English Final
It is not a mistake to simply ignore points of view that conflict with yours.
False
It is not equally important to give the reader the impression that you are a reasonable person, willing to look at an issue from all sides.
False
On nights when the babysitter was in charge, the children needed to be in bed by *9* o'clock.
False
One e!ective technique is to forget to cite the opposing viewpoint in your thesis statement because it's is not needed in an argumentative essay.
False
When asked if her trainees were prepared to start working, Jackie replied: "*They're* ready."
True
When you are dealing with an issue that your reader feels strongly about, you may need to rebut the opposing argument.
True
You should begin by doing some library research and information on both sides of an issue.
True
Testimonial
this is one of advertisers' most-loved and most used. This capitalizes on the admiration people have for a celebrity to make the product shine more brightly--even though the celebrity is not an expert on the product being sold.
Semicolons are typically used to separate the quoted part of a sentence from the rest of the sentence.
False
Which of these sentences is correct? -"As an expert on "lm" said Jim "I'm certain that Casablanca is the greatest of all time." -"As an expert on "lm", said Jim, "I'm certain that Casablanca is the greatest of all time." -"As an expert on "lm" said Jim, "I'm certain that Casablanca is the greatest of all time." -None of these.
"As an expert on "lm" said Jim, "I'm certain that Casablanca is the greatest of all time."
For his audition, John prepared sixteen bars of *"corner of the sky" from pippin*
"Corner of the Sky" from Pippin
"If only one person was moved by the speech," the principal said, *"It will have been worth it."*
"it will have been worth it."
How many basic types of propaganda are there, according to the reading?
7
Which of these sentences is correct? -Angered by their loss, the team stormed off the field. -Angered by their loss the team stormed off the field. -Angered, by their loss the team stormed off the field. -None of these.
Angered by their loss, the team stormed off the field.
Peter Pan instructed the Darling children that Neverland could be reached by taking "the *2nd* star to the right."
False
_________work with the main verb to make up the complete verb in a sentence.
Auxiliary verbs
This approach works because it appeals to our emotions, not to our minds.
Bandwagon
Regretfully, Richard explained, "If I could go back in time, *I've* have spent more time with my kids."
False
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: Dave is *more taller* than Mike.
False
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used:Mia is the most funniest friend i have; she's often the life of any party.
False
In terms of future plans, *were* saving up to buy a house.
False
It is always enough to not acknowledge other view points and present your own argument.
False
A comma punctuates the end of a complete sentence.
False
After three long days of interviewing, everyone wondered *who's* application would be accepted.
False
Another ine!ective technique is to use one or two sentences in the introduction to acknowledge the alternative position.
False
Apostrophes: Did + not = don't
False
Frustrated by her friend's unhealthy diet, Frieda shouted: "*Your* never going to lose weight if you keep eating pudding!"
False
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: Although Emma Stone had been named Best Actress, Chuck tried to argue that Meryl Streep was betterer.
False
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: "Unchained Melody" is one of the *most hardest* songs to sing.
False
The students studied for the midterm in a lounge outside the * psych dept.*
False
There are 6 strategies you can use to help win over readers whose viewpoint may di!er from yours.
False
We manage to not to absorb advertisers' messages and images into our subconscious mind.
False
We may conclude, after close examination, that propaganda does not send a truthful, worthwhile message.
False
When the line cooks arrived to set up the kitchen, they were shocked to discover that the chefs signature spatula had been stolen in the night.
False
This type of technique uses vague terms that are di$cult to de!ne and that may have di#erent meanings to di#erent people: freedom, democratic, progressive, etc.
Glittering Generalities
Which of these sentences is correct? -Kenneth had serious doubts about both applicants but ultimately hired the one with more experience. -Kenneth had serious doubts about both applicants, but ultimately hired the one with more experience. -None of these.
Kenneth had serious doubts about both applicants, but ultimately hired the one with more experience.
My husband, who is at home with the flu, asked me to pick up a box of *kleenex tissues, a bottle of extra strength Tylenol*, and a jug of orange juice from the supermarket.
Kleenex tissues, a bottle of Extra Strength Tylenol
Which of these sentences is correct? -Layla announced "Tomorrow, I am going to quit my job." - Layla announced, "Tomorrow I am going to quit my job." -Layla announced, "Tomorrow, I am going to quit my job." -None of these.
Layla announced, "Tomorrow, I am going to quit my job."
_________help describe a subject by connecting it to another word.
Linking verbs
This type of propaganda is an e#ective way to damage the opposition whether it is another car maker or a congressional candidate because it arouses feelings of mistrust, fear, and hate in audiences.
Name Calling
In the summers, Eliza supplemented her income by working at *a seafood restaurant in her hometown.*
No change
Which of these sentences is correct? -On February 14 2020 we're getting married at 68 Park Avenue, Los Angeles, California. -On February 14, 2020, we're getting married at 68 Park Avenue, Los Angeles, California. -On February 14, 2020, we're getting married at 68 Park Avenue Los Angeles California. -None of these.
On February 14, 2020, we're getting married at 68 Park Avenue, Los Angeles, California.
In these types of ads, candidates wear hard hats, farmers' caps, and assembly-line coveralls. The ideas is to convince you that they are average people.
Plain Folks
When you point out common ground, you essentially are doing what, exactly?
Pointing out opinions that you share
___________ is a systematic e#ort to in"uence people's opinions, to win them over to a certain vew or side.
Propaganda
_____________simply want people to believe the messages being sent.
Propagandists
According to the section, "Point Out Common Ground", by pointing out the yours and the readers' common ground(s), it is more likely they will be ______ to your idea once they have considered how you and they think alike.
Receptive
Per the section, "Use Tactful, Courteous Language", you should stay away from what type of statements?
Sweeping statements
As illogical as this technique is sometimes it is e#ective propaganda because we like the person much that we like the product too.
Testimonial
Per your text, at what point in your essay should you acknowledge opposing arguments?
The earlier the better
Which of these sentences is correct? -The storm which destroyed most of the state was called "devastating". "relentless", and terrifying by the news media. -The storm which destroyed most of the statem was called "devastating". "relentless", and terrifying by the news media. -The storm which destroyed most of the state was called "devastating" "relentless" and terrifying by the news media.
The stormm which destroyed most of the statem was called "devastating". "relentless", and terrifying by the news media.
Name Calling
This propaganda tactic is used when negatively charged names are hurled against the opposing side or competitor.
"Corner of the Sky" from Pippin
True
A comma often marks a slight pause or break in a sentence.
True
A rebuttal can take (2) di!erent forms.
True
A third technique is to use a paragraph within the body of your essay to summarize opinions in greater detail.
True
Acknowledging other viewpoints strengthens your position in several ways.
True
Admit the merit of one aspect of the other argument while making it clear that you still believe your argument to be stronger overall.
True
Although propaganda may seem relevant only in the political arena, the concept can be applied fruitfully to the way products and ideas are sold in advertising.
True
Amber paid * $46.99* for a used copy of her history textbook.
True
An -ing word by itself is never the verb of a sentence.
True
An indirect quotation is a rewording of someone else's comments rather than a word-for-word direct quotation.
True
Because argument assumes controversy, you have to work especially hard to convince readers of the validity of your position.
True
Because propaganda is so effective, it is important to detect it and understand how it is used.
True
By quickly establishing that you recognize the other side's position, you get your readers on board with you, ready to hear what else you have to say.
True
Card stacking is a difficult form of propaganda both to detect and combat.
True
Commas and periods that end a quotation always go inside the quotation marks.
True
Contractions are formed when two word...
True
Contractions are used to show the omission of letters in a contraction and/or to show ownership or possession.
True
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: Dorothy Parker is a *witty* poet, but Oscar Wilde is perhaps the most clever of all the writers we've read this semester.
True
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: Even though I studied twice as hard, I did *worse* on the SATs the second time I took them.
True
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: Of all the obnoxious people I know, I can't think of anyone I like *lesser* than Liz.
True
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: Though many of her students were poorly behaved, Tina knew that Dominic was the *worst* in the class.
True
Identify whether the underlined adjectives are correctly used: Trey's artwork is more unusual than the work of his classmates, but their professor's is by far the *most unusual.*
True
If Roberta needs her package to arrive by Friday, she must drop it in the mail before *6:30* on Tuesday evening.
True
One study reports that each of us, during an average day, is exposed to over 500 advertising claims of various types.
True
Over the years, it has become customary to leave a * 20* percent tip for restaurant servers.
True
Quotation marks indicate either exact words or titles of short works.
True
Reader will be more likely to consider your viewpoint if you indicate a willingness to consider theirs.
True
Rudy met with his *professor* to appeal his failing grade.
True
The Bandwagon approach in ads, shows a series of people proclaiming, "I'm voting for the senator. I don't know why anyone wouldn't." Again, the audience feels under pressure to conform.
True
According to the text, in an essay that emphasizes argument, you are attempting to persuade readers to_______.
accept your view point
Per your text, it is important to not ________ your audience by referring to them or their opinions in a rude or belittling terms.
anger
I worked ________ to make sure everyone felt welcomed.
carefully
You should pass the quiz________.
easily
David prepared____________ for breakfast.
eggs, bacon, waffles, and pancakes
Identify whether the underlined adjective is correctly used: Although the weather had been bad, we took comfort in the knowledge that it could get *more better*
false
Clear thinking requires hard work: analyzing a claim, researching the facts, examining both sides of an issue, using ________ to see the "aws in an argument.
logic
To rebut means to ________.
point out problems with an opposing view
The train's fourth car had been designated a _________ space for commuters who wish to relax.
quiet
The ________strategy is to admit that the point is a______ one.
strongest/good
Having done your research, you would be in a good position to write a paragraph_________ the opposing viewpoints.
summarizing
In a strange coincidence, Adam's film class was watching *the film Gravity as his fundamentals of physics class was learning about Gravity.*
the film Gravity(itilisized) as his Fundamentals of Physics class was learning about gravity.
Glittering Generalities
this is the opposite of name calling and used when advertisers surround their products with attractive people--and slippery words and phrases.
Transfer
this type of technique is used when advertisers try to improve the image of a product by associating with a symbol most people respect.
Sometimes an opposing argument contains a point whose ________you cannot deny.
validity
In the afternoon, it was Jenna's job to___________________. -walk the dog empty the dishwasher, clean her room and do her homework. -walk the dog, empty the dishwasher, clean her room, and do her homework. -Walk the dog, empty the dishwasher, clean her room and do her homework. -None of these.
walk the dog, empty the dishwasher, clean her room, and do her homework.
Whitney did________on her health exam today.
well