Writing Basics Quiz

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What is the primary function of phonology in a language?

To establish a standard way of pronunciation for effective communication (correct)
To create complex sentence structures
To differentiate between similar-sounding words
To develop a unique vocabulary for each dialect

Why is grammar important for writers of the mass media?

To understand the etymology of words
To ensure that words and sentences can be spoken correctly (correct)
To create complex sentence structures
To differentiate between formal and informal writing

What is the characteristic of a complete sentence?

It has a subject, a verb, and a clear syntax
It contains a minimum of five words
It contains a subject and a verb (correct)
It expresses a complete thought and contains multiple clauses

What is the main challenge in defining the rules of grammar in the English language?

The language is too dynamic and constantly changing (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many kinds of sentences are there in the English language?

Four: simple, complex, compound, and compound-complex (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an English teacher or a grammar book in relation to grammar rules?

To impose or commonly accept grammar rules (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of grammar in the English language?

To string words together to describe complex thoughts, ideas, or actions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the study of the history of words and phrases?

Etymology (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is semantics particularly important for media professionals?

Because much of their work depends on a common understanding of the meanings of words (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard order of words in a sentence in English?

Subject, verb, predicate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of phonology in the English language?

To describe the sounds of words (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the rules that govern the formation and development of words?

Lexicon (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a comma in a sentence that contains a nonessential clause?

To set off the nonessential clause from the rest of the sentence (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the clause 'that she had always used' in the sentence 'Biodun wanted the kind of computer that she had always used'?

It is an essential clause and provides crucial information to the sentence (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between 'who' and 'whom' in a sentence?

'Who' is used as the subject of a sentence, while 'whom' is used as the object of a verb or preposition (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reading pages 13-22 of the recommended textbook?

To gain further insight into the topic of grammar and semantics (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the passage?

The proper usage of nonessential clauses and relative pronouns (D) Signup and view all the answers

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