ENG 105 WEEK 8 FINAL EXAM QUIZ
Question Points
1 Stefan's instructor has asked the class to write a paragraph about travel What should Stefan do first?
a. Begin writing the first draft, expanding on ideas as they occur to him
b. Write an outline
c. Consider his purpose and audience
d. Go watch TV and wait for an idea to come to him
2. Jeremy works hard at freewriting, but he never seems to get any good ideas. He writes for ten minutes at a time, and he has a grammar handbook, a dictionary, and thesaurus nearby to help him do the best job he can. What advice would you give him?
a. Try concentrating harder on the topic
b. Try to correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors without the use of handbooks
c. Try to write for longer periods of time
d. Put away the handbooks and do not worry about errors as he freewrites
3. Which of the following topics is the most narrow and focused?
a. Pets bring joy and longevity to residents of nursing homes.
b. Pets have beneficial effects on the overall health of their owners.
c. Pets provide unconditional love.
d. Pets provide many benefits to the young and old.
4. Which of the following sentences would make the most effective topic sentence?
a. In this paragraph, I intend to discuss the advantages of eBay.
b. The advantages of eBay.
c. eBay is a very popular auction website.
d. Many people are using eBay to create home businesses.
5. What is the most serious weakness in the following passage? My weekend hike in the Colorado Rockies turned out to be more physically challenging than enjoyable. For one thing, the trail was much steeper than I expected. At times, I was slipping backwards on the trail. Also, the temperature was quite hot, hovering around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. It was difficult to see where I was going with sweat stinging my eyes. In addition, I was frightened by several fresh mountain lion tracks. At least the scenery was enjoyable. I never realized the mountain scenery was so spectacular. Finally, the thin air made me weak. I had to stop numerous times to catch my breath. It will be a long time before I tackle such a challenging hike again.
a. The paragraph lacks coherence.
b. The paragraph lacks adequate supporting details.
c. The paragraph lacks unity.
d. The paragraph contains grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors.
6. Which sentence in the following passage creates a lack of unity? The common yellow color of pencils has an interesting history. In the 1800s, top quality graphite, which we know as the pencil "lead," came from China. Even though we currently write with graphite, not lead, we still call the graphite "lead" because that's what early styluses were made from. American pencil manufacturers wanted their pencils to reflect top quality Chinese graphite, so they used a symbolic color: yellow. In China, yellow symbolizes royalty and respect. It's estimated that 75 percent of all pencils now sold in America are yellow.
a. In the 1800s, top quality graphite, which we know as the pencil "lead," came from China.
b. Even though we currently write with graphite, not lead, we still call the graphite "lead" because that's what early styluses were made from.
c. American pencil manufacturers wanted their pencils to reflect top quality Chinese graphite, so they used a symbolic color: yellow.
d. In China, yellow symbolizes royalty and respect.
7. Identify the subject of the following sentence: In the morning, the sun peeked over the distant mountains.
a. morning
b. sun
c. distant
d. mountains
8. All of the following sentences are compound sentences, except:
a. The fudge is delicious, but it's fattening.
b. Don't tease the cat, or you'll get scratched.
c. I can drive to work, or I can take a cab.
d. Josh promised to call me yesterday but didn't.
9. Identify the complex sentence below.
a. Whenever it rains, the roof leaks.
b. The hotel swimming pool is closed today; the filter is broken.
c. I called my hair salon, but my hairstylist was on vacation.
d. I will bring you some fresh cherries from our orchard, or you can pick some yourself.
10. Which of the following word groups is a fragment?
a. Hoping to make it through Atlanta before rush hour.
b. He is my friend.
c. It's been one of those days.
d. Are you sure?
11. What is the topic sentence of the following paragraph? Some critics of the film Thelma & Louise claim that it's a "male-basher" film because it portrays most of the males in a negative role. Thelma's husband, for instance, is impatient, controlling, and likely unfaithful. Louise's boyfriend cannot make a commitment for a long-term relationship until he thinks he's losing her. Even minor male characters are portrayed negatively. The man who attacks Thelma at the nightclub is manipulative and brutal. The truck driver they meet on the road is a moronic sexist. Finally, the hitchhiking drifter gains Thelma's trust, steals money from her, and disappears. While it's true that most men in this film have sexist attitudes, the men represent various forms of male oppression from which Thelma and Louise are escaping.
a. While it's true that most men in this film have sexist attitudes, the men represent various forms of male oppression from which Thelma and Louise are escaping.
b. Some critics of the film Thelma & Louise claim that it's a "male-basher" film because it portrays most of the males in a negative role.
c. Even minor male characters are portrayed negatively
d. Thelma's husband, for instance, is impatient, controlling, and likely unfaithful.
12. What is the topic sentence in the following paragraph? Families who find it difficult to part with the clothing of a loved one who has passed away can now turn to our local quilt shop. A team of quilters at the Ninepatch Quilt Shop takes the clothing and turns them into beautiful memorial quilts. Families bring the clothing to the quilt shop, where the fabric is cut into small pieces. The various pieces of fabric are then sewn into beautiful designs, quilted, and then presented to the family. The result is a beautiful keepsake quilt that allows families to keep a treasured memory of a loved one.
a. Families who find it difficult to part with the clothing of a loved one who has passed away can now turn to our local quilt shop.
b. A team of quilters at the Ninepatch Quilt Shop takes the clothing and turns them into beautiful memorial quilts.
c. The various pieces of fabric are then sewn into beautiful designs, quilted, and then presented to the family.
d. The result is a beautiful keepsake quilt that allows families to keep a treasured memory of a loved one.
13. Identify the correct form of the verb for the following sentence. Dustin __________ an excellent ballroom dancer.
a. are
b. is
c. be
d. been
14. Choose the correct form of the verb in parentheses in the following sentence. I didn't know you had (to go) to Harvard.
a. went
b. go
c. done gone
d. gone
15. Which of the following topics would best lend itself to a description paragraph?
a. The day you locked yourself out of your apartment
b. The spectacular sunrise on the lake
c. How to make a good pot of coffee
d. The difference between a guitar and a mandolin
16. What is the dominant impression in the following passage? I rowed out to the center of the calm lake, into a delicate blanket of mist suspended over the still water. All was silent, except for the occasional cry of a distant loon.
a. Frightening
b. Menacing
c. Tranquil
d. Disturbing
17. Which of the following sentences uses the plural noun form correctly?
a. Many people object to the relocation of wolfs.
b. Be careful. Those knifes are sharp.
c. Three moose stood in an open meadow.
d. Two familys will split the neighborhood beautification award.
18. Which sentence uses capitalization correctly?
a. Mark's father teaches Algebra at Wahtonka High School.
b. Mark's Father teaches Algebra at Wahtonka High School.
c. Mark's father teaches algebra at Wahtonka High School.
d. Mark's Father teaches algebra at Wahtonka high school.
19. Which of the following topics best lends itself to a process paragraph?
a. Making the perfect batch of fudge
b. Getting caught in a hailstorm
c. The best movies playing this week
d. The view from our Las Vegas hotel
20. The following passage reflects which type of process writing? To make one version of Southern cornbread, preheat the oven to 500 degrees. Pour two tablespoons of bacon grease or cooking oil into a medium cast iron frying pan. In a separate bowl, lightly salt a little over 3/4 cup of corn meal. Add water and mix until the mixture is only slightly runny. Pour the mixture into the frying pan and bake for 25 minutes.
a. How to complete a process
b. How to understand a process
c. Both a and b
d. Neither a nor b
21. Choose the correct possessive adjective or possessive pronoun for the following sentence. The Historical Society puts on __________ annual fund-raising event in October.
a. it's
b. its'
c. its
d. their
22. Choose the topic below that would make the most interesting narrative paragraph.
a. The shortcut you take on your way to work
b. The afternoon you spent cleaning the garage
c. The day you locked your keys in your car during a blizzard
d. The time you bought a new vacuum cleaner
23. What kind of narration does the writer use for the following paragraph? I discovered how much of an animal lover I am when I came upon a small rattlesnake sunning itself in my driveway. I called the police, believing that the snake would be captured and moved to a less populated area. The police officer, however, stepped out of his vehicle with a baseball bat in his hand, intending to kill the snake. I protested, and the officer argued with me, stating that he wasn't trained in snake capture. When I insisted that the snake not be harmed, one of my neighbors stepped in with a broom and easily pushed the snake into a box. My good neighbor even volunteered to drive the snake to a rural area for release. My neighbors still tease me about this incident, but I'm pleased to know that this snake's life was spared.
a. First person
b. Second person
c. Third person
d. None of the choices apply
24. In which sentence is the modifier correctly placed?
a. We only have an hour to clean up this kitchen before Mom gets home.
b. We have only an hour to clean up this kitchen before Mom gets home.
c. We only have an hour before Mom gets home to clean up this kitchen.
d. Before Mom gets home, we only have an hour to clean up this kitchen.
25. Identify the adjective in the following sentence. Martin certainly has good ideas.
a. Martin
b. certainly
c. good
d. ideas
26. Which of the following topics best lends itself to a classification paragraph?
a. Ways to reduce stress
b. Bargain vacation spots
c. Types of allergies
d. Reasons for credit card debt
27. Which of the following topics does not fit with the others in this category of movies?
a. Action adventure
b. Science fiction
c. Comedy
d. Widescreen
28. What is the most serious weakness in the following passage? My weekend hike in the Colorado Rockies turned out to be more physically challenging than enjoyable. For one thing, the trail was much steeper than I expected. At times, I was slipping backwards on the trail. Also, the temperature was quite hot, hovering around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. It was difficult to see where I was going with sweat stinging my eyes. In addition, I was frightened by several fresh mountain lion tracks. At least the scenery was enjoyable. I never realized the mountain scenery was so spectacular. Finally, the thin air made me weak. I had to stop numerous times to catch my breath. It will be a long time before I tackle such a challenging hike again.
a. The paragraph lacks coherence.
b. The paragraph lacks adequate supporting details.
c. The paragraph lacks unity.
d. The paragraph contains grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors.
29. Which sentence in the following passage creates a lack of unity? The common yellow color of pencils has an interesting history. In the 1800s, top quality graphite, which we know as the pencil "lead," came from China. Even though we currently write with graphite, not lead, we still call the graphite "lead" because that's what early styluses were made from. American pencil manufacturers wanted their pencils to reflect top quality Chinese graphite, so they used a symbolic color: yellow. In China, yellow symbolizes royalty and respect. It's estimated that 75 percent of all pencils now sold in America are yellow.
a. In the 1800s, top quality graphite, which we know as the pencil "lead," came from China.
b. Even though we currently write with graphite, not lead, we still call the graphite "lead" because that's what early styluses were made from.
c. American pencil manufacturers wanted their pencils to reflect top quality Chinese graphite, so they used a symbolic color: yellow.
d. In China, yellow symbolizes royalty and respect.
30. Which of the following topics would make an effective comparison or contrast paragraph?
a. Two reasons to attend summer school
b. The three key steps to making a good pot of coffee
c. Why buying an inexpensive store brand is often better than buying an expensive brand name
d. How last winter's cold snap damaged the local grapefruit crops
31. If you consider how apples are similar to oranges, you would write a:
a. contrast paragraph.
b. comparison paragraph.
c. process paragraph.
d. definition paragraph.
32. Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
a. Our healthful breakfast included yogurt, blueberries, and granola.
b. Our healthful breakfast included, yogurt, blueberries, and granola.
c. Our healthful breakfast included yogurt, blueberries, and, granola.
d. Our healthful breakfast included yogurt, blueberries and, granola.
33. Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
a. It isn't raining again, is it?
b. It isnt raining again, is it?
c. It isnt' raining again, is it?
d. It is'nt raining again, is it?
34. Which of the following topics would be appropriate for a cause and effect paragraph?
a. The meaning of the term "cause"
b. The day my car ran out of gas on a bridge
c. Why Jennifer performed poorly in her interview
d. The difference between "cause" and "effect"
35. Which of the following topic sentences includes an effective controlling idea for a cause and effect paragraph?
a. I am going to discuss the effects of acid rain.
b. Clever advertising can make us buy products that we don't actually need.
c. The new benefits package will have certain effects.
d. The hurricane had several effects.
36. Identify the misspelled word.
a. Seperate
b. Receive
c. A lot
d. All right
37. Which of the following words has a concrete meaning?
a. Honesty
b. Volcano
c. Joy
d. Peace
38. Which of the following words has an abstract meaning?
a. Cloud
b. River
c. Road
d. Integrity
39. Which of the following topics is narrow enough to be developed in an essay?
a. Birds of the world
b. What to expect in medical school
c. How to recognize valuable antique furniture at garage sales
d. How computers work
40. Choose the most effective thesis statement below.
a. Fashion mistakes made by men.
b. This essay will explain the benefits of massage therapy.
c. There are many zoos in America.
d. Despite high-speed traffic, freeways are safer than secondary highways.
41. Which thesis statement below includes an effective controlling idea?
a. The Atlanta Braves won over Cleveland last night.
b. Sofia's new car came with several options.
c. Amanda's Irish setter is undisciplined, hyperactive, and overly curious.
d. Temperatures in this region reach 110 degrees during the summer.
42. Identify the problem in the following thesis statement. In this essay, I will discuss the chief causes of last month's train accident.
a. The thesis is too broad.
b. The thesis makes an announcement.
c. The thesis lacks a controlling idea.
d. The thesis is too narrow.
43. Which of the following lead-in statements is most likely to engage a reader's interest?
a. There are several important steps involved in changing the oil in a vehicle.
b. Many marriages end in divorce.
c. This essay will discuss various types of carpeting.
d. The residents of the Evergreen apartment complex are lucky to have survived the natural gas explosion.
44. Identify the thesis in the following introductory paragraph. "I don't understand," the young Swiss skier said to me. "Why do you Americans come to Switzerland to ski when you have a place like Colorado?" The young man had a good point. Ski slopes in Colorado are wider, longer, and have better snow. Yet, Colorado ski resorts cannot compete with the food, the atmosphere, and the spectacular scenery of a Swiss resort.
a. "I don't understand," the young Swiss skier said to me.
b. "Why do you Americans come to Switzerland to ski when you have a place like Colorado?"
c. The young man had a good point.
d. Yet, Colorado ski resorts cannot compete with the food, the atmosphere, and the spectacular scenery of a Swiss resort.
45. Identify the problem in the following thesis statement. Communication is very important in a marriage.
a. The thesis is too broad and reflects common knowledge.
b. The thesis is invalid.
c. The thesis lacks a controlling idea.
d. The thesis is too narrow.
46. Nadia wants to tell the story about her nephew's skateboarding accident to prove that helmets are necessary. What kind of essay will she be writing?
a. Description
b. Process
c. Narration
d. Illustration
47. Miguel needs to write a descriptive essay for his English course. Which of the following topics would lend itself to description?
a. The mystical quality of Monument Valley
b. The long and boring road trip to get to the Grand Canyon
c. The various types of tourists who visit Arizona
d. How the Grand Canyon was formed.
48. Tamika wants to show that both her softball coach and her math instructor have similar and effective leadership styles. Which kind of essay will she write?
a. Description
b. cause and effect
c. Definition
d. Comparison and contrast
49. The landlord has failed to make repairs in the apartment that David and Ty are sharing. When they write a letter listing their complaints, they will use which writing pattern?
a. Narration
b. Classification
c. Illustration
d. Definition
50. Aaron must write a research paper about how casinos entice players to gamble. Which organizational pattern will Aaron use?
a. Definition
b. Process
c. Narration
d. Comparison and contrast
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