Writing: An Introduction

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What is the definition of a sentence?

A sentence is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

Give an example of a sentence that is correctly capitalized.

Monday is the first day of the week.

What is the definition of a paragraph?

A paragraph is a group of sentences about a topic.

What are the three main parts of a paragraph?

<ol> <li>Topic sentence 2. Supporting sentences 3. Concluding sentence</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Provide an example of a geographic area that should be capitalized.

Southeast Asia Signup and view all the answers

Explain when to capitalize abbreviations.

Abbreviations like U.S.A or EU should be capitalized. Signup and view all the answers

Which pronoun should always be capitalized?

I. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first rule for using capital letters in English?

The first word in a sentence. Signup and view all the answers

When should names of people and their titles be capitalized?

When the title is followed by a name. Signup and view all the answers

Which nationalities, languages, religions, and ethnic groups should be capitalized?

Swedish, English, Spanish, Farsi, Muslim. Signup and view all the answers

What should be capitalized when referring to names of school courses with numbers?

Psychology, History 101. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a specific place that should be capitalized.

Lake Titicaca. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of writing according to the text?

The purpose of writing is both to express and impress. Signup and view all the answers

Why is writing considered important in higher education and the workplace?

Writing is important because it is used extensively in higher education and in the workplace. If students don’t know how to express themselves in writing, they won’t be able to communicate well with professors, employers, peers, or just about anyone else. Signup and view all the answers

What are some benefits of writing mentioned in the text?

Some benefits of writing include expressing one’s personality, fostering communication, developing thinking skills, making logical and persuasive arguments, reflecting on ideas, receiving feedback, and preparing for school and employment. Signup and view all the answers

Why do writers need to choose the best form for their writing?

Writers must choose the best form for their writing to ensure that the statements and paragraphs are clear to readers. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of personal writing mentioned in the text?

Examples of personal writing include letters, emails, greeting cards, diaries, personal journals, short stories, and poetry. Signup and view all the answers

How does writing help in preparing for school and employment?

Writing helps in preparing for school and employment by enabling individuals to make logical and persuasive arguments, receive feedback, and develop thinking skills. Signup and view all the answers