English 1101
All of the movie ________ boring to me. A. was B. were
A.
Are those car keys ________? A. yours B. your's C. your
A.
All of the students at the school ________ before class for their test. A. studies B. study
B.
At the first meeting, the committee voted on ________ bylaws. A. it's B. their C. its
C.
Taking small bits of information from the Internet/Web and using it as my own work or to complete an assignment is plagiarism.
True
A paragraph that contains sentences that are beyond its scope suffers from which of the following flaw? A. A shift in tone B. A shift in focus C. Lack of relevant examples D. Underdevelopment
B.
I left instructions for Damon and ________. A. herself B. her C. she
B.
Mr. Hamilton gave ________ a pop quiz in math class. A. we B. us C. ourselves
B.
My cat and my dog ________ like best friends. A. is B. are
B.
My mailman, ________ I have known for twenty years, retired last week. A. who B. whom
B.
On top of the shelf ________ many glass figurines. A. sits B. sit
B.
Ronald and ________ attended the conference in Baltimore. A. me B. I C. myself
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Gregg said, I haven't eaten fast food in over a year. B. Gregg said, "I haven't eaten fast food in over a year." C. Gregg said "I haven't eaten fast food in over a year."
B.
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Even though I've always been good at math, it's not my favorite subject.
Complete Sentence
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: My brother really loves spinach, but I hate it.
Complete Sentence
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Some of the workers are going on strike; however, most of them are still going to work.
Complete Sentence
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The student could type very quickly.
Complete Sentence
If someone said something in a lecture or on TV, I don't have to cite it because it is not written.
False
What is the purpose of persuasive writing? A. To inform B. To persuade C. To tell a story D. To explain a process
B.
When ________ your cousins coming to visit? A. is B. are
B.
Which of the following is a correct in-text citation? A. (Smith, 47) B. (Smith 47) C. (Smith p. 47) D. (Smith, Jane 47)
B.
The team will play ________ first game on Saturday. A. their B. it's C. its
C.
It is next to impossible for someone to prove that information I used in a class assignment came from somewhere on the Internet/Web.
False
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The woman walking her puppy on a leash.
Fragment
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The worst night of my life.
Fragment
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: To pass this class.
Fragment
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Judy's kids were sick, she stayed home to take care of them.
Run-on/comma splice
Copying anything from the Internet/Web and using it as my own work is considered plagiarism.
True
________ you going to the concert this weekend? A. Is B. Are
B.
I can't figure out ________ left the note on my desk. A. who B. whom
A.
Nobody ________ faster than my sister. A. runs B. run
A.
________ drove for over five hours to visit her sister. A. She B. Herself C. Her
A.
Mrs. Renfroe allowed ________ to use their textbooks while taking the test. A. they B. themselves C. them
C.
If I download something from the Internet/Web and change only a few words and phrase, I can use that information as my own for class assignments.
False
Everybody ________ going on the work retreat. A. is B. are
A.
The company gave ________ employees annual pay raises. A. it's B. its C. their
B.
If you and ________ go to the theater at nine o'clock, what movies will be playing? A. me B. myself C. I
C.
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: I dropped my phone three times on my into the building, it didn't break.
Run-on/comma splice
They ________ Jane's grandparents. A. is B. are
B.
Which transition word is used to show contrast? A. Likewise B. Unlike C. Similarly D. Additionally
B.
________ car was nearly hit by a fallen tree during last night's storm. A. They B. Theirs C. Their
C.
Each doctor ________ spent many years in school. A. has B. have
A.
Mark and ________ went to the workshop. A. he B. himself C. him
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Jessica has lived in Atlanta, Georgia, for over twenty years. B. Jessica has lived in Atlanta, Georgia for over twenty years. C. Jessica has lived in Atlanta Georgia for over twenty years.
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. The sweet, spicy sauce was the best that I'd ever tasted. B. The sweet spicy sauce was the best that I'd ever tasted. C. The sweet, spicy, sauce was the best that I'd ever tasted.
A.
On a Works Cited page, an author's name should... A. be listed as "First name Last name" (Stephen King). B. be listed as "Last name, First name" (King, Stephen). C. include titles such as Dr., Sir, or Saint. D. include degrees such as PhD, MA, or DDS.
B.
According to MLA guidelines, how must an outside source used in a research paper be documented? A. With in-text citations only B. With a Works Cited page only C. With both in-text citations and a Works Cited page D. With footnotes
C.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Dr. Winston, who teaches algebra at the university volunteers at the shelter every weekend. B. Dr. Winston who teaches algebra at the university volunteers at the shelter every weekend. C. Dr. Winston, who teaches algebra at the university, volunteers at the shelter every weekend.
C.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Taylor's favorite subjects are, English and chemistry. B. Taylor's favorite subjects are English, and chemistry.C. C. Taylor's favorite subjects are English and chemistry.
C.
What does "plagiarizing" mean according to the CGTC Catalog? A. To misunderstand the directions of a writing assignments B. To use information from internet sources in a research paper C. To use someone else's ideas or words as one's own, without giving appropriate credit using quotation marks, if necessary, and citing the source(s)
C.
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The sales manager has not set a time for the meeting.
Compete Sentence
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Alisha passed her licensing exam last week.
Complete Sentence
I do not have to cite the source of numerical data or graphs because it is common knowledge.
False
If I buy a paper from an Internet/Web site that sells such things, my chance of being caught for plagiarism is small.
False
If I find a newspaper article on the Internet/Web, I can use it in my work without reference because it is in an electronic form.
False
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Which was the best part of the movie.
Fragment
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Andrea's brother has two children, her sister has four children.
Run-on/comma splice
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Callie loves playing video games her favorite games are Minecraft and Mario Kart.
Run-on/comma splice
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: I am almost finished with college, my dream is to open my own business.
Run-on/comma splice
If I download a graphic without the author's permission, it is a violation of copyright even if I cite the source.
True
Many students commit plagiarism because they are too busy or do not think their work is good enough to do well.
True
Plagiarism is using the ideas and words of someone else as my own work without citing the original work.
True
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. My favorite flavors of ice cream are mint chocolate chip, strawberry, and butter pecan. B. My favorite flavors of ice cream are mint chocolate chip, strawberry and butter pecan. C. My favorite flavors of ice cream are mint chocolate chip strawberry and butter pecan.
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. My instructor told me that students should study three hours for every hour they are in class. B. My instructor told me that "Students should study three hours for every hour they are in class." C. My instructor told me that, students should study three hours for every hour they are in class.
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. My mother always said, "Nothing good ever happens after 2 a.m." B. My mother always said that "Nothing good ever happens after 2 a.m." C. My mother always said "Nothing good ever happens after 2 a.m."
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. We spent weeks planning the party for Jessie and everyone had a great time. B. We spent weeks planning the party for Jessie, and everyone had a great time. C. We spent weeks planning the party for Jessie and, everyone had a great time.
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. When Jordan stopped at the intersection she saw her friend leaving a nearby store. B. When Jordan stopped at the intersection, she saw her friend leaving a nearby store. C. When, Jordan stopped at the intersection she saw her friend leaving a nearby store.
B.
The employees ________ very hard every week. A. works B. work
B.
The performers in the play ________ to the audience. A. bows B. bow
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Without a doubt that movie, was the worst I've ever seen. B. Without a doubt that movie was the worst I've ever seen. C. Without a doubt, that movie was the worst I've ever seen.
C.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. You can use books periodicals databases and films in a research paper. B. You can use books, periodicals, databases and films in a research paper. C. You can use books, periodicals, databases, and films in a research paper.
C.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. My favorite NFL team is the Atlanta Falcons but I am also a fan of the Green Bay Packers. B. My favorite NFL team is the Atlanta Falcons but, I am also a fan of the Green Bay Packers. C. My favorite NFL team is the Atlanta Falcons, but I am also a fan of the Green Bay Packers.
C.
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Because it was our anniversary, we went out for dinner and dancing.
Complete Sentence
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: When Greg came home for lunch, he realized that his air conditioner was broken.
Complete Sentence
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Jake wanted to vote in the upcoming election.
Complete Sentence
If a source has three authors, what would the in-text citation look like? A. (Prater et al. 83) B. (Prater 83) C. (Prater and others 83) D. (Prater+ 83)
A.
Our basketball team ________ not lost a game all season. A. has B. have
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. "I want to go to medical school after I finish my four-year degree," Cheryl said to her parents. B. I want to go to medical school after I finish my four-year degree, Cheryl said to her parents. C. "I want to go to medical school after I finish my four-year degree" Cheryl said to her parents.
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. I told you that I didn't like pepperoni pizza. B. I told you that, I didn't like pepperoni pizza. C. I told you that, "I didn't like pepperoni pizza."
A.
Some of the pizza ________ left in the refrigerator. A. is B. are
A.
That pair of sunglasses belongs to ________. A. me B. I C. myself
A.
The Smiths were concerned about ________ children. A. their B. them C. they
A.
The award was a great honor for ________. A. me B. myself C. I
A.
The indefinite pronouns anybody, everybody, somebody, anyone, everyone, and someone are considered ________. A. singular B. plural
A.
The manager told Tasha and ________ to stay late to do inventory. A. me B. I C. myself
A.
The student ________ spent three weeks on the essay made an A. A. who B. whom
A.
To compare means to _______. A. Find similarities B. Find differences C. Find both similarities and differences D. Find causes
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. I want to write my research paper, on cyberbullying or homelessness. B. I want to write my research paper on cyberbullying or homelessness. C. I want to write my research paper on cyberbullying, or homelessness.
B.
Some of the cars ________ to avoid the tree branches on the road. A. swerves B. swerve
B.
Tabitha told ________ to bring napkins and paper plates to the reception. A. myself B. me C. I
B.
The indefinite pronouns both, few, many, and several are considered ________. A. singular B. plural
B.
To ________ should I send the last invitation? A. who B. whom
B.
To contrast means to _______. A. Find similarities B. Find differences C. Find both similarities and differences D. Find causes
B.
Choose the sentence that expresses a debatable claim Because whole grains are an essential part of a healthy diet, we should eat them. Things have changed since the 1990s. Back then, people were warned to avoid "carbs" if they wanted to maintain a healthy weight. Today, most nutritionists believe that whole, unrefined grains are one of the keys to a balanced and healthy diet. A. Things have changed since the 1990s. B. Back then, people were warned to avoid "carbs" if they wanted to maintain a healthy weight. C. Because whole grains are an essential part of a healthy diet, we should eat them.
C.
If the source you are using in your paper does not have an author, what should you use for the in-text citation? A. Use the phrase No Author in italics, plus the page number B. Use the abbreviation N.A. for "no author," plus the page number C. An abbreviated title (the first few key words of the title) of the work/source, plus the page number D. You do not have to include an in-text citation
C.
________ is the best teacher I've ever had. A. Her B. Herself C. She
C.
"Ours is an ethically, religiously, and racially diverse society. The white European Protestants, black slaves, and Native Americans who made up the bulk of the U.S. population when the first census was taken in 1790 were joined by Catholic immigrants from Ireland and German in the 1840s and 1850s. In the 1870s, Chinese migrated to America drawn by jobs in railroad construction..." Which of the following organizational patterns corresponds to the paragraph above? A. Emphatic B. Spatial C. Simple to complex D. Chronological
D.
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: After eating breakfast.
Fragment
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: And didn't answer every question on the exam.
Fragment
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: Because I love chocolate.
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: Teresa was late for dance team practice she apologized several times to her coach.
Run-on/comma splice
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The telephone connection was very poor I had to redial the number.
Run-on/comma splice
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: 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
Giving an incorrect reference for information I use is plagiarism.
True
Darla prepared dinner for Max and ________. A. me B. myself C. I
A.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Paul walked to the store, bought a loaf of bread, and went to the pond to feed the ducks. B. Paul walked to the store bought a loaf of bread and went to the pond to feed the ducks. C. Paul walked to the store, bought a loaf of bread and went to the pond to feed the ducks.
A.
Dennis and Max ________ every time they are together. A. argues B. argue
B.
Here ________ the assignments that I have completed. A. is B. are
B.
The instructions for the assignment ________ clear. A. was B. were
B.
The manager or the employees ________ responsible for cleaning each day. A. is B. are
B.
In MLA documentation, an in-text citation will usually consist of what two pieces of information? A. Author's full name and page number B. Website name and URL address of online article C. Author's last name and page number D. Author's last name and URL address of online article
C.
How can a comparison/contrast essay be organized? A. subject by subject B. point by point C. combination of subject by subject or point by point D. all of the above
D.
Which of the following describes the primary use of examples? A. To grab the reader's interest by connecting it to a personal story B. To pull the reader into a sensory experience C. To outline the best way to accomplish a task D. To make writing interesting, persuasive, and clear
D.
Tabitha ________ that the project still needs work. A. feels B. feel
A.
The car or the truck ________ to be washed this afternoon. A. needs B. need
A.
The man with big hands ________ trouble finding gloves that fit. A. has B. have
A.
The nurse ________ several vials of my blood. A. takes B. take
A.
There ________ my dream house by the lake. A. is B. are
A.
Which of the following would be the correct entry on a Works Cited page for an article from an online database? A. Block, Alex Ben. "The Real Force Behind Star Wars." Hollywood Reporter, vol.418, no.6, 2012, pp 88-91. Business Source Complete, www.hollywoodreporter.com/ news/george-lucas-star-wars-288513. Accessed 23 July 2016. B. Block, A. The Real Force Behind Star Wars. Hollywood Reporter 418.6 (2012): 88-91. Business Source Complete. 23 Jul. 2016. C. Alex Ben Block. "The Real Force Behind Star Wars." Hollywood Reporter 418.6 (2012): 88-91.
A.
Barbara is looking at the first draft of her essay about how people overuse mobile devices. She feels that her fourth paragraph, which asserts the dangers of texting while driving and supports that claim with a statistic, is too general. What could she do to make this paragraph more compelling? A. Switch her point of view from first person singular to first person plural B. Provide specific examples from people who have gotten hurt by drivers who are texting C. Use signal devices like "once" that indicates the passage of time D. Change her tone so that it is more conversational and less weighty
B.
In your research paper, you have used sources by two different authors with the same last name, Bernice Thomas and Christopher Thomas. What would your in-text citations for these sources look like? A. (Thomas #1 388) and (Thomas #2 76) B. (B. Thomas 388) and (C. Thomas 76) C. (Bernice 388) and (Christopher 76) D. (Bernice T. 388) and (Christopher T. 76)
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Carlos studied for his algebra test and, his English exam. B. Carlos studied for his algebra test and his English exam. C. Carlos studied for his algebra test, and his English exam.
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Christy has vacationed in Italy, Greece, Egypt and Spain. B. Christy has vacationed in Italy, Greece, Egypt, and Spain. C. Christy has vacationed in Italy Greece Egypt and Spain.
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. I plan to graduate, in May 2020. B. I plan to graduate in May 2020. C. I plan to graduate in May, 2020.
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. In conclusion my proposal for the project would be the most cost effective. B. In conclusion, my proposal for the project would be the most cost effective. C. In conclusion my proposal for the project would be the most, cost effective.
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Jameisha is a trustworthy hardworking employee. B. Jameisha is a trustworthy, hardworking employee. C. Jameisha is a trustworthy, hardworking, employee.
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. September, 11, is a day that everyone in the U.S. will remember. B. September 11 is a day that everyone in the U.S. will remember. C. September 11, is a day that everyone in the U.S. will remember.
B.
The following is a source on your Works Cited page: "Reality TV Is Messing With Your Head." Scholastic Choices, vol. 28, no 6, 2012. Academic Search Complete, choices.scholastic.com/story/reality-tv-messing-your- head. Accessed 1 October 2016. What would the in-text citation for this source look like? A. (Reality TV) B. ("Reality TV") C. (No Author) D. (Scholastic Choices)
B.
The members of the committee ________ turns speaking at the meeting. A. takes B. take
B.
What is the purpose of details and examples in an illustration/example essay? A. They express what the five senses experience B. They convince others that your opinions are valid C. They group large items into smaller groups D. They provide directions through a series of steps
B.
Which of the following is an appropriate claim for a brief argument project? A. Training a dog is often necessary; after all, owners want dogs with which they can pleasantly share a house, a car, or a walk. B. 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. C. Aversive training techniques can cause damage to dogs, and there are many alternatives to this type of training. D. Rewards and punishment can be used to train dogs, and both have positive and negative aspects.
B.
Which of the following statements is an appropriate claim for a brief argument project? A. In many parts of Europe, children start learning second languages in elementary school. B. Because instantaneous communication and international trade are important for businesses, business students should learn to speak more than one language. C. Many governments pay young college graduates from English-speaking countries a salary and expenses to come live in their country for a year and teach English. D. In the United States, most students do not begin studying a foreign language until age 14.
B.
Which of the following statements is an example of expert testimony used as evidence? A. In the United States, there are approximately 500,000 miles of long-distance pipelines. On the face of things, it would seem as if pipeline transmission would be quite dangerous, simply because there are so many pipelines. B. According to the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, pipelines are undoubtedly the safest way to transport petroleum products. C. A massive derailment in North Dakota ignited the train's contents and sent a fireball 100 feet into the air.
B.
Which of the following would be the correct entry on a Works Cited page for a book with one author? A. Harris, Dean M. "Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Law and Ethics." 2008. B. Harris, Dean M. Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Law and Ethics. Penguin, 2008. C. Harris, D. Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Law and Ethics. Penguin.
B.
Which of the following would make the best topic for an illustration/example essay? A. How the Revolutionary War begun B. How Martin Luther King Jr. inspired people C. What the Northern Lights look like D. How to change the strings on a guitar
B.
Why is it important to address opposing point of views within your argumentative essay? A. because if you do not, your readers may become angry B. because you should deal with the whole argument, not just half C. because doing this will help you meet the page D. length requirement for your essay because it is a part of the process of argument
B.
Why is it important to address opposing point of views within your argumentative essay? A. because if you do not, your readers may become angry B. because you should deal with the whole argument, not just half C. because doing this will help you meet the page length requirement for your essay D. because it is a part of the process of argument
B.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. "Don't forget" the instructor said "to take your flash drive with you after class." B. Don't forget, the instructor said, to take your flash drive with you after class. C. "Don't forget," the instructor said, "to take your flash drive with you after class."
C.
Select the correctly punctuated sentence. A. Tevon missed too many days of class so he will have to withdraw for the semester. B. Tevon missed too many days of class so, he will have to withdraw for the semester. C. Tevon missed too many days of class, so he will have to withdraw for the semester.
C.
Well-chosen examples are an essay's __________. A. thesis B. conclusion C. building blocks D. downfall
C.
Which of the following essay exam questions suggest illustration/example essay? A. Identify the stages of photosynthesis. B. What caused the United States to enter WWII? C. Is the U.S. economy improving or declining. Provide examples. D. Describe the symptoms and treatment protocol for measles.
C.
Which of the following statements is an example of numerical data used as evidence? A. Most people would agree that health care expenses are rising rapidly. B. According to the Health Institute of America, health insurance is defined as "coverage that provides for the payments of benefits as a result of sickness or injury." C. Health-insurance premiums have risen by more than twenty percent over the past three years, although the rate of increase has slowed this year. D. One of our employees has been unable to purchase health insurance in the past but will now be able to afford it.
C.
A superintendent is making the case that she is helping to improve the school system. As evident for her role in this improvement, she cites an example of a student from a failing school who got a full scholarship to an esteemed university. Eighty percent of the students from this particular school do not go on to college, and many do not graduate at all. What is the flaw in the superintendent's choice of example? A. It is not a relevant example. B. It is not a specific example. C. It is not a dramatic example. D. It is not a representative example.
D.
Read the topic sentence below. Then, choose the answer that best illustrates its point. Alice Walker's novel The Color Purple still appeals to people today. A. Readers today enjoy her book because they just like it. B. The novel The Color Purple was very popular with audiences during the 20th century. C. People still appreciate Alice Walker's writing. D. Not only was there a movie based on the novel, but recently, a number of Broadway plays and parodies have been made based on the novel.
D.
What is wrong with the argument in the passage below? New York City's stop-and-frisk policy should be retained because it has been extremely useful in fighting crime. Under this policy, police can stop a person and frisk him or her if they merely suspect the person might have been involved in a crime. Since the policy was instituted, the crime rate has fallen precipitously—according to the official New York Police Department crime statistics, the overall drop is more than 80 percent. A. It misuses a statistic to overstate the amount of crime committed in New York City. B. It assumes that because one person commits a crime, others will do so as well. C. It uses an incorrect appeal to the New York Police Department as an authority. D. It assumes that the police policy was the cause of the drop in crime.
D.
Which of the following direct quotations is correctly formatted, punctuated, and documented? A. In 2011, the Star Wars franchise raked in $3 billion in licensing revenue (Block, 88). B. In 2011, the Star Wars franchise "raked in $3 billion in licensing revenue." (Block 88) C. In 2011, the Star Wars franchise "raked in $3 billion in licensing revenue," (Block 88). D. In 2011, the Star Wars franchise "raked in $3 billion in licensing revenue" (Block 88).
D.
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 False
True
