QUESTION 1

This type of general-purpose writing results when a writer has strong views and opinions and feels compelled to sway the reader.
express oneself
persuasive
informative
entertainment

QUESTION 2

In special-function paragraphs which of the following is NOT a common type of conclusion:
re-statement of the thesis
interesting details
a summary
a personal challenge

QUESTION 3

Identify which is NOT one of the primary qualities of good writing:
fresh thinking
the use of grammar and punctuations
effective organization
start with a good joke

QUESTION 4

True or False: The purpose and audience are closely linked.
True
False

QUESTION 5

Which of the following are example approaches that establish a clear pattern of organization?
Space sequence
Space sequence, time sequence and process development
time sequence
process development

QUESTION 6

Which connecting word or phrase shows similarity?
however
moreover
finally
in brief

QUESTION 7

The person or group you want to reach is known as?
Purpose
Audience
Editor
Teacher

QUESTION 8

A good way to size up your readers is to develop an audience profile. This profile will emerge gradually as you answer all but which one of the following questions:
What are the educational level, age, social class, and economic status of the audience I want to reach?
Why will this audience read my writing?
What is the device the audience is using to read?
What attitudes, needs, and expectations do they have?

QUESTION 9

Demonstratives are special adjectives that identify or point out _______rather than describe them.
nouns
verbs
adverbs
participles

QUESTION 10

If Stacy is writing about the different structures of the heart, what is her purpose?
To persuade
To inform
To entertain
To express herself

QUESTION 11

This states the main idea of a paragraph.
Purpose
Topic sentence
Introduction
Context

QUESTION 12

This special paragraph includes the essay's topic and directly states the thesis.
Conclusion
Introduction
Main Idea
Topic sentence

QUESTION 13

Which of the following is NOT a key idea for writing a web page?
Keep the information clear and simple.
Showcase your ability to make complex and highly technical connections
Recognize that you need to grab and hold your reader's attention
Use hypertext strategies

QUESTION 14

Effective paragraphs are all but which of the following?
unified
contain a topic sentence
exhibit adequate development
the appropriate font

QUESTION 15

What do you call the short paragraph that announces a shift from one group of ideas to another?
Topic sentence
Transitional paragraph
Main idea
Introduction

QUESTION 16

This refers to using vivid and forceful words to enhance the quality of your writing.
Fresh thinking
Sense of style
Self expression
Effective organization

QUESTION 17

Which of the following is NOT a common transitional device?
Connecting words and phrases
Repeated key words
Pronouns and demonstrative adjectives
Collective design

QUESTION 18

This sentence is found in the introduction, states the purpose of the writer, and tells the reader what will follow.
Topic statement
Thesis
Conclusion
Main idea

QUESTION 19

This type of general-purpose writing intends to share information or explain an area of expertise.
persuasive
informative
express oneself
entertainment

QUESTION 20

Which of the following is NOT considered a danger of texting?
It is easy to respond too quickly to a question and so provide an incomplete answer
Because messages are necessarily short, they can often be incomplete or lack the necessary context
Since people text from their phones, it is easy to be excessively informal or make careless mistakes in spelling or grammar
Email is more widely available