Revision and Order of Sentences - Writing Practice Test
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Which of the following purposes is the writer most consistent with in the passage?

  • To inform readers about Hurston's work and her career as a writer (correct)
  • To defend Hurston's writing from critical attacks
  • To analyze the main themes in Hurston's writing
  • To persuade readers to admire Hurston's life and work

What change would improve the sequence of ideas in the first paragraph?

  • Reverse the order of Sentences 1 and 2
  • Reverse the order of Sentences 3 and 4 (correct)
  • Reverse the order of Sentences 4 and 5
  • Reverse the order of Sentences 2 and 3

Which sentence should be revised to eliminate redundancy?

  • Sentence 4
  • Sentence 5 (correct)
  • Sentence 6
  • Sentence 9

What would be the most appropriate purpose if the writer focused on defending Hurston's writing?

<p>To address critical attacks on Hurston's writing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which change would disrupt the flow of ideas in the passage?

<p>Introduce new information unrelated to Hurston (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way could Sentence 6 be rewritten for greater clarity?

<p>Replace complex words with simpler synonyms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the writer aimed to persuade readers to admire Hurston's life, what type of details would be most relevant?

<p>Personal anecdotes from Hurston's friends (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Reverse the order of Sentences 1 and 2.' What impact would this change have?

<p>'Bury the lead' by delaying key information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Reverse the order of Sentences 4 and 5.' How would this affect the paragraph?

<p>'Inverted pyramid' structure for inverted impact (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Passage Purpose

The most important purpose of the provided passage is to inform readers about Hurston's work and career as a writer.

Improving Paragraph Flow

Reversing the order of Sentences 3 and 4 in the first paragraph would improve the flow of ideas by presenting the main point earlier and providing supporting evidence.

Redundancy in Writing

Sentence 5 should be revised to eliminate redundancy by removing unnecessary repetition of information already mentioned in previous sentences.

Purpose: Defense

If the writer aimed to defend Hurston's writing, the appropriate purpose would be to address critical attacks on her work, refuting negative opinions and highlighting its merits.

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Maintaining Focus

Introducing new information unrelated to Hurston would disrupt the passage's flow by breaking the focus on her work and creating a disconnect for the reader.

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Clarity in Writing

Sentence 6 could be rewritten for greater clarity by replacing complex words with simpler synonyms, making the sentence easier to understand for a wider audience.

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Persuading Admiration

If the writer aimed to persuade readers to admire Hurston's life, the most relevant details would be personal anecdotes from her friends, showcasing her character and personality.

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Bury the Lead

Reversing the order of Sentences 1 and 2 would bury the lead by delaying the key information, keeping readers engaged and prompting curiosity.

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Inverted Pyramid Structure

Reversing the order of Sentences 4 and 5 would create an inverted pyramid structure, emphasizing the conclusion and diminishing the impact of the supporting evidence.

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Study Notes

Paragraph Structure and Clarity

  • Questions 4 and 25 ask about rearranging sentence order to improve paragraph coherence.
  • Options include reversing sentence orders to enhance clarity.

Error Correction

  • Questions 5 and 6 address errors in modification.
  • Corrections involve verb tense consistency, adjective forms, and adverb usage.

Reading Comprehension and Critical Thinking

  • Readers must consider language, tone, and evidence in evaluating arguments.
  • Awareness of tactics like sarcasm, indignation, and personal attacks is essential.

Purpose and Tone

  • Question 24 asks about the writer's purpose in presenting information.
  • Options include informing, defending, persuading, and analyzing.

Redundancy and Revision

  • Questions 5 and 26 ask about eliminating redundancy in sentences.
  • Revision options involve rephrasing or removing sentences to improve concision.

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Test your ability to revise sentences for clarity and eliminate redundancy in writing. Also, practice rearranging sentences to improve the sequence of ideas in paragraphs. This quiz is designed to help you prepare for writing assessments.

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