ALLIED ENG105 MODULE 3 CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Question Points
1. When
every sentence in a paragraph supports the topic sentence, the paragraph has:
a. unity.
b. coherence.
c. style.
d. parallel
structure.
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2. A
sentence must:
a. have a subject.
b. have a verb.
c. express a
complete thought.
d. All of the
choices apply
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3. When you
use an extended example in an illustration paragraph, you will most likely
arrange your ideas in what order?
a. Time order
b. Space order
c. Emphatic order
d. None of the
choices apply
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4. To help
introduce an example or show an additional example in a paragraph, use:
a. transitions.
b. semicolons.
c. a new topic
sentence.
d. numerals or
letters.
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5. Which of
the following methods will correct a comma splice?
a. Remove the comma
between the two sentences.
b. Change one of the
sentences to a dependent clause.
c. Remove the comma
and add a coordinating conjunction.
d. Keep the comma and
add a transition word such as however.
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6. A run-on
can be corrected by:
a. using a period
between two sentences.
b. using a comma and
a coordinating conjunction between two sentences.
c. using a semicolon
between two sentences.
d. All of the
choices apply
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7. A fused
sentence:
a. has a comma to
mark the break between two sentences.
b. has a period to
mark the break between two sentences.
c. has a semicolon
to mark the break between two sentences.
d. has no
punctuation to mark the break between two sentences.
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8. The topic
sentence of an illustration paragraph expresses both the topic and:
a. all of the
examples you intend to use.
b. the intended
audience.
c. the conclusion of
the paragraph.
d. the controlling
idea.
.
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9. Fused
sentences and comma splices are also known as:
a. fragments.
b. dependent clause
fragments.
c. run-ons.
d. phrases.
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10. A comma
splice connects two sentences:
a. with a period.
b. with a comma.
c. with a semicolon.
d. with no
punctuation.
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11. A
dependent clause fragment can be corrected by:
a. placing a period
at the end of the dependent clause.
b. placing a
semicolon at the end of the dependent clause.
c. attaching the
dependent clause to a complete sentence.
d. attaching the
dependent clause to a phrase.
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12. To achieve
coherence in a paragraph, use:
a. a thesaurus.
b. a dictionary.
c. transitions.
d. valid supporting
examples.
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13. A
dependent clause fragment has a subject and a verb, but:
a. it cannot stand
alone.
b. it can stand
alone.
c. it is a phrase.
d. it is an
explanatory phrase.
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14. An
extended example can be:
a. several different
examples, as long as they are related to the topic sentence.
b. a persuasive
argument.
c. a comparison
between two points of view.
d. a story or a
description of an event.
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15. To correct
a dependent clause by placing it before a complete sentence, you must place a
__________ after the dependent clause.
a. semicolon
b. period
c. comma
d. semicolon and a
coordinating conjunction
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16. One way to
effectively illustrate your point is to use a series of examples. Another way
is to use:
a. an extended
example.
b. one broad
example.
c. limit your
examples to dictionary definitions.
d. generalizations.
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17. When the
sentences in a paragraph flow together smoothly, the paragraph has:
a. unity.
b. coherence.
c. style.
d. parallel structure.
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18. A fragment
is:
a. a complete
sentence.
b. an independent
clause.
c. a subject and
verb unit.
d. an incomplete
sentence.
Hint: Chapter 20
SLO7:Describe ways to correct fragments and run-ons.
LO7A:identify fragments and run-ons.
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19. A fragment
might begin with a present participle, which is:
a. the form of the
verb ending in –ed.
b. the form of the
verb beginning with to.
c. the form of the
verb beginning with –ing.
d. the base form of
the verb.
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20. Which
transition would be the most effective if inserted into the blank in the
following sentence? The bed and breakfast serves delectable gourmet breakfasts.
_________, soft drinks, tea, and cookies are available in the afternoon.
a. For example
b. In addition
c. Consequently
d. However
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21. Use
__________ to help clarify your supporting examples.
a. generalizations
b. transitions
c. correct grammar
d. details
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22. Which
transition would be the most effective if inserted into the blank in the
following sentence? Our cat Abigail has unusual toys; __________, she loves
playing with rolled up paper napkins.
a. nevertheless
b. instead
c. for example
d. however
23. A
paragraph plan will help you:
a. organize your
topic sentence and supporting details.
b. use appropriate
word choice and style.
c. correct errors in
grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
d. get your ideas
flowing.
24. To correct
an –ing or to fragment, either join the fragment to another sentence or:
a. omit the verb.
b. omit the subject.
c. add a participial
phrase.
d. add the missing
words.
25. When you
write a paragraph plan, your examples should:
a. none of the
choices apply.
b. be general and
relate to the topic sentence.
c. support points
that are not necessarily related to the topic sentence.
d. be presented in
alphabetical order.