Writing
What two things should your introduction include?
A hook and a thesis
Which of these will best help Julius organize his ideas? A Searching the Internet for fundraiser information B Interviewing his friends about their ideas for fundraisers C Listing the main points related to his idea for the fundraiser
C
What is the best way to revise the fragment? (Using his knowledge of mathematics and European architecture to design his home.) (A He used his knowledge of mathematics and European architecture to design his home.) (B To design his home, using his knowledge of mathematics and European architecture.) (C His knowledge of mathematics and European architecture used to design his home.)
A
The researchers, including a team from Norway spent two years drilling ice cores in Antarctica. In this sentence, how is researchers, including a team from Norway spent correctly written? A researchers including a team from Norway spent B researchers including a team from Norway, spent C researchers, including a team from Norway, spent
C
Which transitional sentence could best be added after sentence 2? (2)The cheers and applause that erupted from the crowd normally signaled the start of an athletic competition. A Furthermore, the gym was filled with energy and excitement. B This time, however, the roar was for a math and science event.
B
The following sentence would best be used as a ______. Working in groups is more beneficial than working alone because cooperative learning groups promote critical thinking skills, conflict resolution skills, and prepares students for the work force.
A thesis statement
The following sentence is from page 45 of a book by James Miller---add an in-text citation to the sentence. "Benjamin Franklin is best known as one of the Founding Fathers who drafted....."
"Benjamin Franklin is best known as one of the Founding Fathers who drafted..."(Miller 45).
In sentence 26, how is adding correctly written? (26)The spaghetti will be delicious, the costumes adding a measure of authenticity, and the music will be a rare treat for both the audience and the performers.
(A add), (B added),(C will add), (D As it is)
C
(23)Some of the junior band members could play authentic period music and to enhance the evening’s atmosphere. In sentence 23, how is and to enhance correctly written?
To enhance
Which word would best replace gave in sentence 13 to make the meaning more precise? (13)According to some historians, the explorer Marco Polo gave pasta, a dish discovered during his journeys to Asia, to his fellow Italians during the Middle Ages.
(A showed)(B offered)(C brought) (D introduced)
D
The following sentence would best be used as the____. Those who are not in agreement with the city's proposal to restrict the use of cars argue that requiring people to walk, ride a bike, or take public transportation would be too much of an inconvenience.
Counterclaim
Which fact on the list is least essential to Eileen’s report about Monticello? • 5,000-acre plantation home near Charlottesville, Virginia • Talented scientist and architect • Construction began 1769 — completed 1809 • Drafted the Declaration of Independence • 43 rooms and 11,000 square feet when completed • Sold after Jefferson’s death and fell into disrepair • Bought and restored by Thomas Jefferson Foundation
Drafted the Declaration of Independence
(28)Guests can take a brief journey back in time while you enjoy first-rate food and entertainment. In sentence 28, how is you correctly written?
Change "you" to "they"
Which sentence is correctly written.
A. The teacher graded all of his student's papers. B. The teacher graded all of his students' papers. C. The teacher graded all his students papers.
B
(7)I’m thinking we could hold the feast on a weeknight at school. How can Julius best revise sentence 7 for appropriate tone?
A The feast could easily be held on a weeknight at school. B You have to let us hold the feast on a weeknight at school. C It would be so awesome if we could hold the feast on a weeknight at school!
A
Read the prompt below and develop a strong thesis statement. Technology allows people to complete many tasks without having contact with others. People can check out books, shop, and play games without speaking to another person. Has the limitation of human contact due to the use of technology had positive or negative effects on people’s lives?
What is (Answers will vary)
Alan writes a column covering school events for the high school newspaper. Which of the following would best help Alan gather information for his article on the school competition?
A Consulting a library catalog to find books B Searching the Internet for information C Interviewing students who participated
C
Edit the following sentence for grammatical errors. My father does not approve of his mother cruising around town on a Harley motorcycle however Grandma has never cared what anyone thinks.
My father does not approve of his mother cruising around town on a Harley motorcycle; however, Grandma has never cared what anyone thinks.
Which Sentence revision is the best way.
A During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions he was also a talented scientist and architect. B During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions, but he was also a talented scientist and architect. C During his life, Jefferson held many important political positions: he was also a talented scientist and architect.
B
(5)Furthermore, this idea for the band to attend the state spring competitions could, I believe, potentially generate enough money. Which is the best way to revise sentence 5 for clarity?
A Furthermore, I believe for the band this idea to attend the state spring competitions could potentially generate enough money. B Furthermore, I believe this idea could potentially generate enough money for the band to attend the state spring competitions. C Furthermore, to attend the state spring competitions for the band, this idea could, I believe, potentially generate enough money.
B
Develop a rebuttal for the following counterclaim: Some may argue that students should not have to identify a career by the time they enter high school because they are not mentally mature enough to understand what type of work would best suit them.
What is (Answers may vary) However, they could always change their classes and switch career paths.
The following sentence is from page 45 of a book with no author. The title of the book is " The Biography of Benjamin Franklin."---add an in-text citation to the following sentence. "Benjamin Franklin is best known as one........"
"Benjamin Franklin is best known as one of the Founding Fathers..." ("The Biography of Benjamin Franklin" 45).
Edit the following sentence for grammatical errors. On a Harley motorcycle my grandmother and her poodle have traveled to Anchorage Alaska San Francisco, California and Tijuana Mexico.
On a Harley motorcycle, my grandmother and her poodle have traveled to Anchorage, Alaska; San Francisco, California; and Tijuana, Mexico.
Revise the sentence for correct parallel structure. Ironing a clean shirt, printing a course schedule, and bought a pack of gum for fresh breath were the tasks Aaron completed before the first day of spring semester.
Ironing a clean shirt, printing a course schedule, and buying a pack of gum for fresh breath were the tasks Aaron completed before the first day of spring semester.