Writing & Communication Skills Flashcards

Which sentence uses the correct verb tense consistently?

Answer: She walked to the store and bought milk.

Both verbs are in the past tense, keeping the sentence consistent.

In narrative writing, what does 'pacing' refer to?

Answer: The speed at which events unfold for the reader

Pacing controls how quickly or slowly the story's events are presented.

Which sentence correctly uses a colon?

Answer: Bring these items: a pencil, an eraser, and a ruler.

A colon follows a complete independent clause to introduce a list.

Which detail is LEAST relevant to a paragraph about the importance of Lake Superior to Minnesota's economy?

Answer: The writer's cousin once saw a rainbow over the lake.

A personal anecdote about a rainbow does not support the economic focus.

Which word is spelled correctly?

Answer: Definitely

'Definitely' is correct; the others should be 'receive,' 'separate,' and 'occurred.'

What is the BEST way to combine: "The storm was strong. It knocked down trees."

Answer: The strong storm knocked down trees.

Embedding the adjective creates one concise, grammatically correct sentence.

Which conclusion BEST ends an informative essay about wolves in Minnesota?

Answer: By understanding the wolf's role in the ecosystem, Minnesotans can help protect this species for future generations.

A strong conclusion restates the main idea and leaves the reader with a meaningful final thought.