by Barry Miles. c. According to Barry Miles, "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397). d. Barry Miles, "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397).

According to Barry Miles, "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397).

Which of the following sentences demonstrates a quoted source correctly? a. According to Isaac Asimov, "The existence of stars themselves, in no matter how huge a number, does not guarantee the existence of civilizations, or even of life, if only stars exist." (90). b. According to Isaac Asimov, "The existence of stars themselves, in no matter how huge a number, does not guarantee the existence of civilizations, or even of life, if only stars exist" (90). c. According to Isaac Asimov, "The existence of stars themselves, in no matter how huge a number, does not guarantee the existence of civilizations, or even of life, if only stars exist." (Asimov 90). d. According to Isaac Asimov, "The existence of stars themselves, in no matter how huge a number, does not guarantee the existence of civilizations, or even of life, if only stars exist" (Asimov 90).

According to Isaac Asimov, "The existence of stars themselves, in no matter how huge a number, does not guarantee the existence of civilizations, or even of life, if only stars exist" (90).

Which of the following sentences documents a quoted source correctly? a. According to Rhoda Maxwell, "Word and sentence games are both fun and valuable for students of all ages." (368). b. According to Rhoda Maxwell, "Word and sentence games are both fun and valuable for students of all ages" (368). c. According to Rhoda Maxwell, "Word and sentence games are both fun and valuable for students of all ages." (Maxwell 368). d. According to Rhoda Maxwell, "Word and sentence games are both fun and valuable for students of all ages" (Maxwell 368).

According to Rhoda Maxwell, "Word and sentence games are both fun and valuable for students of all ages" (368).

Which of the following sentences documents a quoted source by Philip C. Kolin correctly? a. According to the article "The Mississippi River and Images of the Twenty-First Century South," the river "has been the channel through which major Southern history, music, literature, art, film, travel, legends, and myths flow," (Kolin 5). b. According to the article "The Mississippi River and Images of the Twenty-First Century South," the river "has been the channel through which major Southern history, music, literature, art, film, travel, legends, and myths flow." (Kolin, Philip C. 5). c. According to the article "The Mississippi River and Images of the Twenty-First Century South," the river "has been the channel through which major Southern history, music, literature, art, film, travel, legends, and myths flow" (Kolin 5). d. According to the article "The Mississippi River and Images of the Twenty-First Century South," the river "has been the channel through which major Southern history, music, literature, art, film, travel, legends, and myths flow" (Kolin, 5).

According to the article "The Mississippi River and Images of the Twenty-First Century South," the river "has been the channel through which major Southern history, music, literature, art, film, travel, legends, and myths flow" (Kolin 5).

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? a. After stating that "Literature is language charged with meaning," Pounds asks, "But language"? b. After stating that, "Literature is language charged with meaning," Pounds asks, "But language"? c. After stating that "Literature is language charged with meaning," Pounds asks, "But language?" d. After stating that "Literature is language charged with meaning", Pounds asks, "But language?"

After stating that, "Literature is language charged with meaning," Pounds asks, "But language"?

Which of the following actions constitutes plagiarism? a. Using another student's work and presenting it as one's own. b. Failing to use quotation marks or properly set off an author's exact words. c. Making slight modifications to an author's sentences but presenting the work as one's own. d. All of the above

All of the above

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? a. Although the temperature reached ninety-five the picnic was a huge success. b. Although the temperature reached ninety-five, the picnic was a huge success. c. Although, the temperature reached ninety-five the picnic was a huge success. d. Although the temperature reached ninety-five; the picnic was a huge success.

Although the temperature reached ninety-five the picnic was a huge success

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? a. An early frost damaged the citrus crops, consequently, the price of oranges and grapefruit will be higher this fall. b. An early frost damaged the citrus crops, consequently; the price of oranges and grapefruit will be higher this fall. c. An early frost damaged the citrus crops; consequently, the price of oranges and grapefruit will be higher this fall. d. An early frost damaged the citrus crops consequently the price of oranges and grapefruit will be higher this fall.

An early frost damaged the citrus crops; consequently, the price of oranges and grapefruit will higher this fall

On her Works Cited page, Olivia wants to cite a book by Isaac Asimov. Which of the following is the correct format? a. Isaac Asimov. Extraterrestrial Civilizations. Crown Publishers, Inc. 1979. b. Isaac Asimov. Extraterrestrial Civilizations. New York, Crown Publishers, Inc. 1979. c. Asimov, Isaac. "Extraterrestrial Civilizations." New York, Crown Publishers, Inc. d. Asimov, Isaac. Extraterrestrial Civilizations. Crown Publishers, Inc. 1979.

Asimov, Isaac. Extraterrestrial Civilizations. Crown Publishers, Inc. 1979.

Which of the following passages effectively integrates a quote into the student's own writing? a. "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" by Barry Miles, author of Paul McCartney: Many Years from Now(397). b. "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397), quoted by Barry Miles. c. Barry Miles' opinion "Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397). d. Biographer Barry Miles asserts that "[o]f all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397).

Biographer Barry Miles asserts that "[o]f all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically" (397).

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of apostrophes? a. Dan and Suzanne's restaurant make's the best food in town. b. Dan's and Suzanne's restaurant makes the best food in town. c. Dan and Suzanne's restaurant makes the best food in town. d. Dan and Suzannes restaurant makes the best food in town.

Dan's and Suzanne's restaurant makes the best food in town.

The original passage below was written by Barry Miles and appears in the book Paul McCartney: Many Years from Now on page 397. Which of the student versions listed is acceptable and does not constitute plagiarism?Original Quote"Of all the Beatles, George Harrison had always been the one most attracted to Eastern ideas, both musically and philosophically." a. George Harrison, of all the Beatles, was the one most attracted to the East, both in terms of music and philosophy. b. George Harrison, of all the Beatles, was the one most attracted to the East, both in terms of music and philosophy (Miles 397). c. George Harrison was the member of the Beatles who had been most attracted to Eastern ideas, both philosophically and musically. d. George Harrison was the Beatle most interested in Eastern music and ideas (Miles 397).

George Harrison was the Beatle most interested in Eastern music and ideas (Miles 397).

Identify the thesis in the following introductory paragraph ""I don't understand," the young Swiss skier said to me. "Why do you Americans come to Switzerland to ski when you have a place like Colorado?" The young man had a good point. Ski slopes in Colorado are wider, longer, and have better snow. However, Colorado ski resorts cannot complete with the food, the atmosphere, and the spectacular scenery of a Swiss resort. a. The young man had a good point b."Why do you Americans come to Switzerland to ski when you have a place like Colorado?" c. Ski slopes in Colorado are wider, longer, and have better snow. d. However, Colorado ski resorts cannot compete with the food, the atmosphere, and the spectacular scenery of a Swiss resort.

However, Colorado ski reports complete with the food, the atmosphere and the spectacular scenery of a Swiss resort

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of apostrophes? a. I'm saving money to replace my wife's car. b. I'm saving money to replace my wifes car. c. Im saving money to replace my wifes car. d. Im saving money to replace my wife's car.

I'm saving money to replace my wife's car.

Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of commas? a. John and Mario were working on the car and they are listening to music. b. John and Mario were working on the car, and they are listening to music. c. John and Mario were working on the car and, they are listening to music. d. John, and Mario were working on the car, and they are listening to music.

John and Mario were working on the car, and they are listening to music.

What format is used to write all papers in English classes across most of America? a. APA b. Chicago c. MLA d. Turabien

MLA

Which passage demonstrates the correct punctuation of a direct quotation? a. Mark Twain once said, "I never let my schooling interfere with my education." b. Mark Twain once said. "I never let my schooling interfere with my education." c. Mark Twain once said, "I never let my schooling interfere with my education". d. Mark Twain once said, "I never let my schooling interfere with my education.".

Mark Twain once said, "I never let my schooling interfere with my education."

Which of the following sentences documents a quote correctly? a. Mars is known as the Red Planet because it "shines redly in the reflected light of the sun" (Urdang 213). b. Mars is known as the Red Planet because it "shines redly in the reflected light of the sun (Urdang 213)." c. Mars is known as the Red Planet because it "shines redly in the reflected light of the sun." (Urdang 213). d. Mars is known as the Red Planet because it "shines redly in the reflected light of the sun," (Urdang, Laurence 213).

Mars is known as the Red Planet because it "shines redly in the reflected light of the sun" (Urdang 213).

In the following informal essay plan, which supporting example does not support the thesis statement?THESIS STATEMENT: The city council should ensure that our city park, which has been neglected, is restored to its safe condition. -Body paragraph 1: The undergrowth has grown up around the trees.--Snakes can live in the undergrowth.--Predators can hide in the undergrowth. -Body paragraph 2: The sidewalks are cracked and uneven.--Walkers and joggers can trip and fall.--Bicyclists cannot safely use the bumpy exercise path. -Body paragraph 3: The security lights have burned out.--The darkness increases the chances of being attacked or mugged.--Police officers patrol the area regularly. a. Snakes can live in the undergrowth. b. Walkers or joggers can trip and fall. c. Bicyclists cannot safely use the bumpy exercise path. d. Police officers patrol the area regularly.

Police officers patrol the area regularly

Which of the following represents correct indention for a Works Cited entry? a. Smith, John. The Crazy Life of an English Composition Teacher: My First Year in the Trenches. Harvard UP, 1998. b. Smith, John. The Crazy Life of an English Composition Teacher: My First Year in the Trenches. Harvard UP, 1998. c. Smith, John. The Crazy Life of an English Composition Teacher: My First Year in the Trenches. Harvard UP, 1998.

Smith, John. The Crazy Life of an English Composition Teacher: My First Year in the Trenches. Harvard UP, 1998.

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly? a. That man over there a university football coach was delightful to meet. b. That man over there, a university football coach, was delightful to meet. c. That man, over there a university football coach, was delightful to meet. d. That man, over there, a university football coach was delightful to meet

That man over there, a university football coach, was delightful to meet.

Identify the problem in the thesis statement below In this essay, I will discuss the chief causes of last month's train accident. a.The thesis is too broad. b.The thesis makes an announcement. c.The thesis lacks a controlling idea. d.The thesis is too narrow.

The thesis makes an announcement

A list of sources that you cited in your paper is called a. Working Bibliography b. Annotated Bibliography c. Works Cited d. Sources List

Works Cited

To evaluate a source, a. determine whether the author is an expert in the subject. b. determine whether the author shows any bias. c. check to see whether the information is current. d. all of the above

all of the above

When you paraphrase and/or quote and cite information from a source, you a. directly state a person's exact words with quotation marks. b. condense the main ideas of another work. c. use your own words to present someone else's ideas. d. all of the above

all of the above

Whether you are paraphrasing or summarizing, always a. try to use your own style and vocabulary. b. maintain the original meaning or intent of the author. c. avoid including your own opinions. d. all of the above

all of the above

The basic difference between a paragraph and an essay is that a. a paragraph explores a topic more in depth than an essay. b.an essay explores a topic more in depth than a paragraph. c.a paragraph has introductory information to engage the reader's interest. d an essay begins with a topic sentence.

an essay explores a topic more in depth than a paragraph

The structure of an essay generally consist of a. a topic sentence and supporting ideas. b. one longer paragraph with a topic sentence and a concluding sentence. c. an introductory paragraph, several body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph. d. only one body paragraph.

an introductory paragraph, several body paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph

A phrase within your own sentence that gives credit to a source is called a. attributive tag. b. parenthetical citation. c. summary. d. author mention.

attributive tag.

The thesis statement introduces the topic of the essay and a. avoids revealing the controlling idea. b.states a well-known fact or common knowledge. c.declares the controlling idea or argument of the paper. d.announces directly what the essay will prove to the reader.

declares the controlling idea or argument of the paper

choose the most effective thesis statement below a.Fashion mistakes made by men who work as fashion consultants. b.This essay will explain the benefits of massage therapy. c.There are many zoos in America. d. Despite high-speed traffic, freeways are safer than secondary highways.

despite high speed traffic, freeways are safer then secondary highways

When you use a quote from a source, you a. directly state a person's exact words with quotation marks. b. condense the main ideas of another work. c. use your own words to present someone else's ideas. d. all of the above.

directly state a person's exact words with quotation marks.

While a direct quote uses quotation marks and presents an author's words exactly, an indirect quote a. uses quotation marks but leaves out certain words or phrases. b. does not use quotation marks and includes your interpretations of the author's meaning. c. uses quotation marks but is your summary of the author's key points. d. keeps the author's meaning but is not set off by quotation marks.

does not use quotation marks and includes your interpretations of the author's meaning.

What are the spacing requirements for an MLA formatted paper? a. double-spaced except for the Works Cited page b. double-spaced throughout c. single-spaced throughout d. single-spaced within paragraphs and double-spaced between paragraphs

double-spaced throughout

In an essay, the conclusion is a final paragraph that a. emphasizes the validity and importance of your thinking. b. repeats the thesis word-for-word. c. introduces a new point of discussion. d. contradicts the controlling idea.

emphasizes the validity and importance of your thinking

All of the following are effective suggestions for writing a concluding statement of an essay except a. an evaluation of the importance of the essay's subject. b. end with a statement that questions or contradicts the main point. c. an anecdote or brief example that emphasizes or sums up the point of the essay. d. a forecast based on the essay's thesis.

end with a statement that questions or contradicts the main point

When should you use ellipsis points (...) in quotation? a. for omitting words or sentence within a quote b. for the information you do not understand c. to insert clarification or your own remarks into a quote d. to set off a quotation of more than four lines

for omitting words or sentence within a quote

The Works Cited page provides detailed publication information and is most commonly arranged a. in the order in which the sources appear in the paper b. in alphabetical order by the authors' last names c. in alphabetical order according to the titles of documents. d. from earliest dates published to the latest date published.

in alphabetical order by the authors' last names

Using someone else's words or ideas without giving that person credit is called a. academic privilege. b. plagiarism c. paraphrasing. d. summary.

plagiarism

What verb tense is used in referring to an author's words in an article or other source? a. past tense b. present tense c. present perfect tense d. future tense

present tense

an essay is a. a series of sentences about one central idea. b. a series of sentences about two or more central ideas. c. a series of paragraphs about one central idea. d. a series of no more than three paragraphs.

series of paragraphs about one central idea

Which sentence in the following passage creates a lack of unity? Celery is more than just a diet food; it adds texture and flavor to both hot and cold foods. Celery is often used to add a little crunch in green salads, but it is also popular in tuna and chicken salad sandwiches. In addition, celery adds a unique flavor when cooked; thus, it makes an excellent addition to soups and casseroles. Some people claim that celery also has natural medicinal qualities. Whatever its use, a few stalks of celery should be in every refrigerator. a. Celery is often used to add a little crunch in green salads, but it's also popular in tuna and chicken salad sandwiches. b. In addition, celery adds a unique flavor when cooked; thus, it makes an excellent addition to soups and casseroles. c. Some people claim that celery also has natural medicinal qualities. d. Whatever its use, a few stalks of celery should be in every refrigerator.

some people claim that celery also has natural medicinal qualities

In an essay, the topic sentence in each body paragraph should a.support the thesis statement. b.introduce new information not mentioned in the thesis statement. c.repeat the entire thesis statement. d.begin with a numeral or letter.

support the thesis statement

When citing a source that has not been introduced by mentioning the author's name (assuming one source by one author in the paginated document), what information should be included in the parenthetical citation? a. the author's full name, the title of the source, and the page number b. the author's full name and the page number c. the author's last name and the page number d. the author's last name and the title of the document

the author's last name and page number

Choose the correct word for the sentence below. The twins left ______ backpacks on the bus. a. their b. they're c. they are d. there

their

When you summarize and cite information from a source, you a. directly state a person's exact words with quotation marks. b. condense the main ideas of another work. c. use your own words to present someone else's ideas. d. all of the above.

use your own words to present someone else's ideas.