11 Composition Final
WRITING AND RESEARCH
Choose the best answer to each question.
1. To properly paraphrase research material one must
a) change the words used in the original
b) change the word order and style used in the original
c) cite the source at the end of the paraphrase
d) all of the above
e) none of the above
2. When parenthetically citing a source with no named author the writer should
a) omit any citation
b) cite by the source’s title
c) cite as (Unknown)
d) cite with the publication company
e) none of the above
3. A thesis statement
a) should be changed, if necessary, to reflect a paper’s changing content
b) should be established before research begins and never change
c) should puzzle the reader
d) should be the first sentence of a paper
e) should not be mentioned until all evidence is given
4. The main purpose of a bibliography is to
a) make your paper longer
b) prove that your sources are credible and valid
c) add your personal reactions to the research
d) give suggestions for further reading
e) none of the above
5. How does an argument’s thesis/claim relate to its purpose?
a) they are the same thing b) the claim is an arguable opinion; the purpose is what the
writer wants the audience to do or think as a result of that opinion c) the claim is
researched fact; the purpose is the thesis related to the facts d) the claim relates to
the readers’ emotions; the purpose relates to their logic e) none of the above
6. A rebuttal a) weakens an argument b) is a valuable defensive tool that blocks
opposing claims c) appeals to reason d) is not stated until the conclusion e) all of
the above
7. Logos is a) an appeal to reason b) an appeal to emotion c) the appeal of one’s own
credibility d) a counterargument e) none of the above
8. Pathos is a) an appeal to reason b) an appeal to emotion c) the appeal of one’s own
credibility d) a counterargument e) none of the above
9. Which of the following would NOT build Ethos a) admitting that some opposing
arguments are true or fair b) showing one’s own experience or knowledge in a
subject area c) comparing one’s values to those of the audience d) criticizing
opposing views as foolish e) using language that creates a professional tone
10. A sweeping generalization a) is an argument that is unrelated to the writer’s claim
b) is a stereotype c) involves toying with the reader’s emotions d) creates
credibility for the author e) all of the above
11. When evaluating a website’s credibility, one should consider
a) the sponsor/author of the site b) the date of the site’s last update
c) the site’s domain ending d) its relevance to the topic
e) all of the above
12. Identify the correct parenthetical citation for this source:
Hammer, John and Frank Nails. Handymen and Their Craft. Detroit: Harper
Publishers, 2010. Print.
a) (Hammer #)
b) (Handymen and Their Craft #) c) (Hammer and Nails #)
d) (John Hammer and Frank Nails 2010)
e) none of the above
13. Identify the correct parenthetical citation for this source:
“Better Gun Control Laws Would Prevent Mass Shootings.”
The Brady Campaign. 4 Feb. 2012. Web. 7 Jan. 2013.
a) (“Better Gun Control Laws”)
b) (The Brady Campaign)
c) (Better Gun Control Laws Would Prevent Mass Shootings)
d) (Bradycampaign.org #)
e) none of the above
BradyCampaign.org.
14. Which use of research and citation is correct and is the most effective:
a) Hans Jones, a doctor at the Mayo Clinic and an expert on youth aggression, asserts that
“video games, used in moderation, actually decrease violent behaviors” (214).
b) Hans Jones states an interesting statistic, “video games, used in moderation, actually
decrease violent behaviors” (214).
c) A doctor at the Mayo Clinic and an expert on youth aggression, asserts that “video
games, used in moderation, actually decrease violent behaviors.”
d) “Video games, used in moderation, actually decrease violent behaviors” (Jones 214).
e) none of the above
15. Which use of research and citation is correct and is the most effective for a statement
quoted in another source by someone other than the source’s author:
a) Holly, an eleventh grader who was interviewed about her homework habits, admitted
that “[She has] so much homework that [she] often [has] to finish some assignments
in homeroom” (qtd. in Holly 27).
b) According to Holly, an eleventh grader who was interviewed about her homework
habits, “I have so much homework that I often have to finish some assignments in
homeroom” (qtd. in Fullbright 27).
c) “I have so much homework that I often have to finish some assignments in
homeroom” (Fullbright 27). This is what an eleventh grader said when interviewed
about her homework habits.
d) Holly said “I have so much homework that I often have to finish some assignments in
homeroom” (Fullbright 27). She is an eleventh grader who was interviewed about her
homework habits.
e) None of the above
Grammar and Mechanics
If the sentence is correct, select “a”. If the sentence has an agreement error
(subject-verb OR pronoun-antecedent) or a misplaced or dangling modifier,
select “b”.
16. Someone who is struggling in school should ask their teachers for help.
17. Lying on a stretcher, they carried him out.
18. A common complaint of dissatisfied patrons is the long wait for a table.
19. The teacher or the students take morning attendance.
20. Molly came over while I was playing the piano with a piece of pound cake.
21. Beneath my bed in a purple shoe box is my favorite pair of heels.
22. Believable characters, a fast-paced plot, and suspense are part of a good movie.
23. The coach, along with the players, speak highly of the team owner.
24. When a customer asks for a refund, he should be given back his money immediately.
25. When students listen to music while studying, you are better able to remember
information.
26. I saw empty iced tea bottles and dirty napkins walking through the cafeteria.
Identify the portion of the sentence that contains an error in punctuation
27. John, if I lend you my car, will you return it _ tomorrow?
A
B
C
D) no error
28. Greg decided he wanted to try out for the wrestling team _ once he
A
discovered the team’s conditioning routine , however , he decided to sign up
B
C
for ping pong instead to avoid strenuous exercise. D) no error
29. Surprising Philly sports fans, the Phillies has an abysmal season;
A
B
nevertheless, fans packed the ballpark despite the team’s decline. D) no error
C
30. The Bailey family, my neighbors to the left, is renovating their house, it needs
A
B
C
a ton of work. D) no error
31. I have three goals in life; to become a Jeopardy contestant, to meet Beyonce, and to
A
C
visit one new out-of-state location each year. D) No error
C
Vocabulary
In each sentence below, one word has been underlined. Choose its correct synonym from
the definitions listed below it. Fill in the letter on your answer sheet which matches the
letter next to the synonym.
32. Uncle Tom's Cabin, published in 1852, is recognized as one of the most significant
antebellum works of literature in the United States.
a. peaceful
b. pre-Civil War
c. anti-war
d. challenging
33 Hitler illustrated his bellicose attitude by invading Poland on September 1, 1939.
a. war-like
b. harsh
c. uncaring
d. unbalanced
34. A pungent odor awoke the sleeping girl; she feared there was
a. alarming
b. sharp
c. sweet
d. appealing
35. As the young girl went through the family photo album, a picture of her grandmother,
who had passed away the month before, stirred several poignant memories.
a. old-fashioned
b. memorable
c. recent
d. touching
36. The amicable relationship I maintain with my coworkers has made work much more
pleasant.
a. romantic
b. business-like
c. friendly
d. distant
37. The young teacher never wanted his pedagogy to be considered out-dated.
a. art of teaching
b. jokes
c. course outline
d. testing
38. The tenth grader, because he was so experienced and poised, easily took first place in
the local oratorical contest.
a. dental hygiene
b. cooking
c. public speaking
d. spelling
39. The radio station received numerous complaints about the talk show host’s
inflammatory remarks.
a. arousing strong emotion
b. boring
c. ridiculous
d. confusing
40. Once Pearl Harbor was attacked on December 7, 1941, many Americans rushed to
recruiting stations the next day, feeling that impending war with Japan could not be
avoided.
a. violent
b. costly
c. soon to happen
d. life-threatening