Intro and Thesis!
The opening line or section of a paper's introduction is most commonly known as a -
Hook
The part of speech that replaces nouns with words like "I," "my" "their," is known as -
Pronouns
The following is an example of what sentence structure error?
Ellen knew she had to wait for the pizza to cool, she had already burned her mouth on the mozzarella sticks.
Define "detrimental."
Harmful; damaging.
While originally advertised as safer than cigarettes, vaping appears to still be detrimental to one's health.
(Note: "inimical," which I just learned, is a synonym for detrimental!)This singer is the first artist born in the 21st century to have a number one single.
Billie Eilish
A thesis statement is traditionally found at what point in the introduction?
At the end.
What is the correct past tense of the verb "to go"?
Correct the following:
Because I have a headache.
Answers will vary; the error is a fragment, so adding information to create a complete clause will suffice.
Define "coherent."
Logical; consistent; clearly connected.
Her argument was strong and coherent.
Jar Jar Binks first appeared in which Star Wars movie?
The Phantom Menace.
Which of these is not a function of your thesis statement?
A. To announce the topic of your paper to your reader
B. To reflect a perspective on a topic
C. To leave a final impression on your reader
D. To provide a blueprint of your essay to the reader
C. To leave a final impression on your reader; while you do want to make an impression, final impressions are made in the conclusion.
Correct the following sentence:
The organization is united in their decision to cancel the campaign.
Because "organization" is a singular collective noun, "their decision" should be "its decision."
Correct the following:
I love writing essays I would write one every day if I could but my teacher gets annoyed with all the grading she has to do.
Answers will vary, but the error is a run-on sentnece. The complete clauses are "I love writing essays"; "I would write one every day if I could"; and "My teacher gets annoyed..."
Possible answer: I love writing essays; I would write one every day if I could, but my teacher gets annoyed with all the grading she has to do.
Define "opine."
The verb form of "opinion," to opine.
"I just don't think Rihanna will ever be that successful," he opined (wrongly).
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Starlord, from Guardians of the Galaxy, is actually named -
Peter Quill.
An introduction should provide sufficient __________ in order to prepare unfamiliar readers for the topic's discussion.
Context or background information.
Name the 7 FANBOYS coordinating conjunctions.
For, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.
The following is an example of what sentence error?
The results of the study were inconclusive, therefore more research must be done.
This is a comma splice. The most correct version would substitute a semi-colon for the comma and add a comma after "therefore":
The results of the study were inconclusive; therefore, more research must be done.
Also acceptable:
The results of the study were inconclusive. Therefore, more research must be done.
Define "prose."
Written or spoken language in a straightforward form (i.e. not poetry, verse, etc.).
What's the only bird that can fly backwards?
The hummingbird.
An effective thesis statement is typically comprised of three parts, which are -
A claim, evidence, and reasoning.
Change the following sentence from passive to active voice:
The museum was robbed by the notorious T.H.I.E.F.
The notorious T.H.I.E.F robbed the museum.
Correct the following:
She was trapped in the evil wizard's tower for all eternity. Literally until the end of time.
Corrected:
She was trapped in the evil wizard's tower for all eternity, literally until the end of time.
Define "juxtapose."
To contrast two subjects in order to make a larger statement or point.
By juxtaposing the fight scene with classical music, the filmmaker highlighted the beauty of Bōjutsu*.
*Bo staff fighting
What birthstone is associated with the month of January?
Garnet.
Is the following a thesis statement? Why or why not?
Texting and driving is inherently dangerous and it should be illegal.
No; while there is an arguable claim, there is no evidence to support it nor reasoning to explain it. A better example is -
Texting and driving is inherently dangerous because it interrupts your focus and leads to accidents; it should be illegal due to the dangers associated with it.
There are eight main parts of speech in the English language. Name six.
Nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections
Which of the underlined commas is incorrect? Why?
Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is a truly useful substance, it can be used for cooking, baking, and cleaning.
Substance, it is the correct answer because otherwise it is a comma splice.
Define "ubiquitous."
Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
Starbucks is one of the most ubiquitous coffee shops on the planet.
False eyelashes are typically made of one of three materials. Name one.
Synthetic fibers, mink fur, or human hair.