Analyzing Essays: Linking Texts and Graphics
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What is the primary objective of this lesson?

  • To learn how to write a summary of a text
  • To learn how to analyze a graphic independently
  • To understand the importance of each part of an essay (correct)
  • To identify the differences between formal and informal tone

What should you consider when linking two texts or a text and a graphic in an essay?

  • Only the agreement and disagreement between the sources
  • The tone of the two sources
  • The relationship between the two sources, including their perspectives and positions (correct)
  • The length of the two sources

What should you avoid when writing an essay that links two sources?

  • Mentioning both sources in every paragraph
  • Using precise and exact words
  • Using connecting words and phrases
  • Summarizing each source and then moving on (correct)

What is the characteristic of writing that has an objective tone?

<p>It is impersonal and lacks any mention of the writer's feelings or opinions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of using an objective tone in writing?

<p>It creates a formal tone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to link two sources in an essay?

<p>Using connecting words and phrases, such as 'Although the text says X, the picture says Y' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using precise and exact words in writing?

<p>To avoid slang words and contractions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between objective tone and formal tone?

<p>Objective tone is a part of formal tone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to create a formal tone in writing?

<p>Using language and word choices that are precise and exact (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of considering the perspective of each source in an essay?

<p>To make an argument about the two sources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What point of view should be used in formal writing?

<p>Third person (he, she, it, they) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What voice should be used in formal writing?

<p>Passive voice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of determining the gist of a written piece?

<p>To improve reading speed and comprehension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in finding the gist of a written piece?

<p>Ask yourself 'what is the point' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of being able to quickly determine the gist of a written piece?

<p>It increases reading speed and comprehension (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the intended audience in writing?

<p>To know who the writing is intended for (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you determine the intended audience of a written piece?

<p>By looking for clues such as word choice, length, and overall design (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in editing the work of others?

<p>Edit for content (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of being able to determine the tone, flow, and mood of a written piece?

<p>It makes reading more enjoyable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of summarizing the gist of a written piece?

<p>To quickly understand the main points (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a copyeditor's job?

<p>To analyze a work's grammar, punctuation, and content for clarity and accuracy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a complete sentence?

<p>A sentence with a subject-verb pair, a complete thought, a capital letter, and a period (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of reviewing the work of other writers?

<p>Improved writing skills through learning from others' mistakes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of sentence has two independent clauses connected by a comma and coordinating conjunction?

<p>Compound sentence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an incomplete sentence?

<p>A sentence missing a subject-verb pair (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for incomplete sentences made up of two or more independent or complete sentences written as one sentence?

<p>Run-ons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of editing the work of others?

<p>To learn from their mistakes and improve our own writing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a clause that makes sense by itself and contains a subject-verb pair?

<p>Independent clause (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a copyeditor's role in publishing?

<p>To review the work for clarity, accuracy, and error-free content (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a complex sentence?

<p>It has a main or independent clause and a dependent clause (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When linking two sources in an essay, what should you consider?

<p>The relationship between the sources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using connecting words and phrases in an essay?

<p>To link the two sources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tone is created by using precise or exact words and avoiding slang words and contractions?

<p>Formal tone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of writing that has an objective tone?

<p>It lacks any mention or allusion to the writer's feelings or opinions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of using an objective tone in writing?

<p>A formal tone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the perspective of each source in an essay?

<p>To make an argument about the two sources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid when writing an essay that links two sources?

<p>Summarizing each source (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using precise and exact words in writing?

<p>It creates a formal tone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using the third person point of view in formal writing?

<p>To create a sense of objectivity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between objective tone and formal tone?

<p>Using an objective tone helps to create a formal tone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mentioning both sources in every paragraph of the essay?

<p>To make an argument about the two sources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of being able to quickly determine the gist of a written piece?

<p>It increases reading speed and efficiency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a copyeditor in publishing?

<p>To ensure the original author's ideals are maintained (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in editing the work of others?

<p>Edit for content (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of summarizing the gist of a written piece?

<p>To understand the main idea of the text (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a formal tone in writing?

<p>It is objective and formal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using precise and exact words in writing?

<p>To convey complex ideas clearly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of reviewing the work of other writers?

<p>It develops critical thinking skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone that is usually required in formal writing?

<p>Objective and formal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of editing the work of others?

<p>To maintain the original author's ideals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a copyeditor's job?

<p>To analyze a work's grammar, punctuation, and content to ensure clarity and accuracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a complete sentence?

<p>A sentence with a main or independent clause and a dependent clause (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a main clause or independent clause?

<p>A clause that makes sense by itself and contains a subject-verb pair (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of reviewing the work of other writers?

<p>Learning from the mistakes of others and improving one's own writing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes an incomplete sentence?

<p>A sentence that lacks any of the essential components, such as a capital letter, subject-verb pair, complete thought, or period (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep in mind the original author's perspective when editing?

<p>To ensure that the tone and message of the original work are maintained (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of effective writing and communication?

<p>Using complete sentences to convey ideas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a copyeditor's role in publishing?

<p>To analyze a work's grammar, punctuation, and content to ensure clarity and accuracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an incomplete sentence type?

<p>A run-on or a fragment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of reviewing the work of other writers?

<p>To learn from the mistakes of others and improve one's own writing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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