1. Which sentence uses verbs correctly?

Choose 1 answer -
ANSWER D – A. Angry cats are wanting to be let outside.
–WRONG TENSE should be “want”
B. The hungry dogs have ate their breakfast.
- WRONG TENSE should be “eaten”
C. Yesterday, the teacher prepares the assignment.
- WRONG TENSE should be “prepared”
D.

The children are ready to go to school.

2. Which sentence has the correct subject-verb agreement?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER A – ignore the stuff between the commas

A. The children, hushed by their teacher, try to keep quiet.
B. The books, read by the student, is returned to their shelf.
INCORRECT – plural “books” doesn’t match singular “is returned”
C. The librarian, anxious to find the books, browse the stacks.
Singular “librarian” does not match plural “browse”
D. The student, bothered by the uproar, request less noise.
Singular “student” does not match plural “request”

3. Which sentence has the underlined word spelled correctly?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER A – B is spelled correctly but it’s the wrong use. A. The principal sent the student a letter of congratulations.
B. The principle ate lunch with the students.
INCORRECT – wrong version of word for sentence
C. The prinsipal signs the final grade reports.
INCORRECT – no ‘s’
D. The princepal earned minimal interest.
INCORRECT – no ‘e’

4. Classify each sentence according to whether it exhibits or does not exhibit parallelism.

Select your answer from the pull-down list.
ANSWER – say sentences out loud. They should flow well if they demonstrate Parallelism. Tap dancing requires different steps than to line dance.
NOT Parallel
The elevator was hot, crowded, and there was no music.
YES Parallel
The patient complained about pain and asked for a doctor.
YES - Parallel
The buyer came, saw, and received.
?? NOT - Parallel
Adults are as likely to use text messaging as a teenager.
Yes - Parallel

5. Which sentence uses pronouns correctly?

Choose 1 answer A. The teacher gave the book to the student.
B. The teacher gave him and I the book.
C. The teacher gave us the book.
D. The teacher gave the book to I and him.

6. Which sentence uses an adjective correctly?

Choose 1 answer A. Apples always grow on trees.
B. Green apples are good for baking.
C. I really want an apple.
D.

7. Which sentence contains correct verb tense usage?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. Yesterday I heard the phone ring and I was picking it up. INCORRECT – past tense “heard” doesn’t match present tense “picking”
B. The whale splashed, and Jenny sees it. INCORRECT past tense “splashed” doesn’t match present tense “sees”
C. When you closed the door, I heard it and will run away.
INCORRECT – past tense “heard” doesn’t match present tense “run”
D. If you win the contest, we will notify you immediately.
CORRECT

8. Which sentence contains correct pronoun-antecedent agreement?
Choose 1 answer
ANSWER B
A pronoun gets its meaning from the noun it stands for. The noun is called the antecedent.
Here's an example:
• Although Seattle is damp, it is my favorite city. A. Several of the people at the meeting are ready to make his or her decision. INCORRECT – Pronoun “musician” does not match “his or her”
B. All of the children at the party want to eat their ice cream and cake.
CORRECT
C. Some of the participants in the show were dressed in his finest clothes.
INCORRECT – Pronoun “participant” does not match “his”
D. Many of the musicians had not brought his or her sheet music.
INCORRECT – Pronoun “musician” does not match “his or her”

9. Eating balanced meals is important if a person wants to remain healthy. Fortunately, consumers can find healthy foods at reasonable prices.

Which word is an adverb from the given passage?
Adverbs are words that describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. Reasonable
INCORRECT – describes noun “prices”
B. Healthy
INCORRECT – describes noun “foods”
C. Fortunately
INCORRECT – describes pronoun “consumers” as in “fortunate consumers”??
D. Important
CORRECT – Describes verb “eating”

10. Classify each sentence as using quotation marks correctly or incorrectly.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. "Where are the receipts for these tax credits? the accountant asked. "I needed those yesterday."
INCORRECT – need quotes after “… credits?”
"If you need me," the doctor told the patient, "please call my answering service."
CORRECT – all parts that the doctor verbalized is quoted.
Who was it who said, "A unit is only as strong as its weakest link," to emphasize unity?
CORRECT – the entire phrase is quoted correctly.
If I have told you once, my mother is fond of saying, "I have told you a million times."
INCORRECT – need to quote “If I have told you once,”
"I can't decide what to order," said the restaurant patron. "Everything on the menu looks enticing."
CORRECT – all speech by patron is quoted.

11. Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. After leaving, the classroom, the students realized they had forgotten their books. INCORRECT – comma after “leaving” is unnecessary
B. After leaving the classroom the students realized, they had forgotten their books.
INCORRECT – comma after “realized” is in the wrong place
C. After leaving, the classroom the students realized they had forgotten their books.
INCORRECT – comma after “leaving” does not encompass full phrase
D. After leaving the classroom, the students realized they had forgotten their books. CORRECT

12. Categorize each use of the apostrophe as correct or incorrect.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. Visitor's should park in the main parking lot.
INCORRECT – no apostrophe needed. Does not show ownership
She borrowed her father-in-law's car.
CORRECT – shows ownership, he owns the car.
Who's car is in my driveway?
INCORRECT – has own special word “Whose”
The mice's entry into the house was sealed shut.
CORRECT – ownership by the mice is shown
The students' assignments are due before the holiday.
CORRECT – the plural ownership is shown correctly because there is more than one student the apostrophe goes after the S

13. Which sentence uses correct capitalization?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER B A. I love Paris in the Fall.
INCORRECT – Paris is correct, but fall does not need to be capitalized
B. The American Civil War took place in the 1800s.
CORRECT – the event does have a specific title.
C. The Nineteenth Century was a time of many changes.
INCORRECT – it is not a actual title of an era.
D. My cat acts as if she is Royalty.
INCORRECT – Royalty does not need to be capitalized

14. Which sentence uses active voice?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER
A verb is active when the subject performs the action A. Autumn leaves fell from the trees.
CORRECT – Leaves are doing the falling
B. A beautiful leaf was blown off the tree.
INCORRECT – the leaf is not blowing
C. The fallen autumn leaves are crunched under my feet.
INCORRECT – the leaves are not doing the crunching
D. The fallen leaves were being raked.
INCORRECT – the leaves are not doing the raking

15. Read the following passage:

The orchestra teachers brought two guest musicians to our city this year. One was a violinist who offered an all-day workshop for students of all ages. The second was a cellist and conductor who worked with several high school orchestras. These visits were sponsored by local music stores that hope to support the education of young musicians.

Which sentence from the given passage contains a coordinating conjunction?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER C
You can connect two or more prepositional phrases (begins with a preposition and ends with a noun or a pronoun.) with a coordinating conjunction.
The seven coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so.

A. The orchestra teachers brought two guest musicians to our city this year.
INCORRECT – none of the seven coordinating conjunctions used
B. One was a violinist who offered an all-day workshop for students of all ages.
INCORRECT – No prepositional phrases are connected and no CC’s used.
C. The second was a cellist and conductor who worked with several high school orchestras. CORRECT – first phrase is connected by AND to the next phrase.
D. These visits were sponsored by local music stores that hope to support the education of young musicians.
INCORRECT – No prepositional phrases are connected and no CC’s used.

16. Which topic outline portion shows effective organization in a writing plan?

Choose 1 answer A. I. Lifestyles of drivers
A. Fast-paced, stress-filled lifestyle of drivers in City A
1. Aggressive
2. Impatient
3. Tense
B. Slow-placed lifestyle of drivers in City B
1. Laid-back
2. Patient
3. Relaxed
B. I. Benefits of living in a big city
A. Savings on utilities
1. Electrical savings
2. Food costs
3. Lower stress level
B. Cultural options
1. Variety of restaurants
2. Population diversity
3. Free concert series
C. I. Traditional family businesses
A. Economic advantages to owning a business
1. Demographic factors
2. Capital needed
3. Disadvantages of small businesses
B. Start-up costs
1. Financial institutions that lend start-up money
2. Savings needed
3. Employee benefits
D. I. Probable results of earthquakes
A. Types and categories of earthquakes
1. Seismic indicators
2. Terrain types
3. Climate changes
B. Structural damage
1. Foundation cracks
2. Types of help offered
3. Organizations that offer immediate assistance

17. Read the following passage:

All assignments must be turned in by noon on Friday. Follow APA formatting for all writing for this class. Be sure to proofread carefully before you turn in your work. Add as many details and examples to support your statements as you can. You can also use personal experiences.

Which sentence would be a logical beginning to this paragraph?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER B A. A good paper is always welcome.
INCORRECT – Not logical
B. When submitting assignments, please follow these rules.
CORRECT – everything in the above paragraph seem to be about rules.
C. After noon on Friday, no papers will be accepted.
INCORRECT – true statement but redundant and not a good opening.
D. Please see the instructor if you have any questions.
INCORRECT – this seems more like a good ending

18. A job candidate is writing a letter to a potential employer giving personal information as well as explaining the reasons for wanting the position.

Classify each statement from the letter as using idiomatic or non-idiomatic language.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. My skills allow me to work creatively and efficiently.
YES – IDIOMATIC sentences sounds right but doesn’t make logical sense. “My skills allow me…”
I held similar positions and fulfilled similar responsibilities.
NO – NON-IDIOMATIC – sentence uses normal grammar rules
Your company has a stellar reputation.
YES – IDIOMATIC sentences sounds right but doesn’t make logical sense. “Your Company…”
I am a loyal employee and am leaving my current position only because of downsizing.
NO – NON-IDIOMATIC – sentence uses normal grammar rules

19. Ice hockey is a very fast, exciting game where players move a rubber puck across the ice in an attempt to score a goal. Teams can be all male, all female, or a mix of both male and female. Hockey games have three 20-minute periods.

Which sentence could be appropriately incorporated into the given passage?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER C A. Ice hockey gear is costly, but it can be resold.
INCORRECT – does not flow with the topics of the subject matter.
B. Hockey is too dangerous for children.
INCORRECT – does not flow with the topics of the subject matter. More like an opinion versus how the game is played.
C. Players use sticks or their feet to propel the puck.
CORRECT – same topic about how to play hockey
D. Roller skating can also be fast and exciting.
INCORRECT – not the same subject matter.

20. Classify each sentence as using appropriate or inappropriate transitions.

Select your answer from the pull-down list.

conjunctive adverbs Adverbs used to connect other words. Conjunctive adverbs are also called transitions because they link ideas. His real name was Samuel Clemens, yet millions know him as Mark Twain.
APPROPRIATE TRANSITION – Contrast style - “yet”
His real name was Samuel Clemens; however, millions know him as Mark Twain.
APPROPRIATE TRANSITION – Contrast style - “however”
His real name was Samuel Clemens; for example, millions know him as Mark Twain.
INAPPROPRIATE TRANSITION – does not link common idea - “for example”
His real name was Samuel Clemens; consequently, millions know him as Mark Twain.
INAPPROPRIATE TRANSITION – does not link common idea - “consequently”
His real name was Samuel Clemens; therefore, millions know him as Mark Twain.
INAPPROPRIATE TRANSITION – does not link common idea - “therefore”

21.

Sentence A: My research paper on beehive structures failed to impress the class instructor.

Sentence B: The paper that I wrote on the subject of various beehive structures really wasn’t very impressive as far as the class’s instructor was concerned.

Which three factors make Sentence A more effective than Sentence B? Choose 3 answers

ANSWER A, B, D A. Sentence A avoids redundant modifiers.
B states Paper and I wrote – Various and Structures which are redundant
B. Sentence A uses an active verb.
Paper failed
C. Sentence A offers a more detailed description.
D. Sentence A is more concise.
Sentence is more specific and shorter
E. Sentence A uses more technical language.
F. Sentence A uses the first person.

22. Which sentence uses apostrophes correctly?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER - B A. Many customer's accounts were closed.
INCORRECT – plural customers would have apostrophe after the S
B. Three students' schedules had to be changed.
CORRECT
C. One applicants' references were exceptional.
INCORRECT – Singular applicant should have apostrophe before the ending S
D. The dog licked it's paws.
INCORRECT – it’s is short for “it is”

23. People should adopt animals from shelters because those animals make the best pets.

What is the purpose of this sentence?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. To entertain
INCORRECT – sentence is not entertaining.
B. To describe
INCORRECT – sentence does not describe anything
C. To inform
INCORRECT – sentence does not explain why things
D. To persuade
CORRECT – it has an opinion, which are meant to be challenge

24. Read the following paragraph:

When I was a young girl, I would make a tent out of my blankets and read Nancy Drew mysteries late into the night. I still read cereal boxes at the breakfast table, newspapers at work, and gossip magazines while waiting in line at the supermarket. I will stay up until the late hours of the morning reading a new novel. I love to read and will read almost anything that is printed.

Which sentence is the topic sentence in this paragraph?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER B A. I love to read and will read almost anything that is printed.
CORRECT – this sentence covers all of the subjects of the paragraph
B. I still read cereal boxes at the breakfast table, newspapers at work, and gossip magazines while waiting in line at the supermarket.
C. I will stay up until the late hours of the morning reading a new novel.
D. ????

25. Read the following paragraph:

Basketball players learn many skills when playing their sport. Players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, basketball players learn how to work together with their teammates.

What is the main idea of the paragraph?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. Basketball players learn how to dribble.
INCORRECT – this does not cover all subject in paragraph
B. Basketball players learn to work together as a team.
INCORRECT – this does not cover all subject in paragraph
C. Basketball players learn how to control the ball.
INCORRECT – this does not cover all subject in paragraph
D. ?????

26. Read the following passage:

Exercise is beneficial to a person's health and emotional well-being. It raises the heart rate and causes exhaustion. It can also lower cholesterol, blood pressure, and weight. Exercise was an integral part of ancient Greek culture. Physical activity produces endorphins that contribute to a feeling of happiness. There are many forms of exercise, such as cleaning the house or climbing stairs.

Which two details support the main idea of the given passage? Choose 2 answers
Main idea is first sentence. Health and emotional well being.

ANSWER D, E

A. Exercise was an integral part of ancient Greek culture.
B. Exercise raises the heart rate and causes exhaustion.
C. Exercise can take many forms, such as cleaning the house or climbing stairs.
D. Exercise produces endorphins that contribute to a feeling of happiness.

E. Exercise can lower cholesterol, blood pressure, and weight.

27.

Read the following paragraph:

Some of the newest residents of the Florida swamps are not baby alligators, but teenage pythons. Many may wonder how they were introduced to the ecosystem and why their numbers are flourishing. Pythons have been popular house pets in Florida for many years. Some people find the snakes hard to manage when they grow to their full size of over 10 feet. When owners find the snakes too much to handle, the snakes are sometimes released into the swamps of Florida, where they find an environment full of live prey and supportive living conditions. Here the snakes flourish to full size and even compete for territory and prey with fully grown alligators. Conservation groups in Florida are working to correct the problem before the balance of life in the Everglades shifts further.

Which three inferences can be logically made from the given paragraph? Choose 3 answers
INFERENCES - The act or process of deriving logical conclusions from premises known or assumed to be true. What true things not said that can be taken from text.

ANSWERS

A. The pythons could threaten the native species of the Everglades if not controlled.
CORRECT - “ balance of life in the Everglades shifts further.”
B. Pythons and alligators thrive in similar biological habitats.
CORRECT – “ even compete for territory and prey with fully grown alligators.”
C. The pythons initially struggle to survive but do fine later when they are fully grown.
INCORRECT – not true for all pythons - opinion
D. The pythons are moving into nearby states.
INCORRECT – there is no mention of this.
E. The python problem is too complicated to be solved.
INCORRECT – opinion not fact
F. Pythons are not native to the Florida Everglades.
CORRECT – “new residents”

28. To give ourselves the best chance of success, we will take a step-by-step, systematic approach to the problem.

What is the correct meaning of the word systematic as it is used in the given sentence?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. Extensive
B. Circular
C. Repetitive
D. Orderly

29.
Which sentence clearly states that sunscreen is important for healthy skin?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER A A. Sunscreen is recommended by dermatologists and is proven to protect against the effects of UVA and UVB rays that can damage the skin.
CORRECT – this talks about the “why” its in important.
B. Zinc oxide is a thick, white substance that serves as a natural sunscreen when applied to the skin and is often used by lifeguards on duty.
INCORRECT – describes a different type of sunscreen
C. Sunscreens come in different strengths, indicated by the letters SPF followed by a number on the label.
INCORRECT – describes packaging
D. Skin products containing sunscreen come in a wide variety of colors and scents that appeal to children and adults alike.
INCORRECT – describes more packaging

30.
Read the following passage:

Anne was 13 and quite vain. She had a habit of looking at herself in every mirror and window she passed. She also paid attention to how people reacted to her looks. Her mother noticed Anne doing this and criticized her for it, although she, too, had done the same thing when she was young. She told Anne not to be so conceited.

Based on this passage, which assumption is reasonable?

Choose 1 answer A. Anne dislikes her mother because her mother criticizes her.
CORRECT – not written but it can be reasonably assumed.
B. Anne sees herself as unattractive and is therefore self-conscious.
INCORRECT – “Vain” means she is overly proud of her looks
C. Anne is very concerned with her appearance.
INCORRECT – clearly described in passage – not an assumption
D. Anne has a habit of checking her appearance in mirrors.
INCORRECT – clearly described in passage – not an assumption

31. Match each definition with the word it defines.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. A result of something
CONSEQUENCE?
To receive
ACQUIRE?
To cause a change
AFFECT?
With certainty
ASSURANCE?

32. MISSING! 33.
A student is preparing a reference page and is citing an article from the following website:

Article Title: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
Web Address: http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10_signs_of_alzheimers.asp
Organization: National Alzheimer's Association
Publication date: 2010

How should the citation for this website be formatted for an APA reference page?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER A
Author, A. (date). Title of document [Format description]. Retrieved from http://xxxxxxxxx
Organization (author), Publication Date, Article Title, Web Address

A. National Alzheimer's Association. (2010). 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's disease.
Retrieved from NAA website: http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10
_signs_of_alzheimers.asp
CORRECT – author, date, title, web

B. "10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease." (2010) National Alzheimer's
Association. Retrieved from: http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10
_signs_of_alzheimers.asp.
INCORRECT – title, date, author, web

C. National Alzheimer's Association. 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's disease. 2010.
< http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10_signs_of_alzheimers.asp >.
INCORRECT – Author, title, date, web

D. "10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease." National Alzheimer's Association. 2010.
< http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10_signs_of_alzheimers.asp >.
INCORRECT – title, author, date, web

34. Read the following passage:

What's your first impulse when you see a bug crawling along the floor? Do you step on it just because you can? If so, you should take a minute to think next time you're faced with the chance to punish some small insect just because it's smaller than you are. Rather than ridding the world of an inconvenient nuisance, what you're really doing is squelching the natural compassion in your heart. If you squish every bug you see, what will stop you from pushing other less powerful creatures—like people—out of your way? Human kindness starts on the smallest level; by treating small creatures kindly, we learn how to live in harmony with all the world.

What viewpoint is being expressed by the author of the given passage?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER C A. The author feels that the suffering of other creatures should be tolerated.
INCORRECT – clearly the opposite of the paragraph
B. The author feels that insects should be treated the same as people.
INCORRECT – the paragraph mentions other ‘creatures’
C. The author feels that people should have sympathy for all creatures.
CORRECT – “by treating small creatures kindly”
D. The author feels that one should be cautious about where one walks.
INCORRECT – talks about other ‘creatures’

35. M. J. Aravedo’s (2001) synopsis of the event is notably straightforward: “The local neighborhoods approached the situation with particular indifference, failing to support the family in their loss” (p. 31). This interpretation directly and poignantly highlights the true problem that faces many suburban cities today.

Which two phrases show the bias of the author toward Aravedo’s analysis? Choose 2 answers
ANSWER C, E

A. Synopsis of the event
INCORRECT – analytical words
B. With particular indifference
INCORRECT – is inside the quoted area. So its Aravedo’s words not the Authors.

C. Notably straightforward
CORRECT – stating that the emotional laden quote is “straightforward”
D. Failing to support the family
INCORRECT – is inside the quoted area. So its Aravedo’s words not the Authors.
E. Directly and poignantly
CORRECT – “poignantly” is an emotional word

37. Which sentence contains redundancy?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER B
Redundancy – repeat of the same thing. A. The bike rider uses hand signals diligently.
INCORRECT – no redundancy
B. The instructor poses challenging questions that are difficult to answer.
CORRECT – “challenging” and “difficult”
C. The sales representative responds patiently to customer concerns.
INCORRECT – no redundancy
D. The president of the company specializes in commerce.
INCORRECT – no redundancy

38. Read the following passage:

For many, the term online course evokes images of laptops, pajamas, and flexible schedules. The reality, though, is quite different. While many assume that online courses take less time than face-to-face classes, in reality they tend to be more time-consuming. To succeed in an online course, students need to demonstrate strong comprehension and organizational skills. For example, students who are able to follow written instructions effectively will be more likely to excel in online courses. Conversely, students who need face-to-face interaction to understand assignments may feel frustrated and lost in online courses. In addition, students who are unable to effectively manage their time may fall behind in online courses. For these reasons, it is imperative that students are aware of the realities when enrolling in online courses.

Which two meanings are implied by the writer’s language choices? Choose 2 answers
ANSWERS A, B A. Students may have misconceptions about what an online course entails.
CORRECT – it does talk the need to be “aware of the realities”
B. Online courses are best suited for well-organized students.
CORRECT – “students need to demonstrate strong comprehension and organizational skills. “
C. Any student can adapt to the demands of an online course.
INCORRECT – clearly states that different students have different experiences
D. Online courses are a good choice for students who need to graduate quickly.
INCORRECT – clearly states it can be more time-consuming
E. Online courses are a means for individuals to spend less time on their studies.
INCORRECT – clearly states it can be more time-consuming

39.
Read the following passage:

Many people think of singing as a relaxing activity, but singing is actually more like a sport in the amount of physical work that it requires. Like athletes, singers have to warm up to avoid hurting their voices. They also have to be aware of their breathing, their posture, and the tension in their muscles, all of which affect the kind of performance they are able to give. As in any other sport, singing requires great physical demands of those who want to perform well.

Why does the author use the word sport in this passage?
ANSWER A A. To focus on the similarities between singing and athletics
B. To emphasize the need for singers to perform in public
C. To show that athletes are good musicians
D. To point out the benefits of athletic training for singers

40.
Those who wish to contribute to the charity can simply text the number displayed on the screen.

How have changes in language use affected the meaning of this sentence? Choose 2 answers
ANSWERS D, E A. Number can refer to a Roman numeral or to a set of people.
INCORRECT – number is still used a set of numbers
B. Contribute can refer to the act of giving or to the act of taking.
INCORRECT – contribute is used as the meaning
C. Charity can refer to an organization or to a challenging idea.
INCORRECT – charity is still used as charity
D. Text can refer to a written document or to a cell phone message.
CORRECT – “text’ is used in this instance as phone message
E. Screen can refer to a physical barrier or to a television image.
CORRECT – “screen” is used as a television image.

41. A college student taking a writing class has a paper due tomorrow but is having difficulty completing it because of severe illness. The course syllabus includes the following information from the instructor about late assignments:

"Please make every effort to hand your work in on time. If an emergency arises that prevents you from completing an assignment by its due date, please contact me before it is due to make other arrangements. Otherwise, assignments that are turned in after the due date will be penalized one letter grade per day they are late; that is, after one day, the highest grade a paper can earn is a B, after 2 days, a C, etc."

Based on this information, what should the student do?

Place the following outcomes in order from the most viable (1) to the least viable (4).
Select your answer from the pull-down list.
ANSWER 4, 3, 1, 2 The student should skip the assignment because there's not enough time to get it done.
FOUR
The student should turn in an incomplete paper tomorrow to avoid the penalty for late work.
THREE
The student should contact the instructor immediately to ask for an extension on the due date.
ONE
The student should complete the paper and hand it in as soon after the due date as possible.
TWO

42.
A student is researching the health benefits of a balanced diet. The student has found a book in the library on the topic.

Which three elements would make the book a valid source? Choose 3 answers
ANSWERS A, B, E

The book needs to be a valid published book. The subject and content is not necessary. A. The book contains chapter citations and a bibliography.
B. The book is published by the owner of an oatmeal company.
C. The author has an advanced degree in nutritional studies.
INCORRECT – not necessary
D. The book contains heart-healthy recipes.
INCORRECT – not necessary
E. The book is published by a university press.
F. The author hosts a cooking program on public television.
INCORRECT – not necessary

43.

Read the following passage:

Therapy dogs are dogs trained to give comfort and friendship to people in hospitals, nursing homes, and retirement homes. Retirement homes welcome patients with fewer physical needs than those who are welcomed by nursing homes. Over 400 different breeds of dogs have been registered with a national dog registry. Therapy dogs can be any breed and any size, but they must be confident, friendly, and patient. The dogs must take pleasure in human company and human contact. Healthcare professionals notice that patients benefit from animal companionship in a variety of ways such as a reduction in blood pressure, relief of stress, and heightening of spirit. Therapy dogs, unlike service or assistance dogs, do not directly help people live independent lives. These special animals bring some form of happiness to both the young and the old.

Categorize each sentence as being relevant or irrelevant to the topic of the given passage.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. Retirement homes welcome patients with fewer physical needs than those who are welcomed by nursing homes. IRRELEVANT – not necessary
Healthcare professionals notice that patients benefit from animal companionship in a variety of ways. RELEVANT
Therapy dogs can be any breed and any size, but they must be confident, friendly, and patient. IRRELEVANT – not necessary to know for therapy dog
Over 400 different breeds of dogs have been registered with a national dog registry. RELEVANT
Therapy dogs, unlike service or assistance dogs, do not directly help people live independent lives. RELEVANT
The dogs must take pleasure in human company and human contact. RELEVANT

44.
Categorize each sentence as an opinion or a fact.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. Cheetahs are the fastest creatures on land. - FACT
The murder rate per capita in the United States is about six times that of Japan. - FACT
America's democratic system is one of the most efficient forms of government in the world. OPNION
When studying to become a pharmacist, a student should expect to work many hours on difficult and taxing assignments. FACT
Anyone who watches the news can see that violent crime is becoming a more serious problem nationwide. OPINION

45. The flower petals dropped like falling snowflakes.

How is figurative language used in the given sentence?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. The flower petals are being personified as falling snowflakes.
INCORRECT – “personified” means to give human characteristics
B. An ironic contrast is being made between the flower petals and snowflakes.
INCORRECT – Ironic contrast means things that are opposite.
C. The structure of the flower petals is being compared to similar qualities in snowflakes.
INCORRECT – the structure is not being compared.
D. A comparison is being made between the nature of the flower petals and snowflakes.
CORRECT – the way the petals fall and how snowflakes falls are similar.

46.

A student is writing a report about the increasing number of burglaries in the student’s town.

Which two visual elements would contribute to the overall meaning of the report? Choose 2 answers
ANSWERS A, E A. A map that is color coded to show burglary rates in relation to specific areas of the town
CORRECT – specific burglary data in relation to town areas.
B. A convenience store security photo that shows a perpetrator fleeing the scene of a crime
INCORRECT – burglar is someone who breaks into houses not robbing a store.
C. A bar graph that illustrates the average number of burglaries throughout the country
INCORRECT – crime rate in other areas of country is not relevant
D. A pie chart that shows the population of the town broken down by age
INCORRECT – age demographics are irrelevant
E. A line graph that illustrates how burglary rates in the town have changed over time
CORRECT – this shows the main premise that burglary is going up.

47
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Read the following passage:

My little dog, Fido, is my ceaselessly entertaining and somewhat mischievous companion. When we go boating, Fido always jumps in the lake if a fish skims the surface. When we go picnicking, my dog often takes food from the children playing in the park. When we go to the veterinarian, Fido usually gets the treat out of the doctor’s pocket. My dog is an infinitely amusing little rogue.

What is the meaning of rogue in the given passage?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER D A. Stranger – unknown person B. Monster - creature
C. Malcontent – a not satisfied person D. Rascal – mischievous person

48. Which three elements indicate that a research question is viable? Choose 3 answers
ANSWERS B, D, E

Based on the others being wrong?

A. The topic is arguable.
INCORRET – Not necessary
B. The topic can be supported with facts and data.
C. The topic has recently been researched.
INCORRECT – Not Necessary
D. The topic is simple and straightforward.
E. The topic is focused.
F. The topic is general in nature.
INCORRECT – not necessary

49.

Classify each resource as primary or secondary.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. Information obtained during a direct interview – PRIMARY
Findings from a personally conducted survey - PRIMARY
Article from a scholarly journal - PRIMARY
Article from an online journal - SECONDARY
Survey discussed in a local newspaper – SECONDARY

51.

A student is looking for sources to answer the following research question: “What changes does a farmer need to make to switch to organic farming?”

Which resources would be appropriate for answering the student’s research question? Choose 3 answers
ANSWERS – B, C, F A. An advertisement
INCORRECT – advertising are full of falsity and puffery
B. A government publication
CORRECT – government journals are usually reliable
C. A trade journal
CORRECT – trade journals are industry specific
D. A blog on healthy cooking
INCORRECT – irrelevant info
E. An undergraduate essay
INCORRECT – unreliable
F. An agriculture textbook
CORRECT – textbooks are usually reliable

52. What are three weaknesses of using a survey as primary research? Choose 3 answers
ANSWERS – C, D, E

Surveys are Participant driven. What comes out of it is not the problem. Its what can causes issues going into them.

A. The survey could produce unanticipated results.
INCORRECT – the data output is what it is
B. The survey could provide too much general information.
INCORRECT – too much data is what it is
C. Requiring answers to all survey questions could lower the participation level.
CORRECT – participation is needed to make results more valid
D. The order that questions are asked could influence survey participants.
CORRECT – accidentally influencing a participant’s opinion is bad
E. Survey participants could misinterpret a question's wording.
CORRECT - participant interpretations can be different
F. Survey results could change the researcher's initial hypothesis.
INCORRECT – hypothesis are meant to be proved or disproved

53. A student is using information from a particular book to write a research paper.

Which behaviors constitute plagiarism? Choose 3 answers
ANSWERS A, B, F

Plagiarism – copy, using others words. A. Paraphrasing from the book without citing the information
CORRECT - Paraphrasing is OK because you put things in your own words.
B. Quoting extensive passages without attributing the passages to the book
CORRECT – not citing is bad
C. Using citations for direct quotes from the book to support the student's interpretation of the subject
INCORRECT – this is proper instructions
D. Citing statistics taken from the book that directly support the student's own findings
INCORRECT – this is proper instructions
E. Quoting and citing opinions taken from the book that represent the author's views
INCORRECT – this is proper instructions
F. CORRECT? – need 3

54.
Classify each writing task as being one that requires a formal or informal tone.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. Advertisement appearing in a popular magazine INFORMAL
Senior thesis for a chemistry degree - FORMAL
Personal e-mail to a friend - INFORMAL
Cover letter for a job application - FORMAL
Article appearing in an academic journal - FORMAL

55. Match each writing situation with the evidence required for that particular task.

Select your answer from the pull-down list. News story
Scientific journal article
Memo
Autobiography
Lab report

56.

A student is writing a personal narrative about baseball using the following introduction:

In January, I'm ready for baseball season to begin though there are still several months of cold weather ahead.

Classify each topic as being an effective or ineffective area for the student to elaborate on in the narrative.

Select your answer from the pull-down list.
KEYWORDS IS “PERSONAL NARRATIVE” Technical information about how baseball bats are made – INEFFECTIVE does not fit the informal style
An explanation of why winter occurs during specific times in northern regions - INEFFECTIVE irrelevant info
Details about winter weather and its effects - INEFFECTIVE irrelevant info
An account of the student's childhood experience with baseball - EFFECTIVE
Sensory details about how it feels to be on the baseball field - EFFECTIVE

57.

An editorial entitled “City is Ill-Prepared for Upcoming Marathon Mania” appears in the local newspaper.

What would readers of this newspaper expect to learn from this article?

Choose 1 answer
ANSWER B A. Research on the negative effects of marathon running
B. Opinions about the city's ability to host an upcoming marathon
C. Statistics regarding race times among marathon runners
D. Observations that many marathon runners' diets consist of healthy food

50. For a research paper, a student is researching the types of insecticides that cause the least damage to the environment.

Which two resources provide information that is appropriate to cite in the student’s research paper? Choose 2 answers A. A university library database containing information on insecticide practices
B. A personal website listing statistics on the effects of insecticides on American forest wildlife
C. A discussion forum about environmentally friendly insecticide products
D. A commercial website advertising safe and natural insecticide products
E. An article comparing two types of insecticides found through a full-text database of periodicals