WR097
Quiz 1
I. Grammar (20 points):
Identify (1 pt) and correct (3 pts) the (one) error in each sentence:
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2.
3.
4.
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The resources and food on earth is gradually decreasing.
For many years blacks were told that white people are superior to them.
Modern physics employ a lot of mathematical models.
She spoke at length about critical reading and discusses its importance.
Have you ever considered using the Writing Center the tutors there offer
help with academic papers?
II. Vocabulary (20 points):
Give a definition and form (2 pts) of the word, and put in a sentence to
illustrate the meaning (3 pts).
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2.
3.
4.
digress
sufficient
embody
mentality
III. Theory of writing (10 points):
Describe the role of an outline in academic reading and writing.
IV. Discussion question (50 points):
In her essay “So You Want to Be a Writer? Here is How,” Goodman gives advice
on the process of becoming a writer. Which of her tips do you find helpful and are
likely to adopt in your own academic writing? Explain why.
Please edit and proofread carefully!
You may use your NS for reference.
WR097
Quiz 2
I. Syntax (20 points):
Identify (1 pt) and correct (3 pts) the error in each sentence:
1. Historians found documents about the horrible conditions that the
immigrants face on their transatlantic journey to the New World.
2. Intricate sentence structure and complicated writing is a challenge to readers.
3. Why the mistake happened with the assignment on Blackboard yesterday?
4. We believe that language and culture are connected, language is a product of
culture.
5. The rules to create a new word in English are irregular, which confuse nonnative speakers.
II. Vocabulary (20 points):
Give the definition and form (2 pts) of the word, and put in a sentence to
illustrate the meaning (3 pts).
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2.
3.
4.
prevalent
rebuttal
proportional
alleviate
III. Theory of writing (10 points):
Discuss how one makes a decision whether to use paraphrase or quotation
in an academic essay.
I.
Discussion question (50 points):
In his famous speech, “I Have a Dream,” Martin Luther King uses his
description of segregation as the basis for a claim. What is his claim? What
does he ask the audience to do about the situation he describes? Support your
answer with examples.
You may use NS only.
Please edit and proofread for grammar and spelling!
WR097
Quiz 3
I. Syntax (20 points):
Identify (2 pts) and correct (3 pts) the error in each sentence:
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2.
3.
The class discussed about the plot of the novel.
Why the author tells the story of a small town in Montana?
He went to the library before he decides to write a draft of his paper.
Computers are cheap and portable, so people can put it to use in everyday
situations.
II. Vocabulary (20 points):
Give the definition and form (2 pts) of the word, and put it in a sentence to
illustrate the meaning (2 pts).
1. persist
2. complexity
3. ambiguous
4. dilemma
5. conventional
III. Theory of writing (10 points):
What is a thesis statement? Describe its role in an academic paper.
IV. Discussion question (50 points):
Provide a brief summary of the small-town conflict that emerges in
Parts One and Two of Montana 1948.
You can use the novel for reference.
Please edit and proofread carefully.