Writing Practice Questions Flashcards
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Which sentence corrects the comma splice: 'The experiment failed, we tried again'?
Answer: The experiment failed; we tried again.
A semicolon correctly joins two related independent clauses that a comma alone cannot.
In a research simulation task, synthesizing sources means:
Answer: Combining ideas from multiple sources to support a point
Synthesis weaves together evidence from several sources to build a unified argument.
Which sentence uses an apostrophe correctly?
Answer: The student's book was on the desk.
The apostrophe before 's' shows singular possession: the book belonging to one student.
A writer wants to make a claim more convincing. The best added support would be:
Answer: Relevant facts, statistics, or expert testimony
Concrete evidence such as facts, statistics, or expert testimony strengthens a claim.
Which sentence is written in active voice?
Answer: The pitcher threw the ball.
Active voice has the subject performing the action, making writing more direct.
When revising for word economy, a writer should:
Answer: Remove redundant or unnecessary words
Cutting redundant words makes writing clearer and more concise.
Which sentence correctly uses a dependent clause to add detail?
Answer: Because the river rose quickly, residents evacuated the area.
The dependent clause 'Because the river rose quickly' attaches properly to an independent clause.