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Grammar Basics: Punctuation and Capitalization

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What is the main distinction between simple reading and critical reading?

The level of understanding and interpretation required (correct)
The type of material being read
The purpose of the text
The level of attention required from the reader

What is the primary purpose of using signal devices in a written text?

To persuade the audience with emotional appeals
To connect ideas and create a smooth flow of thought (correct)
To simplify language for easier understanding
To create vivid images in the reader's mind

What is the primary function of concise language?

To persuade the audience with emotional appeals
To create vivid images in the reader's mind
To establish a connection with the reader
To convey complex ideas in a straightforward manner (correct)

What is the key characteristic of an implicit claim?

It is suggested in the wording or necessary to effectuate the purpose (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of transitions in a written text?

To connect ideas and create a smooth flow of thought (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying claims in a written text?

To evaluate the text's validity and credibility (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a comma in a series?

To separate items in a series of three or more nouns, verbs, modifiers, or phrases (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between coherent and cohesive?

Coherent refers to the connection of ideas to the central concept of a text, while cohesive refers to the relationship of ideas between sentences (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of abbreviation is 'FBI'?

Initialism (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between British and American English spellings?

British English keeps the original spelling of words, while American English changes them to fit pronunciation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of capitalizing the first word in a sentence?

To conform to grammatical rules (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the chronological method of organizing details in a paragraph?

Organizing details in the order in which they happened (D) Signup and view all the answers

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