ESL 133 - Grammar and English Writing III » Spring 2021 » Writing Unit 2 Graded Quiz

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Question #1
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the paragraph and answer the questions that follow. How to Pack a Suitcase Most people take big suitcases when they travel because they do not really know how to pack. The first mistake that most people make is this: They fold their clothes. However, clothes should not be folded. Instead, they should be rolled up like little sausages. When clothes are rolled up, the amount of space needed is significantly reduced. In addition, unlike folded clothes, rolled clothes do not look messy after unpacking them. The next mistake people make is that they bring too many clothes, and especially, too many shoes. Most people do not need more than three pairs of shoes on any trip. It is best to wear the heaviest pair and pack the other two pairs. Most suitcases are too heavy to carry on a plane. Be sure to use the space inside each shoe to pack small items, for example, socks, gloves, sunglasses, or small electronic devices. Finally, people should think about the trip before they start packing. They should ask themselves, “What will I need first? What clothes will I need later in the trip?” The items needed at the beginning of the trip should be packed on top. Following these suggestions for packing will make any trip easier and more enjoyable! What is the purpose of the paragraph?
A.   It is best to wear the heaviest pair and pack the other two pairs.
B.   the best way to pack a suitcase
C.   when to pack a suitcase
Question #2
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the paragraph and answer the questions that follow. How to Pack a Suitcase Most people take big suitcases when they travel because they do not really know how to pack. The first mistake that most people make is this: They fold their clothes. However, clothes should not be folded. Instead, they should be rolled up like little sausages. When clothes are rolled up, the amount of space needed is significantly reduced. In addition, unlike folded clothes, rolled clothes do not look messy after unpacking them. The next mistake people make is that they bring too many clothes, and especially, too many shoes. Most people do not need more than three pairs of shoes on any trip. It is best to wear the heaviest pair and pack the other two pairs. Most suitcases are too heavy to carry on a plane. Be sure to use the space inside each shoe to pack small items, for example, socks, gloves, sunglasses, or small electronic devices. Finally, people should think about the trip before they start packing. They should ask themselves, “What will I need first? What clothes will I need later in the trip?” The items needed at the beginning of the trip should be packed on top. Following these suggestions for packing will make any trip easier and more enjoyable! What is the topic sentence?
A.   It is best to wear the heaviest pair and pack the other two pairs.
B.   Most suitcases are too heavy to carry on a plane.
C.   Most people take big suitcases when they travel because they do not really know how to pack.
Question #3
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the paragraph and answer the questions that follow. How to Pack a Suitcase Most people take big suitcases when they travel because they do not really know how to pack. The first mistake that most people make is this: They fold their clothes. However, clothes should not be folded. Instead, they should be rolled up like little sausages. When clothes are rolled up, the amount of space needed is significantly reduced. In addition, unlike folded clothes, rolled clothes do not look messy after unpacking them. The next mistake people make is that they bring too many clothes, and especially, too many shoes. Most people do not need more than three pairs of shoes on any trip. It is best to wear the heaviest pair and pack the other two pairs. Most suitcases are too heavy to carry on a plane. Be sure to use the space inside each shoe to pack small items, for example, socks, gloves, sunglasses, or small electronic devices. Finally, people should think about the trip before they start packing. They should ask themselves, “What will I need first? What clothes will I need later in the trip?” The items needed at the beginning of the trip should be packed on top. Following these suggestions for packing will make any trip easier and more enjoyable! Which sentence does not maintain the unity of the paragraph?
A.   Most suitcases are too heavy to carry on a plane
B.   Most people take big suitcases when they travel because they do not really know how to pack.
C.   It is best to wear the heaviest pair and pack the other two pairs.
Question #4
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the paragraph and answer the questions that follow. How to Pack a Suitcase Most people take big suitcases when they travel because they do not really know how to pack. The first mistake that most people make is this: They fold their clothes. However, clothes should not be folded. Instead, they should be rolled up like little sausages. When clothes are rolled up, the amount of space needed is significantly reduced. In addition, unlike folded clothes, rolled clothes do not look messy after unpacking them. The next mistake people make is that they bring too many clothes, and especially, too many shoes. Most people do not need more than three pairs of shoes on any trip. It is best to wear the heaviest pair and pack the other two pairs. Most suitcases are too heavy to carry on a plane. Be sure to use the space inside each shoe to pack small items, for example, socks, gloves, sunglasses, or small electronic devices. Finally, people should think about the trip before they start packing. They should ask themselves, “What will I need first? What clothes will I need later in the trip?” The items needed at the beginning of the trip should be packed on top. Following these suggestions for packing will make any trip easier and more enjoyable! Is the concluding sentence a restatement, a suggestion, or a prediction?
A.   a prediction
B.   a restatement
C.   a suggestion
Question #5
GRAMMAR: Consistent Pronoun Reference INSTRUCTIONS: Read the sentence(s). If there is an error, choose the sentence that expresses the same idea correctly. If there is no error, choose “no error.” Online pop up ads and banner ads are commonplace. However, Internet users find it quite annoying.
A.   no error
B.   Online pop up ads and banner ads are commonplace. However, Internet users find us quite annoying.
C.   Online pop up ads and banner ads are commonplace. However, Internet users find them quite annoying.
Question #6
GRAMMAR: Consistent Pronoun Reference INSTRUCTIONS: Read the sentence(s). If there is an error, choose the sentence that expresses the same idea correctly. If there is no error, choose “no error.” Children need a lot of practice when they start playing a musical instrument.
A.   Children need a lot of practice when he starts playing a musical instrument.
B.   Children need a lot of practice when you start playing a musical instrument.
C.   no error
Question #7
GRAMMAR: Consistent Pronoun Reference INSTRUCTIONS: Read the sentence(s). If there is an error, choose the sentence that expresses the same idea correctly. If there is no error, choose “no error.” Many people like soccer and basketball. He likes these sports because the action is so fast paced.
A.   no error
B.   Many people like soccer and basketball. We like these sports because the action is so fast paced.
C.   Many people like soccer and basketball. They like these sports because the action is so fast paced.
Question #8
INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the correct word form to complete each sentence. v = verb adj = adjective n = noun The __________________ between two employees started with shouting and ended in a fight.
A.   conflict (n)
B.   conflicted (adj)
C.   conflict (v)
Question #9
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the shorter sentences. Choose the sentence that best combines the ideas of the shorter sentences. How many people live in the country? The government needs to know. That is why the population is counted every ten years.
A.   The reason that the population is counted every ten years is that the government needs to know the number of people living in the country.
B.   Because the government needs to know how many people live in the country, the population is counted every ten years.
Question #10
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the shorter sentences. Choose the sentence that best combines the ideas of the shorter sentences. Sunlight can be beneficial for health. Too much sunlight can cause health problems. Doctors advise people not to get too much sunlight.
A.   Sunlight can be beneficial, but doctors advise that too much can cause health problems.
B.   Doctors advise that too much sunlight causes health problems, but sunlight can be beneficial.

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