KYOTE Writing Proficiency 2

Question 1

Which sentence uses a comma correctly with a coordinating conjunction?

Accepted Answer

She studied hard, so she passed the exam.

Answer

A comma is placed before a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS) that joins two independent clauses.

Question 2

A student writes: 'Everyone must submit their reports by Friday.' What does 'their' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Everyone

Answer

'Their' is used as a singular gender-neutral pronoun referring to 'everyone,' which is singular but treated as plural in informal usage.

Question 3

Which transition best shows a contrast between two ideas?

Accepted Answer

However

Answer

'However' signals a contrast or shift in direction between two ideas.

Question 4

In an argumentative essay, the BEST place to address a counterargument is:

Accepted Answer

In the body, before or after your main points

Answer

Acknowledging and refuting counterarguments in the body strengthens the writer's credibility and overall argument.

Question 5

Which revision makes this sentence more concise? 'Due to the fact that it was raining, the game was cancelled.'

Accepted Answer

Because it was raining, the game was cancelled.

Answer

'Due to the fact that' is a wordy phrase that can be replaced with 'because' for conciseness.

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