Quiz Syllabus For English 1a

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This 12 question quiz will test students' knowledge of course syllabus, such as course description, expectations, requirements, policies, etc.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    The final exam is worth ___________ percent of your semester grade.

    • A.

      15

    • B.

      10

    • C.

      20

    • D.

      25

    • E.

      30

    Correct Answer
    C. 20
    Explanation
    Department policy identifies the exam is worth 20% of semester grade.

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  • 2. 

    Whenever there is an in-class activity, such as group work or research binder checks, and a student is absent, the student is unable to make up these points.  

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Refer to course syllabus

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  • 3. 

    Your final exam for this course will be an English Department Final exam and it is optional for students to take.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    All English 1A students are required to take the English Department Final, which will be 20% of the course grade.

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  • 4. 

    Prompt and consistent attendance by the student is important and attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class session.  Anyone not present at that time will:

    • A.

      Not be allowed to enter the classroom

    • B.

      Be marked absent

    • C.

      Needs to bring doughnuts for everyone

    • D.

      Have extra homework

    Correct Answer
    B. Be marked absent
    Explanation
    Refer to the section of Classroom Policies. Only cell phones will cause the sweet tooth of doughnuts.

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  • 5. 

    Can instructors drop students for attendance related reasons?

    • A.

      Yes

    • B.

      No

    Correct Answer
    A. Yes
    Explanation
    Yes, an instructor can drop students for attendance related reasons; this is not my policy rather it is a college policy.

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  • 6. 

    For English 1A students, all assignments are due at the beginning of class.  However, if a student is absent due to an unforeseeable circumstance and an assignment is due what can a student do to turn in their work?

    • A.

      Not turn in it at all

    • B.

      Submit their assignment by 3pm on the due date

    • C.

      Notify me for an extension for an extra 2 weeks

    • D.

      Both b and c

    Correct Answer
    B. Submit their assignment by 3pm on the due date
    Explanation
    f you answered “d”, you didn’t read the syllabus carefully! The correct answer is “b.” Students can get an extension when they notify me, but I will not accept any late assignments one week old.

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  • 7. 

    During our class, all cell phones should be put on vibrate.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    False. The cell phone policy is one that students salivate instantly (yummy doughnuts!) but students overlook it. Stated in bold lettering in the syllabus, all phones need to be turn off, not on vibrate, turn off.

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  • 8. 

    If a student's phone emits any sound for any circumstances, that student is required to follow which consequence:

    • A.

      Lose 5 points from class grade

    • B.

      Allow me and the rest of the classmates talk to the individual calling

    • C.

      Bring doughnuts for the entire class

    • D.

      Any of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. Any of the above
    Explanation
    D. The student who has been identified with the sound of their phone can choose any of the 3 responses. Be advised, you don’t want to lose $20 for doughnuts, nor lose valuable points from your grade, nor lose minutes on your cell plan. Your best option is to turn off the phone!

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  • 9. 

    If no student claims responsibility for the sound of their phone during class, what will occur?

    • A.

      The instructor will ignore and continue with lecture.

    • B.

      Class will be cancelled.

    • C.

      The instructor will rummage through every backpack, purse, jacket, etc.

    • D.

      The instructor will have sole discretion of implementing a consequence to their entire class.

    Correct Answer
    D. The instructor will have sole discretion of implementing a consequence to their entire class.
    Explanation
    D. We are all adults here. Do not let this happen.

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  • 10. 

    This is ___________ course, which will require students to have computer and internet access. 

    • A.

      An easy

    • B.

      A developmental

    • C.

      An internet enhanced

    • D.

      A challenging

    Correct Answer
    C. An internet enhanced
    Explanation
    C. Students will be held responsible for obtaining all announced handouts from Blackboard.

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  • 11. 

    All students _________ to attend the Enlace Honors Society on the ________.

    • A.

      Are required; 2nd Saturday of March

    • B.

      Are required; first weekend of the semester

    • C.

      Not required; March 13th

    • D.

      Not required; 2nd Saturday of March

    Correct Answer
    A. Are required; 2nd Saturday of March
    Explanation
    A. All students are required to attend the Enlace Honors Society on the 2nd Saturday of March.

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  • 12. 

     ___________ will be done to see the progress of student’s research.  Students need to purchase a binder and carry ___________.  Students will not be able to make up points ___________ when checks are done.

    • A.

      Courtesy checks; at all times; if they are absent

    • B.

      Random checks; at all times; if they are absent

    • C.

      Necessary checks; to class when announced 2 weeks in advance; if they are absent

    • D.

      Un-necessary checks; and turn in at the end of the semester; if they are absent

    Correct Answer
    B. Random checks; at all times; if they are absent
    Explanation
    Random checks will be done to see the progress of student's research. Students need to carry their binder at all times. Students will not be able to make up points if they are absent when checks are done.

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