Essay Writing
Sentence Structures
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100

Provide an example to support the topic sentence: “Traveling can broaden one’s perspective.”

What is “Experiencing different cultures, such as local customs and traditions, can challenge preconceived notions and foster understanding”?

100

Transform this simple sentence into a compound sentence: “I wanted to stay home. My friends convinced me to go out.”

What is “I wanted to stay home, but my friends convinced me to go out”?

100

“The painting’s vibrant colors drew everyone’s attention.” What does "vibrant" imply here?

Answer: What is bright and striking; full of energy and life?

100

Identify the error: Neither the actor nor the actresses was at the premiere.

Answer: Subject-verb agreement (should be "were")

100

Correct this sentence: “The author interweaves many themes in there novel creating a rich tapestry of ideas.”

“The author interweaves many themes in their novel, creating a rich tapestry of ideas.”

200

Create a summary sentence for this paragraph topic: “The benefits of learning a new language.”

What is “Overall, learning a new language can boost cognitive skills, improve job opportunities, and expand cultural understanding”?

200

Fix the run-on sentence: “She loves to read she goes to the library every week.”

Answer: What is “She loves to read, and she goes to the library every week”? (or "She loves to read; she goes to the library every week.")

200

“The scientist’s findings were pivotal in changing our understanding of climate change,” what does "pivotal" mean?

Answer: What is crucial or important?

200

“Neither of the boys brought (their, his) lunch.”

Answer: What is "his"?

200

Which is the correctly punctuated sentence?

  • A) He said he would come, however, he was late.
  • B) He said he would come; however, he was late.

Answer: B) He said he would come; however, he was late.

300

Write a concluding sentence that encapsulates a paragraph discussing renewable energy sources.

What is “In conclusion, investing in renewable energy sources is crucial for combating climate change and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come”?

300

Rewrite this run-on sentence: “I love reading I often go to the library I prefer mystery novels.”

What is “I love reading; I often go to the library because I prefer mystery novels”?

300

“The committee decided to amend the proposal after considering public feedback.” What does "amend" mean here?

Answer: What is to change or modify?

300

Fill in the correct tense: If she _____ (study) more, she would have passed the test.

Answer: Had studied

300

Add the correct punctuation in: “On a hot humid day there’s nothing better than a cold refreshing drink.”

“On a hot, humid day, there’s nothing better than a cold, refreshing drink.”

400

Given the topic sentence, “Community gardens foster social interaction,” provide a specific example and an analysis.

What is “For instance, residents in urban areas often gather to maintain these gardens, creating a sense of community. This interaction not only strengthens social bonds but also promotes a shared responsibility for local resources”?

400

Combine these sentences into a complex sentence with a subordinate clause: “The team celebrated their victory. They had worked hard throughout the season.”

What is “The team celebrated their victory because they had worked hard throughout the season”?

400

“Her tenacity in pursuing her goals impressed everyone.” In this context, what does "tenacity" mean?

Answer: What is the quality of being determined or persistent?

400

Choose the correct word: The evidence _____ (is, are) overwhelming in this case.

Answer: Is

400

Add punctuation: “We planned to visit Paris France Rome Italy and Athens Greece on our summer vacation.”

“We planned to visit Paris, France; Rome, Italy; and Athens, Greece on our summer vacation.”

500

Write a full TEXAS paragraph on the impact of technology on education, using the structure correctly.

What is: “Technology has revolutionized education. For instance, online learning platforms allow students to access resources from anywhere in the world. This accessibility enhances the learning experience by catering to diverse learning styles and paces. Moreover, technology fosters collaboration through tools like discussion boards and video conferencing. Therefore, the integration of technology in education not only improves access to information but also prepares students for a digital future”?

500

Construct a compound-complex sentence using the following ideas: “The professor assigned a challenging project. The students worked together. They wanted to achieve a high grade.”

What is “The professor assigned a challenging project, and the students worked together because they wanted to achieve a high grade”?

500

The project was a catalyst for change within the organization.” What does "catalyst" refer to here?

Answer: What is something that brings about change or speeds up a process?

500

Choose the correct form of the verb: Had I known about the meeting, I _____ (attend) it.

Answer: Would have attended

500

What is the plural of datum?

Data