Cyberspace has opened up a universe of books never before available to students, professionals, and researchers. True or False?
True
This question from the landlady revealed her racial prejudice.
"Are you dark or very light?"
Which of the following is a cohesive device used to show contrast?
B. On the other hand
What is the primary purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
C. To summarize the main point or purpose of the essay
Which of the following citation practices would be considered a violation of the citation guidelines in academic writing?
C. Including a source in the reference list that you did not actually cite within the body of your paper
“References” page used at the end; author-date in-text citations- What citation format rule is being described?
APA style 7th Edition
__________________ help speakers convey their points of view effectively.
Opinion Marking Signals
A narrative essay must always present factual information.
False
How does context help in introducing a thesis statement?
A. By giving background information to clarify the topic
Identify the type of citation.
"The study found a significant link between exercise and mental health (Johnson, 2020)."
Parenthetical In-Text Citation
Cates et al. (2020) found that " relatively little is known about variations in humpback whale stress physiology as compared to other parameters and life history traits, such as abundance, migratory trends, reproduction, behavior and communication" (p.2).
This is an example of what type of in-text Citation?
Narrative In-text Citation
In the poem, the speaker humorously describes the soles of their feet as __________ blonde.
peroxide
In essay writing, __________ refers to checking grammar, spelling, and mechanics after writing the draft.
Proofreading
Which of the following best represents a thesis statement?
B. "The effects of climate change include rising sea levels, extreme weather, and loss of biodiversity, making it urgent for nations to act now."
Identify the type of citation style used in the following example:
"Smith, John. The Art of Writing. Oxford University Press, 2019."
APA-BOOK
What is multimodality for? Syllabus construction in English text studies for communication sciences. Linguistic Insights—Studies in Language and Communication, Baldry, A. (2008).80, 229-248.
Arrange the following details in an APA style 7th Edition format.
Baldry, A. (2008). What is multimodality for? Syllabus construction in English text studies for communication sciences. Linguistic Insights—Studies in Language and Communication, 80, 229-248.
The poem "Telephone Conversation" addresses the issue of __________.
Racial Prejudice
Identify the cohesive device and its function in the following sentence:
"The project has been delayed due to unforeseen circumstances. In light of this, we will need to extend the deadline and adjust the timeline."
In light of this
Which of the following best describes the role of sensory details in a narrative essay?
B. They help to engage the reader by creating vivid images and emotional connections.
Complete the following reference list entry according to the correct citation style:
Author(s): John Smith,
Title of Book: Exploring the Digital World,
Publisher: Digital Press,
Year of Publication: 2022.
Smith, J. (2022). Exploring the digital world. Digital Press.
Author’s last name, first initial, year of publication in parentheses, title of the book in italics, and the publisher's name.
If there are 21 or more authors, use an ___________ (but no ampersand) after the 19th author, and then add the final author’s name.
ellipsis
A __________ is a statement that can be proven true, while an __________ expresses a belief or preference.
How do cohesive devices like "however," "nevertheless," and "on the other hand" impact the flow of an essay?
C. They indicate a shift or opposition in ideas or viewpoints.
Construct a clear and concise thesis statement in one minute for an informative essay on the sustainability practices of Avilon Zoo.
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In the reference list entry:
Johnson, A. (2018). The Role of Technology in Education. Cambridge University Press.
In the body of the essay, the following in-text citation is used: (Johnson, 2017).
The year of publication in the in-text citation is incorrect.