English Composition 2 Final Exam
English Composition 2 Final Exam.
Questions and Answers
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I will not accept/except late work in this class, accept/except in the case of death in the immediate family.
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Accept, accept
- B.
Accept, except
- C.
Except, accept
- D.
Except, except
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
A. Accept, acceptExplanation
The correct answer is "accept, accept" because the sentence is stating that the speaker will not allow late work in their class, unless there is a death in the immediate family. In this context, "accept" means to allow or receive something, while "except" means to exclude or make an exception. Therefore, the correct answer is "accept, accept" to convey the intended meaning of the sentence.Rate this question:
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Whatʼs wrong with this sentence?"In todayʼs culture Christianity has created its own sterile sub-culture."
- A.
A comma should go after Christianity.
- B.
Culture should be capitalized.
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A comma should go after culture.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. A comma should go after culture.Explanation
The given sentence is incorrect because it is missing a comma after the word "culture." The correct sentence should be: "In today's culture, Christianity has created its own sterile sub-culture." The comma is necessary to separate the introductory phrase "In today's culture" from the main clause "Christianity has created its own sterile sub-culture."Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?"My roommate said her philosophy class was hard, and the one I'm in is hard, too. All philosophy classes must be hard!"
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Philosophy isn't hard.
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There was not enough evidence to support that conclusion.
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The evidence is invalid.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. There was not enough evidence to support that conclusion.Explanation
The given correct answer is "There was not enough evidence to support that conclusion." This is because the sentence presents a hasty generalization by assuming that all philosophy classes must be hard based on the experiences of two individuals. However, the experiences of just two people cannot be generalized to the entire population of philosophy classes. Therefore, there is not enough evidence to support the conclusion that all philosophy classes are hard.Rate this question:
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That movie had really cool special affects/effects.
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Affects.
- B.
Effects.
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Neither.
- D.
Either.
Correct Answer
B. Effects.Explanation
The correct answer is "effects." In this sentence, the word "effects" refers to the visual or audiovisual elements used in the movie to create a sense of realism or enhance the storytelling. The word "affects" is a verb that means to have an influence on something, while "effects" is a noun that refers to the result or consequence of something. Therefore, "effects" is the correct term to describe the special visual elements in the movie.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this block quote?
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It is indented too far in.
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It should not be in quotations.
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It should not be single spaced.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. It should not be in quotations.Explanation
The block quote should not be in quotations because block quotes are already visually distinct from the rest of the text, typically appearing as indented paragraphs. Quotation marks are generally used to indicate direct speech or to enclose a short phrase or sentence. Therefore, using quotation marks for a block quote would be redundant and unnecessary.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?In its purist form, Christendom takes laws and power into its own hands without Christ’s guidance.
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Purist is not used correctly.
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It is a run-on sentence.
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"Its" should be "it's."
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
A. Purist is not used correctly.Explanation
The word "purist" is not used correctly in the sentence. The correct term to use would be "purest" to describe the most genuine or unadulterated form of Christendom.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Until the government is ran by the Prince of Peace, there will be problems.
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"Prince of Peace" should not be capitalized.
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"Problems" should be "problem's."
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Ran is past-tense.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. Ran is past-tense.Explanation
The correct answer is "Ran is past-tense." The verb "is" should be followed by the present tense form of the verb, so it should be "Until the government is run by the Prince of Peace..."Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this opening sentence?Since the dawn of time man has wondered whether toast always lands butter side down.
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It is a vague and inaccurate statement.
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Dawn of time should be capitalized.
- C.
Toast should be toasts.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
A. It is a vague and inaccurate statement.Explanation
The opening sentence is incorrect because it is a vague and inaccurate statement. It makes a generalization about the curiosity of mankind without providing any specific evidence or context. Additionally, the statement about toast always landing butter side down is not universally true and can vary depending on various factors.Rate this question:
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If an assignment requires a 300-600 word count, how many words should be in the body of the paper?
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250.
- B.
300, including the cover page and bibliography.
- C.
Between 300 and 600 words, not counting the cover page or bibliography.
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601.
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700.
Correct Answer
C. Between 300 and 600 words, not counting the cover page or bibliography.Explanation
The question asks for the word count of the body of the paper, excluding the cover page and bibliography. The correct answer states that the body of the paper should have between 300 and 600 words. This means that the cover page and bibliography are not included in the word count requirement.Rate this question:
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Do all non-original words and/or ideas have to have a footnote and a bibliographical entry?
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Footnote, yes. Bibliography, no.
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Footnote, no. Bibliography, yes.
- C.
Yes, both.
- D.
No, neither.
Correct Answer
C. Yes, both.Explanation
The correct answer is "Yes, both." In academic writing, it is important to give credit to the original sources of non-original words and ideas. Footnotes are used to provide additional information or acknowledge sources within the text, while a bibliography is a list of all the sources consulted or referenced in the work. Including both footnotes and a bibliography ensures that all non-original words and ideas are properly attributed and allows readers to locate and verify the sources.Rate this question:
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- 11.
There were to/too/two many books to/too/two read and not enough time to read them.
- A.
To, too
- B.
Too, to
- C.
Two, too
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To, two
- E.
Two, to
Correct Answer
B. Too, toExplanation
The correct answer is "too, to". "Too" is used to indicate excess or more than is needed, while "to" is used as a preposition before a verb or as part of an infinitive verb form. In this sentence, "too" is used to convey that there were an excessive number of books, and "to" is used to indicate the purpose or intention of reading them.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?The seriousness of a punishment should match the seriousness of the crime. Right now, the punishment for drunk driving may simply be a fine. But drunk driving is a very serious crime that can kill innocent people. So the death penalty should be the punishment for drunk driving.
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It makes drunk driving more serious than it is.
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It assumes the innocence of humanity.
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It makes the death penalty seem like the only proper punishment.
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Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. It makes the death penalty seem like the only proper punishment.Explanation
The given sentence suggests that the death penalty should be the only punishment for drunk driving, which implies that no other forms of punishment, such as imprisonment or license suspension, are appropriate. This assumption is problematic as it fails to consider alternative methods of punishment that could effectively deter and rehabilitate offenders. Additionally, the severity of the death penalty may not align with the seriousness of the crime for everyone, leading to potential ethical concerns.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?President Jones raised taxes, and then the rate of violent crime went up. Jones is responsible for the rise in crime.
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Should be "rised taxes"
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Unsupported connection between the raising of taxes and the crime rate.
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Comma should come after Jones.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. Unsupported connection between the raising of taxes and the crime rate.Explanation
The correct answer is "Unsupported connection between the raising of taxes and the crime rate." The sentence suggests that President Jones raising taxes caused the rate of violent crime to increase. However, the sentence does not provide any evidence or explanation to support this connection. It is important to have evidence or a logical explanation to establish a cause-and-effect relationship between two events. Without this support, it is not valid to conclude that Jones is responsible for the rise in crime.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Animal experimentation reduces our respect for life. If we don't respect life, we are likely to be more and more tolerant of violent acts like war and murder. Soon our society will become a battlefield in which everyone constantly fears for their lives. It will be the end of civilization. To prevent this terrible consequence, we should make animal experimentation illegal right now.
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Animal experimentation does not actually lead to war or murder.
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"To prevent this terrible consequence" should come after "right now."
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Civilization should be capitalized.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
A. Animal experimentation does not actually lead to war or murder.Explanation
The given correct answer explains that the sentence "Animal experimentation does not actually lead to war or murder" is incorrect. The sentence in the original passage suggests that if animal experimentation continues, it will lead to a lack of respect for life, which in turn will lead to tolerance of violent acts like war and murder. The correct answer points out that this connection between animal experimentation and war/murder is not supported or proven.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Guns are like hammers--they're both tools with metal parts that could be used to kill someone. And yet, it would be ridiculous to restrict the purchase of hammers--so restrictions on purchasing guns are equally ridiculous.
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There should not be a comma after yet.
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The similarities between guns and hammers do not have anything to do with the main concern of gun safety.
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Ridiculous is not used properly.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. The similarities between guns and hammers do not have anything to do with the main concern of gun safety.Explanation
The given correct answer states that the sentence is wrong because the similarities between guns and hammers do not have anything to do with the main concern of gun safety. The sentence is discussing the idea that restrictions on purchasing guns are equally ridiculous as restricting the purchase of hammers. However, the argument is flawed because it fails to address the main concern of gun safety and the potential harm that guns can cause. The comparison between guns and hammers is irrelevant in this context.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?We should abolish the death penalty. Many respected people, such as actor Guy Handsome, have publicly stated their opposition to it.
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Actor should be capitalized.
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"Abolish" is not used properly.
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Mr. Handsome's opinion does not necessarily make something true.
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Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. Mr. Handsome's opinion does not necessarily make something true.Explanation
The given correct answer states that "Mr. Handsome's opinion does not necessarily make something true." This is a valid explanation because the sentence is implying that the death penalty should be abolished based on the opinion of actor Guy Handsome. However, just because a respected person like Mr. Handsome opposes the death penalty, it does not mean that abolishing it is the correct or universally accepted decision. Public opinion alone does not determine the validity or correctness of an argument or statement.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Aside from Carter’s pacifist reasoning behind not believing a Christian should be involved in government, and most likely law enforcement, separation from culture does not make sense for two reasons.
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Run-on sentence.
- B.
Pacifist should be capitalized.
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Sense should be since.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
A. Run-on sentence.Explanation
The given correct answer is "Run-on sentence." This is because the sentence is too long and contains multiple independent clauses that are not properly connected. It should be broken down into shorter sentences or connected with appropriate punctuation to make it more clear and concise.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Jerusalem is representing the neighborhood in which the Disciples and Apostles lived.
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"is representing" should be represents.
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Neighborhood should be capitalized.
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A comma should come after Jerusalem.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
A. "is representing" should be represents.Explanation
The correct answer is "is representing" should be represents. The verb "represents" should be used instead of "is representing" to maintain proper subject-verb agreement. Since "Jerusalem" is a proper noun, it should be capitalized. Additionally, a comma should be placed after "Jerusalem" to separate the subject from the verb.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?The movement of the Holy Spirit is not a force that can be controlled and that is something hard to promote.
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"the Holy Spirit is not a force" is awkward.
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"is not a force that can be controlled" is awkward.
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"and that is something hard to promote." is awkward.
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Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. "and that is something hard to promote." is awkward.Explanation
The given correct answer is "and that is something hard to promote." is awkward. This part of the sentence does not flow well with the rest of the sentence. It seems out of place and does not fit smoothly into the overall structure. It could be rephrased or rewritten to improve the clarity and coherence of the sentence.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this sentence?Then he said, “Please return my laptop”.
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"he" should be capitalized.
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The period is on the wrong side of the quotation mark.
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There should not be a comma after said.
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Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. The period is on the wrong side of the quotation mark.Explanation
In this sentence, the period is incorrectly placed on the wrong side of the quotation mark. According to standard punctuation rules, the period should be placed inside the quotation mark when it is part of the quoted material. Therefore, the correct placement should be: Then he said, "Please return my laptop."Rate this question:
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- 21.
Its/It’s getting late.
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Its
- B.
It's
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Its'
- D.
Either
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Neither
Correct Answer
B. It'sExplanation
The correct answer is "It's" because it is a contraction of "it is." In this sentence, "It's getting late" means "It is getting late."Rate this question:
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I took my car to the shop on my lunch brake/break to get the brakes/breaks fixed.
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Brake, brakes
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Break, breaks
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Break, brakes
- D.
Brake, breaks
Correct Answer
C. Break, brakesExplanation
The correct answer is "break, brakes" because in the sentence, the word "break" is used as a noun to refer to a pause or interval of time, while "brakes" is used as a noun to refer to the mechanical device used to stop or slow down a vehicle.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Gay marriages are just immoral. 70% of Americans think so!
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Marriages should be capitalized.
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There should be an apostrophe at the end of American.
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Popular opinion doesn't determine morality.
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Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. Popular opinion doesn't determine morality.Explanation
The given sentence implies that the immorality of gay marriages is based on the fact that 70% of Americans think so. However, the correct answer states that popular opinion doesn't determine morality. This means that the moral judgment of an action or belief should not be solely based on the majority's opinion. Morality is subjective and can vary among individuals, so it cannot be determined solely by popular opinion.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?The idea of Christians not becoming politicians is not an unreasonable argument.
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Politicians should be capitalized.
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It is awkwardly phrased.
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There should be an apostrophe after Christian.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. It is awkwardly phrased.Explanation
The given sentence "The idea of Christians not becoming politicians is not an unreasonable argument" is awkwardly phrased because it could be rephrased to improve clarity and readability.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?They used to go to the deli but now they goes to eat fast food.
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"fast food" should be capitalized.
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"goes" should be "go."
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"deli" should be capitalized.
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Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. "goes" should be "go."Explanation
The verb "goes" should be changed to "go" in order to agree with the subject "they". The sentence is talking about a plural group of people ("they") who used to go to the deli but now go to eat fast food. Therefore, the correct form of the verb should be "go" to match the plural subject.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this opening sentence?In a world with so many different views regarding culture, morals, ethics, religion, and economics, government is a necessary institution to maintain civility within a nation.
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It is a vague and irrelevant sentence.
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Not enough commas.
- C.
"religion" should be capitalized.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
A. It is a vague and irrelevant sentence.Explanation
The opening sentence is considered vague and irrelevant because it does not provide any specific information or context. It makes a general statement about the necessity of government in a world with diverse views, but it does not explain why or how government is necessary for maintaining civility within a nation. The sentence lacks clarity and fails to establish a clear argument or purpose.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this sentence?Christians are not supposed to control anyone, but rather show people God’s reign in their own life, and the change that has come through that.
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"Christians are not supposed to control anyone" is awkwardly phrased.
- B.
"the change that has come through that" is awkwardly phrased.
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Reign should be capitalized.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. "the change that has come through that" is awkwardly phrased.Explanation
The given correct answer is that "the change that has come through that" is awkwardly phrased. This is because the phrase is redundant and could be simplified.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this opening sentence?There are many views on politics.
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It is inaccurate.
- B.
It is a vague sentence that doesn't say anything.
- C.
Politics should be capitalized.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. It is a vague sentence that doesn't say anything.Explanation
The opening sentence "There are many views on politics" is considered a vague sentence that doesn't convey any specific information. It lacks clarity and fails to provide any context or details about the topic of politics or the different views associated with it. Therefore, it is a weak and uninformative sentence.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this sentence?This pizza has cheese pepperoni and mushrooms.
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There should be a comma after cheese.
- B.
There should be a comma after "and"
- C.
There should be a comma after cheese and pepperoni.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. There should be a comma after cheese and pepperoni.Explanation
The sentence "This pizza has cheese pepperoni and mushrooms" is missing a comma after the words "cheese" and "pepperoni". In a list of three or more items, a comma should be used to separate each item. Therefore, the correct version of the sentence would be "This pizza has cheese, pepperoni, and mushrooms."Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this footnote?
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The author's name should be "Kimball, Dan."
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There should not be parentheses in the footnote.
- C.
The first line is not indented.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. The first line is not indented.Explanation
The correct answer is that the first line is not indented. This means that the first line of the footnote is not aligned with the subsequent lines, which is a common formatting requirement for footnotes. Indenting the first line helps to visually distinguish it from the main text and makes it easier for readers to identify and locate the footnote.Rate this question:
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Tim chose/choose to play ball instead of doing his homework.
- A.
Chose
- B.
Choose
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Either
- D.
Neither
Correct Answer
A. ChoseExplanation
The correct answer is "chose" because it agrees with the subject "Tim" and the past tense of the verb "chose" indicates that the action of playing ball instead of doing homework has already happened in the past.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Andrea Dworkin has written several books arguing that pornography harms women. But Dworkin is an ugly, bitter person, so you shouldn't listen to her.
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"harms" should be "harm."
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Her appearance and character don't have anything to do with the validity of her argument.
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"pornography" should be capitalized.
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Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. Her appearance and character don't have anything to do with the validity of her argument.Explanation
The correct answer is that her appearance and character don't have anything to do with the validity of her argument. This is because the sentence is making a fallacious ad hominem attack by attacking the personal characteristics of Andrea Dworkin rather than addressing the substance of her argument. The validity of an argument should be evaluated based on the evidence and reasoning presented, not on the appearance or character of the person making the argument.Rate this question:
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Identify the poor word choices in this sentence.Our Constitution was made long ago to try and keep this nation of ours a Christian nation.
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"was made"
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"try and keep"
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"keep this nation"
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer(s)
A. "was made"
B. "try and keep"Explanation
The poor word choices in this sentence are "was made" and "try and keep". Instead of "was made", the word choice should be "was written" or "was drafted" to accurately describe the creation of the Constitution. Additionally, "try and keep" should be replaced with "to maintain" or "to preserve" to convey the intention of the Constitution in a more precise and effective manner.Rate this question:
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Identify the problems with this sentence.God’s initial intent was to keep the earth completely blameless and uncondemned, but through the fall his plan was tainted bringing death and destruction to the world.
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"to keep the earth" is awkward.
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"completely blameless and uncondemned," are poor word choices.
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There needs to be a comma after "fall."
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer(s)
B. "completely blameless and uncondemned," are poor word choices.
C. There needs to be a comma after "fall."Explanation
The sentence contains problems with word choice and punctuation. The phrase "completely blameless and uncondemned" is not the most effective way to convey the intended meaning. Additionally, a comma is needed after the word "fall" to separate the two clauses in the sentence.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?The ocean contains rich minerals that washed down from rivers and streams.
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"minerals" should be "mineral."
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There are commas missing.
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"washed" is past tense.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. "washed" is past tense.Explanation
The correct answer is "washed" is past tense. The sentence should be in present tense to maintain consistency.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this sentence?Such questions are best answered in greater detail.
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There are commas missing.
- B.
It is a vague sentence that doesn't say anything.
- C.
"answered" is past tense.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. It is a vague sentence that doesn't say anything.Explanation
The given correct answer states that the sentence is vague and does not convey any specific information. This implies that the sentence lacks clarity and fails to provide a clear message or purpose. Without additional context or details, it is difficult to understand the intended meaning or purpose of the sentence.Rate this question:
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Identify the problems with this opening sentence.There are so many problems in the American church today, which is inevitable due to the fact that the imperfect human race has been called to follow a perfect and holy being.
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It is a run-on sentence.
- B.
It is logically fallacious.
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The call to follow a perfect and holy being doesn't have anything to do with the problems in the American Church.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer(s)
A. It is a run-on sentence.
B. It is logically fallacious.
C. The call to follow a perfect and holy being doesn't have anything to do with the problems in the American Church.Explanation
The opening sentence is a run-on sentence because it contains multiple independent clauses that are not properly separated. It is also logically fallacious because it assumes that the problems in the American church are inevitable due to the imperfect nature of humans following a perfect and holy being. However, the call to follow a perfect and holy being does not necessarily have anything to do with the problems in the American church.Rate this question:
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Identify the problems with this sentence.This world has reared its ugly head to reveal a culture that disputes all Christian morals while the knowledge of these morals is known.
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"culture" is a poor word choice.
- B.
"disputes" is a poor word choice.
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"while the knowledge of these morals is known" is awkward.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer(s)
B. "disputes" is a poor word choice.
C. "while the knowledge of these morals is known" is awkward.Explanation
The sentence contains two problems. Firstly, "culture" is a poor word choice because it implies that the entire society disputes Christian morals, which may not be true. Secondly, "disputes" is a poor word choice as it suggests an active disagreement, whereas "challenges" or "questions" may be more appropriate. Additionally, the phrase "while the knowledge of these morals is known" is awkward and redundant, as it is unnecessary to state that knowledge is known.Rate this question:
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Identify the problems with this bibliographical entry?
- A.
The last name should be first.
- B.
The first line should be indented.
- C.
The second line should be indented.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer(s)
A. The last name should be first.
C. The second line should be indented.Explanation
The problems with this bibliographical entry are that the last name should be listed first and the second line should be indented.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this sentence?As a Christian or someone who imitates Christ one must keep God's commandments.
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It is a run-on sentence.
- B.
It is missing commas.
- C.
Commandments should be capitalized.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. It is missing commas.Explanation
The given sentence "As a Christian or someone who imitates Christ one must keep God's commandments" is missing commas. Commas should be used to separate the different parts of the sentence, specifically before and after the phrase "or someone who imitates Christ". This would make the sentence clearer and easier to understand.Rate this question:
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Could you stop by/bye/buy the store to by/bye/buy some cheese for me?
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By, bye
- B.
Bye, buy
- C.
Buy, by
- D.
By, buy
- E.
Bye, by
Correct Answer
D. By, buyExplanation
The correct answer is "by, buy" because the sentence is asking someone to stop at the store in order to purchase some cheese. "By" is incorrect as it does not make sense in this context, and "bye" is also incorrect as it is a farewell word and does not fit the sentence. "Buy" is the correct word to use in this sentence as it indicates the action of purchasing the cheese.Rate this question:
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Is this a valid argument?I know the exam is graded based on performance, but you should give me an A. My cat has been sick, my car broke down, and I've had a cold, so it was really hard for me to study!
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Yes. The professor is logically obligated to award the student an A.
- B.
No. People who have hard weeks are not entitled to A's.
Correct Answer
B. No. People who have hard weeks are not entitled to A's.Explanation
The answer states that people who have hard weeks are not entitled to A's. This implies that the student's argument, which is based on personal difficulties, is not a valid reason for receiving an A. The answer suggests that the professor should not be logically obligated to award the student an A based on the circumstances mentioned.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?Wisdom and discernment are huge when it comes to politics.
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Wisdom and discernment are irrelevant to politics.
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"huge" is a poor word choice.
- C.
Discernment should also be capitalized.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. "huge" is a poor word choice.Explanation
The given correct answer for this question is "huge" is a poor word choice. This is because the word "huge" is too informal and casual for the context of politics. It would be more appropriate to use a more formal and precise word to describe the importance of wisdom and discernment in politics.Rate this question:
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Identify the problems with this sentence?Using the word Christian as a label has a negative connotation in the present today and is not helpful to any Christian.
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Christian should be in quotations.
- B.
"is not helpful to any Christian" is unnecessary.
- C.
"present today" is redundant.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Christian should be in quotations.
B. "is not helpful to any Christian" is unnecessary.
C. "present today" is redundant.Explanation
The problems with this sentence are that "Christian" should be in quotations, "is not helpful to any Christian" is unnecessary, and "present today" is redundant.Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?About noon the sky darkened, a breeze sprang up, and a low rumble announces the approaching storm.
- A.
"sprang up" should be "sprung up."
- B.
"rumble" should be "rumbled."
- C.
"announces" should be "announced."
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. "announces" should be "announced."Explanation
The correct answer is "announces" should be "announced." The sentence is describing a past event, so the verb "announced" should be in the past tense to match the tense of the other verbs in the sentence ("sprang up" and "darkened").Rate this question:
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What's wrong with this sentence?I work on my math homework as I talked on the phone.
- A.
"work" should be "worked."
- B.
There should be a comma after math.
- C.
"math homework" should be capitalized.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
A. "work" should be "worked."Explanation
The sentence is in the past tense because "talked" is in the past tense. Therefore, the verb "work" should also be in the past tense to maintain consistency.Rate this question:
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- 47.
What’s wrong with this opening sentence?One thing I want to discuss is Elvis’ influence on Christian music.
- A.
It is missing commas.
- B.
It says too much.
- C.
It is a weak opening.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
C. It is a weak opening.Explanation
The opening sentence is considered weak because it does not grab the reader's attention or create interest. It simply states that the author wants to discuss Elvis' influence on Christian music without providing any compelling or intriguing information. A stronger opening could include a captivating fact, an intriguing question, or a thought-provoking statement to engage the reader from the beginning.Rate this question:
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Identify the problems with this cover page.
- A.
The cover page shouldn't have a page number and the first initial doesn't belong in the header.
- B.
The font is inappropriate for college writing.
- C.
There is information missing and the layout is wrong.
- D.
The date isn't formatted properly.
- E.
Nothing.
Correct Answer(s)
A. The cover page shouldn't have a page number and the first initial doesn't belong in the header.
B. The font is inappropriate for college writing.
C. There is information missing and the layout is wrong.
D. The date isn't formatted properly.Explanation
The given answer correctly identifies the problems with the cover page. It mentions that the cover page should not have a page number and the first initial does not belong in the header. It also points out that the font used is not suitable for college writing. Additionally, it states that there is missing information and the layout is incorrect. Lastly, it highlights that the date is not formatted properly.Rate this question:
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What’s wrong with this sentence?That does not mean all of our information is wrong, but that there are only a few things we can know for certain.
- A.
"all of our information" is awkwardly phrased.
- B.
"there are only a few things" is awkwardly phrased.
- C.
"we can know for certain" is awkwardly phrased.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
D. Nothing.Explanation
The given sentence is grammatically correct and does not contain any errors or awkward phrasing. Therefore, there is nothing wrong with this sentence.Rate this question:
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- 50.
What's wrong with this sentence?Through observing the natural world we have figured out how to harness the power of running water but we have not figured out why we are here.
- A.
"Through observing the natural world" is awkwardly phrased.
- B.
There should be a comma after "water."
- C.
"harness the power of running water" is awkwardly phrased.
- D.
Nothing.
Correct Answer
B. There should be a comma after "water."Explanation
The given correct answer suggests that the sentence is incorrect because there should be a comma after "water." This is because the sentence is a compound sentence with two independent clauses joined by the conjunction "but." In such cases, a comma is needed before the coordinating conjunction to separate the two clauses.Rate this question:
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