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Select the topic that would be appropriate for an argumentative paper.
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D4owqunelsotaiodnPsrwacetriceeaMnsiwleesrteodnecoPrDreFctly. 7 questions were answered incorrectly. 1
Select the topic that would be appropriate for an argumentative paper.
Why cloning is unethical
How water pollution affects fish
The top five causes of heart disease
How to crochet a blanket
CONCEPT
Writing an Effective Argumentative Essay 2
Match the term about incorporating evidence to the example from the paragraph.
Translation
Context
A.
"Simulation of violence in video games translates into real life violence for children who frequently play such games. They are unable to separate the violence in games from real life and assume that because violence is acceptable in the game, it is also acceptable in real life."
B.
"According to Jasmine Phillips (2009), a child psychologist who specializes in violent behaviors...."
C.
"This implies that children are unable to distinguish between what is acceptable in a game and what is acceptable in reality, and the behaviors they simulate in the games become reflections of behaviors they simulate in real life.”
She is now ready to move on to which stage of the writing process?
Drafting
Editing
Proofreading
Revising
Rate each example of feedback as either constructive or non-constructive.
= Correct Answer
= Incorrect Answer
Non-constructive feedback
Constructive feedback
"I don't agree with your thesis statement." "Good job. Everything looks great."
CONCEPT
Giving and Receiving Feedback 5
Select the true statement about reflection in writing.
During reflection, a writer might consider what he/she learned from the writing.
Generally, only new writers reflect upon their writing in order to improve their writing skills.
During reflection, a writer determines how a piece of writing should be organized.
Reflection is a required part of the writing process.
Select the option that corrects the wordiness and vague language in this sentence without removing necessary information.
Carlotta promised Anna she would clean the kitchen, but like every other time, she never followed through.
Carlotta promised Anna she would clean the kitchen, but just like each and every time, she never did it.
Carlotta promised Anna she would clean the kitchen like every other time before, but she never did clean.
Carlotta promised Anna she would clean, but like every other time before, she never did it.
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Select the option that accurately describes a thesis statement.
A thesis statement can appear at any place in an essay as long as it is well supported.
A thesis statement includes at least three main points.
A thesis statement indicates what kinds of evidence the essay will rely on.
A thesis statement may need to be revised as the essay evolves.
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Paragraph 1: Makes points that claim running marathons regularly is bad for your health and can lead to damaged joints and heart damage, among other risks.
Paragraph 2: Makes points that claim running marathons and other types of high intensity exercise are beneficial to health and may even help to prolong life.
Choose the transitional sentence that effectively connects the ideas in the two paragraphs.
Some research suggests that running in cold weather, especially in below freezing temperatures, may have negative impacts on the runner's health.
Despite information that implies marathons are bad for one's health, there are many reasons why participating in this type of exercise is beneficial to one's health.
In addition, other types of exercises such as swimming, biking or even walking can have significant health benefits.
Those who regularly run in marathons or participate in intense exercise will be more healthy and will live longer lives than those who do not run in marathons.
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Which of the following describes the outlining strategy for prewriting?
Creating a linear plan that lays out the structural organization of the essay
Generating complete thoughts and sentences about the topic
Jotting down any words that come to mind without censoring yourself
Drawing a map connecting the topic to subtopics and support
10
Match the method of applying evidence to the corresponding scenario.
Quoting
Paraphrasing
A.
Ashley likes the way the author phrases a certain sentence, so she includes it in her essay using the exact words, adds quotation marks at the beginning and end of the phrase, and cites the source.
B.
Priscilla finds an article and wants to introduce a brief overview of the article's general idea in her essay. She gives the author credit to ensure that the reader is aware that the information came from another source.
C.
Phillip puts the content he read from a blog post into his own words, but maintains the author’s original meaning in the process. He also ensures that he properly cites the source.
11
Briana is writing an argumentative essay about keeping orcas (killer whales) in captivity.
Choose the best working thesis statement for her essay.
Keeping orcas in captivity for the amusement of humans is a barbaric practice that should be stopped.
When I was a child we often visited Sea World, and the orcas were my favorite attraction.
Orcas, beautiful whales commonly known by their distinctive black and white coloring, are staples as captive animals in zoos and aquariums across the world.
As of October 2015, there are 58 captive orcas in eight countries around the world.
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Match the type of essay conclusion to the appropriate writing situation.
A conclusion that looks to the future of the issue
A conclusion that summarizes the essay
A.
Amara is writing an essay about polio, which was cured years ago by the invention of the polio vaccine.
B.
Mia is writing an essay about endangered species and wants to highlight the larger impact that extinction may have on Earth.
C.
Jamal is writing an in-depth and very content- heavy essay for his literature class in which he puts forth multiple arguments.
13
Match each rhetorical appeal to the statement it represents.
Pathos
Ethos
A.
If cloning experiments often fail, it will likely be many years before science develops a process that consistently produces viable cloned organisms.
B.
According to experts on genetics, human cloning has many risks and not many benefits.
C.
We are talking about experimenting with a human being, so we must ask ourselves if it is ethical to tamper with a human life, potentially causing pain and suffering.
Rhetorical Appeals 14
Rate each scenario as an example of either revising, editing, or proofreading.
= Correct Answer
= Incorrect Answer
Revising Editing Proofreading
Research more evidence or support for the thesis statement. Add or modify transitions to connect ideas between paragraphs. Address grammatical errors.
CONCEPT
Revising, Editing and Proofreading 15
Identify the thesis statement that is argumentative.
Abraham Lincoln was an influential person in United States history.
Diet and exercise are two very effective ways to maintain body weight.
Agriculture is one of the leading industries in the Midwestern portion of the United States.
After the age of 65, all drivers should be required to pass a driving test to retain driving privileges.
CONCEPT
Argumentative Essays 16
Select the activity that is required for an academic essay.
Johan includes statistical data to support his claims.
Megan writes a conclusion that does more than simply restate her thesis.
Catelyn uses rhetorical appeals to make a point.
Emily includes a story about her personal experience with the topic.
.
CONCEPT
Basic Essay Structure 17
Rate the following topics as either too broad, too narrow, or appropriate for a 2-3 page essay in a Literature course.
= Correct Answer
= Incorrect Answer
Shakespeare’s plays
Analysis of one theme present in Shakespeare's play, The Merchant of Venice
Imagery in lines 9-12 of Shakespeare's Sonnet 18
Too narrow
Too broad
Appropriate
CONCEPT
Defining Your Essay Topic 18
Which of the following is a good source to use as researched evidence for an argumentative essay on the behavioral effects of violence in video games?
A recent psychological study on how exposure to violent images affects the brain
A blog post reviewing the design quality of a controversial video game
A survey of 15 teenage gamers in which most respondents stated that violence in games has no impact on their behavior
A description of the nightmare your younger sibling once had after playing a particular video game
CONCEPT
Types of Evidence 19
Rank the writer’s questions as relevant to revising for structure, revising for focus, or revising for clarity.
= Correct Answer
= Incorrect Answer
Revising for Clarity
Revising for Focus
Revising for Structure
Are there any irrelevant details that should be removed?
Are there any gaps in logic that make the essay difficult to follow?
Is the approach used in the conclusion a good fit for this essay?
CONCEPT
Revising and Revising Strategies 20
Select the option that correctly uses "it's" and "its."
Its been raining all day. The bird popped it's head out of the tree to see if the sun was shining yet. A worm wiggled it's way out of the muddy ground.
It’s been raining all day. The bird popped its head out of the tree to see if the sun was shining yet. A worm wiggled its way out of the muddy ground.
It’s been raining all day. The bird popped it's head out of the tree to see if the sun was shining yet. A worm wiggled its way out of the muddy ground.
Its been raining all day. The bird popped its head out of the tree to see if the sun was shining yet. A worm wiggled it's way out of the muddy ground.
CONCEPT
Commonly Confused Words 21
Andy rewrites his thesis statement to better align with the rest of his essay.
He is in which stage of the writing process?
Revising
Prewriting
Editing
Drafting
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