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Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The telephone connection was very poor I had to redial the number.
Identify the group of words below as a fragment, run-on/comma splice, or complete sentence: The sales manager has not set a time for the meeting.
Choose the correct verb to complete the following sentence: Here ________ the assignments that I have completed.
Choose the correct pronoun to complete the following sentence: Mark and ________ went to the workshop.
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Select the correctly punctuated sentence.
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When you quote, you use the exact wording from the source, but what do you do when you paraphrase?
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If writing a descriptive essay, what method of organizing the essay is most effective?
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If an essay's topic is too general, the student writer should __.
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A well-developed outline should include what?
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Support used in an effective essay should __.
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Narrative writing must be factual.
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When writing a narrative essay, what method of organization is most common?
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What are the basic components of a narrative? Select all that apply.
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What is the purpose of classification writing?
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In a classification essay, what should each body paragraph do?
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What method of organization should you use for a classification essay?
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Formal writing is writing that does not use slang, personal references, or shorthand.
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Using contractions in formal writing is acceptable.
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Using slang in formal writing is not acceptable.
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Addressing the reader directly is only allowed in process essays.
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Using statistics without proper reference is acceptable in formal writing.
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No first person (unless narrative essay) or second person unless in direct quotes.
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Originally, in academic writing, third person is used to create a formal tone.
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The following sentence is acceptable in formal writing: When you use this computer program, you have to be careful.
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The following sentence is acceptable in formal writing: I think that everyone should treat people fairly in job interviews.
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The following sentence is acceptable in formal writing: I agree with this research because it's true.
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The following sentence is acceptable in formal writing: My essay will discuss animal cruelty.
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The following sentence is acceptable in formal writing: In order to treat people fairly, one must listen to their words.
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The following sentence is acceptable in formal writing: According to my research, most of us enjoy watching television.
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The following sentence is acceptable in formal writing: I think that animal abusers should receive life sentences in prison.
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Study Notes
Sentence Structures
- A run-on sentence occurs when two independent clauses are improperly combined without appropriate punctuation. Example: "The telephone connection was very poor I had to redial the number."
- A complete sentence must have a subject and a predicate and express a complete thought. Example: "The sales manager has not set a time for the meeting."
Verb and Pronoun Usage
- "Are" is the correct verb form when referring to a plural subject: "Here ________ the assignments that I have completed."
- "Him" is the correct pronoun to use in the context of a compound subject: "Mark and ________ went to the workshop."
Sentence Punctuation
- The sentence "Carlos studied for his algebra test and his English exam." is correctly punctuated without extra commas.
Paraphrasing vs. Quoting
- Paraphrasing involves rewriting a passage in your own words, maintaining the original idea without using the exact wording.
Essay Organization
- Spatial order is an effective method for organizing descriptive essays to create a clear depiction of locations or subjects.
- To refine a general topic in an essay, a writer should narrow the focus for clarity and specificity.
Essay Outlines
- A well-developed outline includes the essay's thesis, topic sentences for each body paragraph, and supporting evidence.
Supporting Evidence in Essays
- Effective support in an essay should be relevant, specific, and detailed to reinforce the thesis statement and main ideas.
Narrative Writing
- Narrative writing does not have to be factual, allowing for creative expression and storytelling.
- Chronological order is the most common method for organizing narrative essays to follow the sequence of events.
Classification Writing
- The purpose of classification writing is to break down broad subjects into smaller, specific parts for better understanding.
- Each body paragraph in a classification essay should fully explore a subcategory related to the overall topic.
Formal Writing Conventions
- Formal writing avoids slang, personal references, and contractions to maintain a professional tone.
- Addressing the reader directly is generally restricted to process essays.
- Third-person perspective creates a formal tone by establishing distance between the writer and reader.
Acceptable Formal Writing Sentences
- Certain sentences containing personal opinions ("I think" or "According to my research") are not acceptable in formal writing.
- Statements that maintain an objective tone ("In order to treat people fairly, one must listen to their words.") are considered appropriate.
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This quiz features flashcards designed for the English 1101 Proctored Exam. Test your understanding of sentence structures such as fragments, run-ons, and complete sentences. Each card provides a sentence example for classification.
