English Composition Exam 1
Examples of good sources
-LRC database -google scholar -google books -reputable official websites -(.org or .gov)
What 3 points should be included in an annotated bibliography?
-The first sentence should state what the author's main point is in the source or the section of the source that you are using -The next 2-3 sentences should include further important information from the source. -The last 3-4 sentences should explain how you plan to use the source and particular bits of information from it in your essay.
The 3 basic types of paragraphs
-narrative (tells about an event) -descriptive (vividly describes one subject) -expository (provides info)
A proper paragraph must have
1. One main idea 2. A topic sentence 3. At least 5 sentences or more (total) 4.A closing/concluding sentence 5.Proper indentation and grammar
Choose the answer that completes the sentence correctly.The police arrived on the scene in five minutes _______ waited 20 minutes for a backup to arrive.
; however, they
Choose the answer that completes the sentence correctly.The meeting hasn't ended yet _______ be over shortly.
; it should
What is a cover letter?
A cover letter, also called an application letter or letter of interest, is a letter you write in business letter format to an employer that you send along with your resume when applying for a job.
What is a proctored test?
A test that is administered at an authorized testing location such as your local college or administered with authorized testing software.
How is attendance counted in online classes?
Completing weekly assignments
All work in an online course must be the student's original work or must contain proper citation from an appropriated source; otherwise, it is considered plagiarism. Which of the following is not considered plagiarism?
Following MLA or APA style to acknowledge all references used in a paper
Choose the complete sentence.
George won the district championship.
Who is responsible for completing the paperwork to initiate withdrawal from an online class?
I am (the student)
What is first person?
I, me, my
Whom should I contact to begin the readmission process?
Instructor
Where are assignments located in Canvas?
Modules
What is a thesis statement?
The point that an essay is trying to prove. Also known as the claim or argument.
The first course level offense at Itawamba Community College for a student who violates the Academic Honesty Policy is
The student will receive a "0" for the assignment, test, project, etc.
The first course level offense at Itawamba Community College for a student who violates the Academic Honesty Policy is:
The student will receive a "0" for the assignment, test, project, etc.
I have read and understand the eLearning policies and procedures.
True
What is not a credible source??
Wikipedia
Choose the complete sentence.
Work hard and strive for high goals.
Does the following sentence include a comma splice, or is it correct as written? My father is the principal at the elementary school, he is a good principal.
comma splice
Is the following sentence grammatically correct? The girls' hats are flying off their heads.
correct
Choose the correct pronoun-antecedent agreement for the following sentence. One might say that ____________ ready for school to begin.
he is
Choose the correct pronoun-antecedent agreement for the following sentence. Every student must have _________ pencils.
his or her
Is the following sentence grammatically correct? Did you see those guy's over at the corner table?
incorrect
Where can you find the Calendar?
modules
What is third person?
they
A student is dropped on the ______ absence.
third
Choose the answer that completes the sentence correctly.The 1960s-style rock group Sha-Na-Na once criticized the Fonz on the old television show for being totally _______ they claimed that no self-respecting hood would be nice to adults.
unrealistic, and
What is second person?
you, your