The Writing Process
The correct steps for the writing process
prewriting, writing, rewriting
Select the correct verb:
Everyone, at one time or another, (has/have) seen pictures of tornadoes.
has
What is the audience?
Subject: planting a tree
Audience: _______________________
Purpose: to explain the correct procedure for planting a tree
people who want to plant a tree for the first time
Select the correct verb:
These storms, intense whirlwinds shaped like a funnel, (is/are) among the most destructive forces in nature.
are
What is the subject?
Subject: _____________________________________
Audience: people who have adopted a puppy
Purpose: to explain a method of housetraining
the steps in housetraining a pet
Select the correct verb:
The box (contains/contain) a stack of junk mail.
contains
By joining the army, your son or daughter can make a difference in the world and receive many benefits. First, by serving the country and protecting our freedoms, your son or daughter will be building a better future for others and for him- or herself-a future full of pride, honor, and opportunities. The benefits don't end there. No matter where your son's or daughter's interests lie, the Army offers expert training in a wide range of careers: 120 in the Army Reserve and 150 in active Army. Whether he or she chooses to explore a new career or strengthen a current one, hands-on experience will provide an edge. The Army also makes college affordable. Education can be costly, but the Army offers rich benefits that can significantly lessen the financial burden. These include offering money for college, college loan repayment programs and other academic incentives. In addition, your son or daughter will experience personal growth. By joining the Army, he or she will gain valuable interpersonal skills, such as teamwork, time management, problem-solving skills and professionalism. He or she will be challenged to accept a new sense of discipline and responsibility. Army training can turn your young adult into a Soldier. Fueled by honor, pride, ability and strength, he or she can achieve great things.
What is the purpose of this paragraph?
persuade parents that the Army is a good career choice for their children.
Select the correct verb:
Harold and Maude (expects/expect) to get married soon.
expect
Which of the following is a strategy for active reading?
Multitasking, rereading, skimming
rereading
Select the correct verb:
Unlike the scientists who (knows/know) these storms in real life, the film's storm chasers get within a few hundred yards of the tornadoes.
know