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Which of the following is not considered a good research question?

a. What features do most popular national parks have in common?
b. What factors have influenced population growth in the fastest growing countries?
c. What effect do social media have on people’s minds?
d. What effects does daily use of Twitter have on the attention span of under16s?
All of these are ways to limit and narrow your research topic except
a. by geographical area b. by interest c. by culture d. by time frame
Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?

a. A healthy diet is important because it increases energy, prevents illness and
promotes well-being in all people.
b. A healthy diet is important.
c. People should include eight servings of fruits and vegetables in their diet everyday.
d. Bananas are one of the most nutritious foods on earth.
The first and most important step in any research is to identify and delineate the research
problem. This statement is
a. true b. false c. maybe true or false d. none of the above
Which is the most useful and accessible source of information in research.

a. encyclopedia b. television c. Internet d. books
The _________________ paragraph should start with a "hook" to grab the reader's attention.
a. Introduction b. body c. conclusion d. refutation
With regards to the use of language, the following advice is helpful:

a. use a complex vocabulary to show your competence
b. try to choose words that are obscure
c. use precise and simple words to convey thoughts
d. use jargon to demonstrate your expertise, especially to outsiders
Detailed descriptions, examples, statistics, and definitions are important types of _____.
a. introductory materials c. transition materials
b. supporting materials d. concluding materials
Which of the following is not true of expository essays?

a. You need to write a thesis statement.
b. You should end your essay with a concluding paragraph.
c. An expository essay is about convincing your reader to take a side.
d. You should back up your facts with statistics and charts.
Which of the following statements best describes expository writing?

a. it exposes readers to different literary genres.
b. It is a form of writing that exposes readers to the life of an author.
c. It seeks to explain or inform readers about a subject.
d. It exposes actors to the play and the vision of a director.
What type of essay presents arguments about both sides of an issue?
a. expository b. argumentative c. narrative d. descriptive
What do you call the main argument of an essay stated in a single sentence?
a. hook b. background information c. thesis statement d. rebuttal
Which is not a valid supporting information to convince the reader with your stance?
a. rumors b. testimonies c. statistics d. verifiable facts
What do you call an argument that refutes earlier claims?

a. counterclaim b. thesis statement c. hook d. conclusion
What is the main goal of an argumentative essay?

a. To convince the reader that the writer’s point of view is the best option
b. To present information
c. To argue with the reader
d. To convince the reader that the writer knows best
A conclusion is made up of three different parts. Which of the following does not belong to the group?
a. Rewrite the main premise, which is the thesis statement, which shows up in the opening,
introduction paragraph of the essay.
b. Include a couple of general sentences. They should summarize the arguments involved in
the body paragraphs to provide supporting evidence for the major premise.
c. Add a warning of the outcomes of not following the thesis and a general statement of the
ways society will benefit from using offered ideas.
d. Begin by introducing the topic and state your thesis statement clearly.
Why do we need to restate our position in the conclusion?

a. to remind the reader of the overall purpose of the essay.
b. to leave the reader’s with good impression
c. to inform the readers about your point
d. all the above
In restating the thesis statement, do we have to copy what we have written in the Introduction?
a. Yes, because we are restating the thesis statement
b. No, this is redundant and shows lack of creativity. We must think of another way
to put forth the same idea
c. Yes, because we must emphasize our point clearly.
d. None of the above
What is the restatement of position in the paragraph?

a. Humans are the main cause of global warming.
b. Most scientist agree that global warming is due to the rapid rise of
greenhouse gasses since the industrial revolution.
c. While others may argue that factory farms are the main cause of global
warming.
What is the final statement of the author?
a. Passing by a homeless person is not common.
b. Only when the whole scope of the problem is known can society begin to
come up with a comprehensive solution
c. Although it is easy to think that homelessness is caused by a mental
problem, there are some factors to consider.
d. All of the above
What is the restatement in the paragraph?

a. Though social media allows young users to connect with people across the
world and get instantaneous news about the world around them, it also has
come with many complications
b. From access to inaccurate information to the rise of cyberbullying, the bad
can sometimes outweigh the good among younger users.
c. With 73% of young Americans ages 12-17 years old using Facebook, it
may be time to devise better rules for promoting responsible use
You really ___________ watch tv this much. (shall / shouldn‟t)
She ___________ be at work, she always works at this time. (must / could)
Speak up, I ___________ hear you! (can‟t / couldn‟t)
I ___________ hear a word he said. (can‟t / couldn‟t)
Andrew ___________ call his wife urgently. (must / shouldn‟t)
Today, few people (will/would) consider living without the conveniences they take for
granted.
Americans (can/could) perform many daily tasks easily because tools to simplify life
are widely available.
Financial tasks are just one example of personal responsibilities that (will/would) have
been more difficult in the years before home computers.
Now, people (can/could) use computers to view their accounts and pay their bills.
With the right computer software, people (may/might) do their own taxes rather than
hire accountants to do it for them.
While vaping might be less risky than traditional smoking, continued efforts to
understand the long-term health effects need to be made before establishing the
safety of using e-cigarettes.
(claim, background, reason, evidence, counterclaim, response to counterargument)
Government should regulate the use of vape and other e-cigarette devices.
Studies show a negative health impact of e-cigarettes and other vaping devices.
Approximately 40 million people use e-cigarettes worldwide.

Vaping or using e-cigarettes helps people quit smoking and there is no concrete
evidence that can cause cancer.
Clinical tests have shown that e-cigarettes can have damaging effects on the
respiratory tract and the heart.
1. A ___________ is a speech delivery type which is written out completely and read to the audience.
2. ____________ in and out before your speech. Most importantly, have fun.
3. In order to get a positive first impression, begin your speech by standing _________
and balancing your weight.
4. You will look confident and professional if you _______ properly and appropriately for the
occasion.
5. Avoid distracting ___________ like moving back and forth, leaning on the podium,
adjusting hair or clothing, biting or licking your lips, scratching parts of your
body, frowning and other unnecessary movements.
6. Avoid having a poker face or a highly animated face. These ________ expressions
may appear distracting or annoying. Instead, wear a smile. On the other hand,
make sure that your speech reflects your facial expressions; do not smile if you
are discussing something sad.
7. Make use of the ___________ style which is more natural just like how you converse
with your family members or friends. Strive to be as authentic and genuine as
yourself.
8. Hold the audience’s attention by looking at them in the ____ so that they will feel
that they are part of your speech.
9. The audience size and the venue should be considered in adjusting the _________ of
your voice.
10.In order to keep your audience interested and avoid _________ pattern, you need to
vary you rate or speed.
11.Master your voice and find your pitch level. Make sure to speak in a ___________ voice.
12.Pronounce and enunciate words correctly. You will confuse the audience if you __________ words
and it could distract them and affect your credibility.
13.Use ___________ to emphasize the most important words, phrases or sentences.
14.Avoid _________ or expressions such as uhms, ahs and the likes that substitute the actual words
in your speech because these words are distracting.
15._____________ speech is a delivery given on the spur of the moment with little or no preparation.

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Judge Analytical listening Evaluate Argument Advocacy

Which of the following is not considered a good research question?

Which of the following is a strong thesis statement?

Which is the most useful and accessible source of information in research.

With regards to the use of language, the following advice is helpful:

Which of the following is not true of expository essays?

Which of the following statements best describes expository writing?

What do you call an argument that refutes earlier claims?

What is the main goal of an argumentative essay?

Why do we need to restate our position in the conclusion?

What is the restatement of position in the paragraph?

What is the restatement in the paragraph?

You really ___________ watch tv this much. (shall / shouldn‟t)

Speak up, I ___________ hear you! (can‟t / couldn‟t)

I ___________ hear a word he said. (can‟t / couldn‟t)

Andrew ___________ call his wife urgently. (must / shouldn‟t)

Approximately 40 million people use e-cigarettes worldwide.

13.Use ___________ to emphasize the most important words, phrases or sentences.

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