English Exam Reviewer: Modals & Persuasive Texts

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Which modal verb indicates the highest level of certainty?

Maybe

Could

Will (correct)

Might

In a persuasive text, which element serves to establish the writer's credibility?

Logos

Pathos

Ethos (correct)

Conclusion

What is the primary purpose of a persuasive text?

To argue a point of view (correct)

To entertain the reader

To inform about a topic

To narrate a personal story

Which of the following is NOT considered an appeal to logic in persuasive writing?

Emotional anecdotes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the structure of a persuasive text?

Introduction, argument/s, analysis, conclusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of academic writing?

To aid the reader's understanding through clear and structured presentation. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of qualitative research?

It seeks to understand concepts through descriptions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the basic grammatical structure of research reports?

Effective use of commas can clarify sentence meaning. Signup and view all the answers

In quantitative research, what differentiates descriptive research from experimental research?

Descriptive measures subjects once to explore variable associations, experimental involves manipulation of variables. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct definition of a 'hypothesis' in research terminology?

A tentative explanation predicting a causal relationship between variables. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of academic writing is NOT emphasized?

The need to incorporate personal anecdotes and feelings. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a bibliography in a research report?

To list all sources cited throughout the report. Signup and view all the answers

Which period in Greek history is characterized by the emergence of Homeric literature?

Pre-Homeric Age- Homeric Age Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key qualities of Greek literature that contributes to its timelessness?

Permanence and Universality Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included as one of the major forms of Greek art?

Music Signup and view all the answers

Which Greek poet is considered one of the four great tragic poets alongside the Greco-Roman tradition?

Sophocles Signup and view all the answers

What does the Hellenic festival celebrate?

Traditional and modern Greek music, drama, and performances of ancient theaters Signup and view all the answers

In what sense is Greek literature described as 'essentially full of artistry'?

It is intentionally developed by people honing their aesthetic sensibilities. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Greek literature is true regarding its originality?

Some aspects of literature can be traced back to Greek roots, but not all. Signup and view all the answers

Which city is known as the capital of the Hellenic Republic?

Athens Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the period of decline in Greek history?

It saw a reduction in artistic and intellectual achievements. Signup and view all the answers

What is included in a parenthetical citation in APA style?

Author's last name and year of publication Signup and view all the answers

When quoting directly in APA format, what must be included in the citation?

The page number or page range of the quote Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about citations with unknown authors is correct?

Cite the source by its title in the signal phrase or parentheses Signup and view all the answers

What should be used when citing works by three or more authors in APA style?

Use 'et. al' only in the in-text citation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly shows the addition of an author with the same last name in a citation?

(D. Smith, 2000; J. Smith, 2005) Signup and view all the answers

When referencing a source without a publication date, what abbreviation is used in the citation?

n.d. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to format a citation for a work by two authors within the text?

Wegener and Petty (1994) supports... Signup and view all the answers

In APA style, what is the requirement for the use of past or present perfect tense in signal phrases?

Use past or present perfect tense when describing earlier research Signup and view all the answers

What format should the page number be in a citation for a direct quote?

Use 'p.' for one page or 'pp.' for multiple pages Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Modals

Modals express levels of certainty regarding actions or events.
Categories include low certainty (e.g., perhaps, maybe), moderate certainty (e.g., likely, probably), and high certainty (e.g., is, must).

Persuasive Texts

Persuasive texts aim to convince a specific audience of a particular viewpoint.
Structure includes an introduction (subject), arguments (factual reasons), and a conclusion (suggested action).
Ethos: Appeals to the writer's credibility and ethics.
Logos: Appeals to logic through evidence, statistics, and analysis.
Pathos: Appeals to the readers’ emotions and relatability.

Simple Research Report

Academic writing displays clear, concise, structured content supported by evidence.
A formal tone avoids first-person language, contractions, colloquialisms, and slang.

Grammatical Structure of Research Reports

Guidelines include avoiding sentence-ending prepositions, repetition, and using proper punctuation.
Emphasizes complete sentences and maintaining subject-verb agreement.

Types of Research Paper

Qualitative: Expressed through words, focuses on understanding concepts and experiences.
Quantitative: Expressed through numbers and graphs, used to test theories by collecting data before analysis.

Research Paper Types

Descriptive: Measures subjects once to establish variable associations.
Experimental: Involves controlled data manipulation to observe effects.

Technical Research Terms

Bibliography: List of cited sources in a research paper.
Hypothesis: Tentative explanation predicting a relationship between variables.

In-text Citations

Types include parenthetical (author's name and date together) and narrative (author's name integrated in text).
Proper use of page numbers required for direct quotes.

Research Paper Structure

Elements include cover page, abstract, introduction, literature review, methodology, results, conclusion, recommendations, reference list, bibliography, and appendices.

APA Referencing

Supports arguments, acknowledges influences, and prevents plagiarism.
Guidelines for citing one author, multiple authors, and group authors.
Differences for unknown authors and versions by the same author.

Journal and Book Referencing

Specific format for citing articles and books, including publication year and titles.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

Unique identifier for electronic documents, essential for academic citations.

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Prepare for your English exam with this comprehensive quiz covering modals and persuasive texts. Explore different levels of certainty in modals and learn the fundamentals of crafting persuasive arguments. Test your knowledge and boost your confidence before the exam!