Which sentence is most likely from a personal narrative

1 — English Composition

Recognize the major goals of an English Composition course.

1. According to the instruction, an overall goal of an English Composition course is to __________.

a.) explore the reading-writing connection

b.) I'll learn about authors' philosophies and major works

c.) write short stories, poetry, personal essays, and drama

d.) create a portfolio of different genres of writing

2. According to the instruction, an overall goal of an English Composition course is to __________.

a.) recognize how individuals and events change over time

b.) learn how to read and write in an academic context

c.) arrive at innovative solutions to a problem

d.) make effective oral presentations

3. According to the instruction, one goal of an English Composition course is to __________.

a.) become an active and critical reader

b.) analyze major authors' biographies and works

c.) practice public speaking

d.) study the history of language and communication

2 — The Writing Process

Identify and define the stages of the writing process.

4. Max is a food critic who has just dined at Sam's Steak House. Once home, he consults his notes and writes an intial version of his review. In the morning, he will re-assess key ideas and make changes to strengthen the piece of writing.

Max is at which stage of the writing process?

a.) Proofreading

b.) Brainstorming

c.) Drafting

d.) Revising

5. Max is a food critic who has just dined at Sam's Steak House. Once home, Max rereads the notes that he had taken during the dinner service and begins to consider how he will organize the review.

Max is at which stage of the writing process?

a.) Editing

b.) Revising

c.) Proofreading

d.) Prewriting

6. Max is a food critic who has just dined at Sam's Steak House. He creates an outline of his review on the train ride home. Once in his office, he powers up his PC and begins to type.

Max is at which stage of the writing process?

a.) Drafting

b.) Revising

c.) Editing

d.) Proofreading

3 — Modes

Given a paragraph or its purpose, identify the mode in which it is written.

7. While waiting to get a flu shot at the pharmacy, Nancy reads a brochure that explains what the flu vaccine is made of, how it works, and its possible side effects.

Given its purpose, choose the mode in which the brochure is written.

a.) Narrative

b.) Descriptive

c.) Argumentative

d.) Informative

8. Vanessa is writing an email to her mother. She tells her mother about events from her first day teaching in her own classroom. Vanessa writes in a story-like fashion and from her own perspective as she relates the day's happenings.

Vanessa is writing in which mode?

a.) Argumentative

b.) Descriptive

c.) Narrative

d.) Informative

9. Mandy spends a weekend in Bruges, Belgium, and wants her friends to know how it feels to be in that city. She closes her eyes to remember the sights, smells, and sounds of standing in the town square, before she picks up her pen and begins to write.

Mandy is writing in which mode?

a.) Informative

b.) Narrative

c.) Argumentative

d.) Descriptive

4 — Purpose and Audience

Recognize the role of purpose and audience in the context of composition.

10. Select the true statement about audience in writing.

a.) The audience can be intended or unintended readers of a piece of writing.

b.) The audience will be carefully selected by the writer.

c.) The audience's interest in the topic is the most important consideration for the writer.

d.) The audience determines the purpose and scope of a piece of writing.

11. Select the true statement about purpose in writing.

a.)

A writer's purpose should continually evolve throughout the writing process.

b.)

A writer's purpose will be unrelated to that writer's audience.

c.)

A writer's purpose includes both the topic and supporting details of the text.

d.)

A writer's purpose will determine the mode of composition.

12. Select the true statement about purpose in writing.

a.) Purpose is the style in which a specific piece of writing is composed.

b.) Purpose is what the writer hopes to achieve with a specific piece of writing.

c.) Purpose is the level of formality in which a text is written.

d.) Purpose is the topic or main idea of a piece of writing.

5 — Language Choices

Recognize how purpose and audience impact language choices in composition.

13. Avery is writing an article for her local paper urging residents to take action against pollution.

Considering her audience and purpose, Avery should use which type of language in her article?

a.) Neutral

b.) Academic

c.) Persuasive

d.) Technical

14. Simon is writing a letter to his sister to tell her about his semester studying abroad in London. He wants her to be able to picture the different landmarks he has visited.

Considering his audience and purpose, Simon should use which types of language in his letter?

a.) Informal and descriptive

b.) Formal and personal

c.) Informal and persuasive

d.) Formal and academic

15. Carla is writing an informative essay for her English class and wants to maintain an objective voice as she presents the information.

Considering her audience and purpose, Carla should use which type of language in her essay?

a.) Personal

b.) Persuasive

c.) Informal

d.) Formal

6 — Tone

Given a sentence or paragraph, identify the tone in which it is written.

16. I still remember the sweetness of the sun setting behind the mountains as the frogs began their evening songs.

What is the tone of this sentence?

a.) Hopeful

b.) Nostalgic

c.) Irritated

d.) Humorous

17. Oh my gosh, I can't believe Holly will be getting married; I can't wait to host an engagement party for her!

What is the tone of this sentence?

a.) Angry

b.) Disappointed

c.) Humorous

d.) Excited

18. My mom's chicken 'n dumplings recipe will not only heal your ailments, it will also solve all your problems and chase away a rainy day!

What is the tone of this sentence?

a.) Formal and sarcastic

b.) Formal and hopeful

c.) Informal and enthusiastic

d.) Informal and annoyed

7 — Identifying Purpose and Audience

Given a paragraph, identify the purpose and audience for which it was written.

19. More women and more scientists are running for public office in the United States than ever before. These trends are seen as a backlash against elected officials who are failing to represent, or even listen to, their constituents. Political incumbents are reacting by holding more town hall meetings and hiring outreach workers.

What is the most likely audience for and purpose for this statement?

a.) Audience: voters Purpose: to inform them of a changing political landscape

b.) Audience: potential candidates Purpose: to encourage them to run for office

c.) Audience: women Purpose: to prove that they can be effective leaders

d.) Audience: politicians Purpose: to persuade them to be more scientific

20. We need stricter consequences and more enforcement of the law against poaching abalone! The devastating impacts of poaching this increasingly rare species in California are clear, and if we continue to do nothing we will lose yet another aquatic species and further disrupt the delicate balance of the planet. You must take a stance and enforce the law by prosecuting all poachers.

What is the most likely audience for and purpose of this statement?

a.) Audience: lawmakers Purpose: to urge them to take action

b.) Audience: the general public Purpose: to advocate for a boycott on abalone

c.) Audience: Californians Purpose: to explain the history and process of abalone poaching

d.) Audience: poachers Purpose: to encourage them to get proper fishing licenses

21. In my ten years as president of MAC Enterprises, I have never met someone with as much integrity and dedication to her job as Marian. I confidently recommend her as a candidate for the management position at your company. While I fully support her decision to move on professionally, we would certainly feel her loss here at MAC.

What is the most likely audience for and purpose of this statement?

a.) Audience: the president of a rival company Purpose: to share a story about a stellar employee

b.) Audience: the HR manager at a new company Purpose: to recommend an employee's hire

c.) Audience: Marian's co-workers at MAC Enterprises Purpose: to inform them of Marion's departure from the company

d.) Audience: Marian's supervisor at MAC Enterprises Purpose: to recommend Marian for a promotion within the company

Writing Effective Sentences

1 — Parts of Speech

Identify the parts of speech in a sentence.

22.. Maria and her friends enjoy a walk on the beach every day of their vacation.

In this sentence, the word "enjoy" is what part of speech?

a.) Noun

b.) Pronoun

c.) Adjective

d.) Verb

22. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery on our long Sunday drive.

In this sentence, the word "beautiful" is what part of speech?

a.) Verb

b.) Adjective

c.) Noun

d.) Pronoun

23. We spent the day driving around to see some of our favorite places in the countryside.

In this sentence, the word "countryside" is what part of speech?

a.) Adjective

b.) Pronoun

c.) Verb

d.) Noun

2 — Verb Tense

Differentiate between sentences that have consistent verb tense and those that do not.

24. Nathan, a registered nurse, is working on an admissions essay for a BSN program.

Select the sentence from his draft that has a verb tense error.

a.) I will be the first member of my family to earn a college degree.

b.) The program you offer is flexible enough that I can continue to take care of my family.

c.) I have wanted to be a nurse since I was ten years old.

d.) I had went to work at the hospital almost ten years ago.

25. Nathan, a registered nurse, is working on an admissions essay for a BSN program.

Select the sentence from his draft that has a verb tense error.

a.) I think that my many years of experience in the nursing field will help me to be successful in this program.

b.) I want to continue my nursing training and became a more advanced medical practitioner.

c.) I first started working at the hospital as a nurse more than 10 years ago

d.) I am very excited to see what the future holds for me.

26. Nathan, a registered nurse, is working on an admissions essay for a BSN program.

Select the sentence from his draft that has a verb tense error.

a.) My family is so proud of me for making the decision to begin this degree program.

b.) Becoming an RN was extremely important to me and I cannot wait to advance my career.

c.) I find that being a nurse is like second nature to me since I enjoy making a difference in the lives of others.

d.) My son is one of my main reasons for pursuing this degree because I hope to be a role model for him.

3 — Subjects and Verbs

Identify the subject and verb in a sentence.

27. The box of books has sat on the counter in the kitchen for almost two weeks now.

Identify the subject and verb of the sentence above.

a.) "Box" is the subject and "has sat" is the verb.

b.) "Counter" is the subject and "sat" is the verb.

c.) "Box" is the subject and "sat" is the verb.

d.) "Counter" is the subject and "has sat" is the verb.

28. Both Linda and Dale are considering the purchase of a horse farm.

Identify the subject and verb of the sentence above.

a.) "Both" is the subject and "purchase" is the verb.

b.) "Both" is the subject and "considering" is the verb.

c.) "Linda and Dale" is the subject and "considering" is the verb.

d.) "Linda and Dale" is the subject and "are considering" is the verb.

29. After the meeting, the council delayed the vote on the new construction project.

Identify the subject and verb in the sentence above.

a.) "Council" is the subject and "delayed" is the verb.

b.) "Meeting" is the subject and "vote" is the verb.

c.) "Meeting" is the subject and "delayed" is the verb.

d.) "Council" is the subject and "construction" is the verb.

4 — Independent and Dependent Clauses

Differentiate between independent clauses, dependent clauses, and phrases in

30. Although we often disagree, I trust my sister to tell me the truth about a situation.

Identify the independent clause in the sentence.

a.) "my sister to tell me the truth"

b.) "I trust my sister"

c.) "the truth about a situation"

d.) "Although we often disagree"

31. Picking apples in the fall is one of my favorite family activities unless it is cold or crowded at the orchard.

Identify the dependent clause in the sentence.

a.) "one of my favorite family activities"

b.) "unless it is cold or crowded"

c.) "Picking apples in the fall"

d.) "it is cold or crowded at the orchard"

32. During the afternoon, I often listen to podcasts until the children come home from school, and then the countdown to dinner begins.

Identify the phrase in the sentence.

a.) "the children come home"

b.) "the countdown to dinner begins"

c.) "I often listen to podcasts"

d.) "During the afternoon"

5 — How to Join Independent and Dependent Clauses

Use conjunctions to join clauses correctly.

33. __________ we tried our best to get to the theater on time, the play had already begun by the time we got there.

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to join the two clauses.

a.) If

b.) Because

c.) Although

d.) When

34. Both children jumped up at once to help: Charlie swept the floor __________ his sister washed the dishes.

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to join the two clauses.

a.) while

b.) because

c.) if

d.) but

35. I was tired last night, __________ I watched television in bed and turned off the lights by 10:00.

Choose the correct coordinating conjunction to join the two clauses.

a.) so

b.) and

c.) but

d.) for

6 — Identifying Sentence Fragments

Identify or correct sentence fragments.

36. Elliot is writing a statement to show his support for a presidential candidate:

(1) Marsha Walker has always been a leader. (2) Because I have worked closely with her on the judiciary committee for several years now. (3) Her attention to detail and her commitment to serving her constituents are evident. (4) Because of these reasons, I fully support her candidacy for president and urge you to do the same.

Choose the sentence fragment.

a.) Sentence 3

b.) Sentence 2

c.) Sentence 4

d.) Sentence 1

37. Brynn is reading a brochure before her trip to Iceland:

(1) Learn about Iceland’s natural resources as you explore the amazing sights on this map. (2) Along the route outlined in red, you will find three main attractions. (3) One of Iceland’s gorgeous waterfalls, a national park, and a valley full of active geysers. (4) You can call the phone number below for details and tour schedules and costs.

Choose the sentence fragment.

a.)

Sentence 2

b.) Sentence 3

c.) Sentence 4

d.) Sentence 1

38. Myasia is reading an email from her boss regarding employees skipping lunch breaks:

(1) Some of you are not taking time away from your desks to enjoy the lunch hour. (2) A mid-day break has been proven to increase work performance and job satisfaction. (3) While I value the work you do, I also value you as human beings. (4) Fully aware that I cannot enforce this.

Choose the sentence fragment.

a.) Sentence 3

b.) Sentence 4

c.) Sentence 2

d.) Sentence 1

7 — Correcting Sentence Fragments

Correct sentence fragments

39. While eating at a restaurant, Nancy read this on the menu: Since opening our family-owned restaurant in 1979. Select the sentence that corrects the sentence fragment.

a.) Our family-owned restaurant having opened in 1979.

b.) Opening our restaurant in 1979, it is family owned.

c.) Opened in 1979, our restaurant is family-owned.

d.) Although our family-owned restaurant opened in 1979.

40. Phoebe read the note her little brother had left on the counter: I haven’t washed the dishes yet. I’ll wash them later. After I take the dog for a walk. Here’s an idea. Maybe you would like to wash them for me? Choose the sentence that corrects a sentence fragment.

a.) Haven’t washed the dishes yet, will wash them later.

b.) I haven’t washed the dishes yet, I’ll wash them later.

c.) I’ll wash them later, after I take the dog for a walk.

d.) Here’s an idea, how would you like to wash them for me?

41. Skyler re-read her email before sending it:

It was so great to hear from you, Carol. Yes, of course, I’d love to meet for coffee next time I’m in the city. How many years has it been now? Since before our daughters were born. We both know how quickly they’ve grown! Let’s set April 18 as a tentative date, shall we? Choose the sentence that corrects a sentence fragment.

a.) So great to hear from you, Carol.

b.) It’s been since before our daughters were born.

c.) Knowing how quickly they’ve grown!

d.)

Yes of course.

8 — Identifying Run-On Sentences

Identify or correct run-on sentences.

42. Identify the run-on sentence.

a.) She often finds interesting viewing outside the movie theater when couples fight about which movie to see.

b.) Sometimes the food court is the best watching, especially when harried moms try to feed hungry kids.

c.) However, teenagers, who tend to hang out by the arcade, are often the most amusing entertainment.

d.) Miranda loves to spend time at the mall just observing, she is an avid people watcher.

43. Identify the run-on sentence.

a.) It was raining a bit today, so I made sure to take an umbrella with me to avoid getting wet.

b.) I spent the afternoon downtown visiting many unique shops, galleries, and museums.

c.) If I decide to go on a hike tomorrow, I will need to make sure I pack my bug spray.

d.) The city is so quaint, it’s right on the ocean and you can smell salt in the air everywhere you go.

44. Identify the run-on sentence.

a.)

Since school had been cancelled for the day, they had hours of daylight to enjoy.

b.) One mom made hot chocolate, and the rosy-cheeked children lined up at her back door for a taste.

c.) The neighborhood kids put on coats and boots and hats and gleefully ran outside it had been snowing all morning.

d.) Some kids began to sled down the Culbertson’s hill, while others began building a snowman in the field.

45. Choose the revision that corrects the run-on sentence:

Working with children brings me great satisfaction I have always wanted to be a teacher I love my job.

a.) Working with children brings me great satisfaction, I have always wanted to be a teacher, I love my job.

b.) Working with children brings me great satisfaction; I have always wanted to be a teacher, and I love my job.

c.) Working with children brings me great satisfaction I have always wanted; to be a teacher; I love my job.

d.) Working with children; brings me great satisfaction, I have always wanted to be a teacher I love my job.

46. Choose the revision that corrects the run-on sentence:

Amy reapplied sunscreen to the baby’s face the sun was so hot she wondered if they should go inside.

a.) Amy reapplied sunscreen to the baby’s face the sun was so hot. She wondered if they should go inside.

b.) Amy reapplied sunscreen to the baby’s face. The sun was so hot she wondered if they should go inside.

c.) Amy reapplied sunscreen to the baby’s face; the sun was so hot she wondered; if they should go inside.

d.) Amy reapplied sunscreen; to the baby’s face the sun was so hot; she wondered if they should go inside.

47. Choose the revision that corrects the run-on sentence:

We usually have class promptly at 8:00 today it’s different we’re not beginning until 9:00.

a.) We usually have class promptly at 8:00, but today it’s different, we’re not beginning until 9:00.

b.) We usually have class promptly at 8:00, today it’s different; because we’re not beginning until 9:00.

c.) We usually have class promptly at 8:00, today it’s different, we’re not beginning until 9:00.

d.) We usually have class promptly at 8:00; today it’s different. We’re not beginning until 9:00.

Writing Effective Paragraphs

1 — Paragraph Development

Recognize the roles of the topic sentence, supporting sentences, and concluding sentence within a paragraph.

48. In a paragraph, the purpose of supporting sentences is to __________.

a.) create transitions between ideas within the paragraph

b.) supply examples of other ideas closely related to the main idea

c.) repeat the main idea in a variety of ways to emphasize the importance of the topic

d.) provide details that reinforce and further develop the main idea of the paragraph

49. Longer paragraphs or stand-alone paragraphs should end with a concluding sentence, which __________.

a.)

offers further analysis of the paragraph's main idea

b.) summarizes the main idea of the paragraph

c.) introduces new details to further engage the reader

d.) repeats the topic sentence

50. An informative paragraph should begin with a topic sentence, which __________.

a.) clearly articulates the main point of the paragraph

b.) takes a position or states an opinion about the paragraph

c.) explains why the author is interested in the topic

d.) provides examples of what might be discussed in the paragraph

2 — Paragraph Organization

Given the purpose of a paragraph, identify the appropriate organizational structure.

51. Katherine is writing a paragraph about an experience she had as a child that taught her an important lesson. She records the events from her childhood as she remembers them, making sure she includes character descriptions and dialogue.

Which type of paragraph is Katherine writing?

a.) Chronological

b.) Emphatic

c.) Spatial

d.) TEE

52. Joann wants to describe her ideas about how the proposed new playground for an elementary school should be organized and designed. She wants her readers to visualize how the playground will be laid out and accessible for kids of all ages and abilities.

Which type of paragraph best suits Joann's purpose?

a.) Spatial

b.) TEE

c.) Chronological

d.) Emphatic

53. Alex is writing an argumentative paragraph about enforcing leash laws for dogs in his community. His most important point is that unleashed dogs pose a threat to people and other pets, so he begins with that idea.

Which type of paragraph is Alex writing?

a.) Emphatic

b.) TEE

c.) Spatial

d.) Chronological

3 — Developing an Effective Topic Sentence

Identify the topic sentence that fits the scope of a given paragraph.

54. Choose the topic sentence that effectively introduces a paragraph about tourism in Las Vegas.

a.)

Some people think that Las Vegas is the capital of Nevada, but that title actually belongs to Carson City.

b.) In 2016, the population of Las Vegas was over 600,000.

c.) More than 41 million visitors each year drive the economy of Las Vegas.

d.) The average price of a home in Las Vegas is about $300,000.

55. Choose the topic sentence that most effectively introduces a paragraph about the reasons eggs are often not refrigerated in Europe.

a.) Why are eggs refrigerated in the U.S. but on grocery shelves at room temperature in many European markets?

b.) Eggs are a major part of the breakfast meal for many nations around the world.

c.) Chicken eggs have a natural protective layer that is often washed off in the United States.

d.) It's all about salmonella when it comes to storing chicken eggs. Eggs are a major part of the breakfast meal for many nations around the world.

56. Choose the topic sentence that effectively introduces a paragraph urging drivers not to use cell phones while driving.

a.) Banning the use of cell phones while driving will make everyone on the road safer.

b.) There are many causes of auto accidents, including inexperienced drivers, driving while distracted, and dangerous road conditions.

c.) According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2011, 17% of all accidents in which someone was injured involved the driver using a cell phone.

d.) Turning off a cell phone while behind the wheel is an effective way to avoid distracted driving.

4 — Writing an Effective TEE Paragraph

Identify effective supporting sentences in a TEE paragraph.

57. Debbie is writing a TEE paragraph about the use of high caffeine energy drinks by teenagers. She begins with a topic sentence:

Highly caffeinated energy drinks are becoming more and more popular with young people.

Which of the following would be the most effective supporting sentence?

a.) In a recent survey, 2 out of 5 students reported that they regularly consume between one and three energy drinks per day.

b.) Coffee shops make it easy for anyone to get a coffee on the go at any time.

c.) Students have always used a variety of substances to stay awake and alert, so why should we worry about one more?

d.) The use of caffeine during adolescence has unknown effects, but they are probably bad.

58. Christie is writing a TEE paragraph for her essay about the Mayan civilization in Mexico. She begins with a topic sentence:

A four-sided pyramid in Chichen Itza is believed to be built upon an underwater cavern beneath the earth’s surface.

Which of the following would be the most effective supporting sentence?

a.) The pyramid has 91 steps on each side, which along with final the step to the top, equals 365, the number of days in a year.

b.) The Maya interpreted the world as having three basic layers: the heavens, the earth, and the underworld.

c.) A study of bones of ancient human sacrifices at the site reveal that most of the victims were children between the ages of 3 and 11.

d.) These water-filled sinkholes are called “cenotes” and were a key part of Mayan spirituality.

59. Peter is writing a TEE paragraph about elephant poaching in Indonesia. He begins with a topic sentence:

To stop elephant poaching, officials are beginning to work undercover to capture suspected poachers.

Which of the following would be the most effective supporting sentence?

a.) Government veterinarians travel to remote regions of the country to perform autopsies on elephants found dead.

b.) The loss of habitat drives many elephants to forage in large palm oil plantations.

c.) Conservation officers often pose as potential buyers to arrest those in illegal possession of elephant tusks.

d.) Farmers sometimes poison elephants that become a nuisance by eating their crops.

5 — Transitions

Identify the appropriate transitional word or phrase when connecting ideas in a sentence.

60. We wore ourselves out dancing all afternoon at the outdoor concert; _________, we were not too exhausted to go out dancing at the club that night as well.

Choose the transitional word or phrase that best fills in the blank in the sentence.

a.) in fact

b.) for example

c.) however

d.) consequently

61. While most species of penguins are thriving, some of them are endangered, _________ the African penguin and the Galápagos penguin.

Choose the transitional word or phrase that best fills in the blank in the sentence.

a.)

furthermore

b.)

thus

c.)

therefore

d.)

in particular

62. My mother loved the Japanese botanical gardens; _________, we visited frequently.

Choose the transitional word or phrase that best fills in the blank in the sentence.

a.) as a result

b.) in addition

c.) in particular

d.) however

6 — Writing Effective Narrative and Descriptive Paragraphs

Identify the elements of effective narrative and descriptive writing.

63. Which of the following is a characteristic of an effective narrative?

a.) Effective narratives use details to drive the plot forward.

b.) Effective narratives stand alone without incorporating other modes of writing.

c.) Effective narratives avoid a linear sequence of events.

d.) Effective narratives attempt to persuade the reader to take some sort of action.

64. Which of the following is a characteristic of an effective narrative?

a.) Effective narratives have a clear focus and purpose.

b.) Effective narratives convince the reader of the writer's point of view.

c.) Effective narratives incorporate substantial research on the topic.

d.) Effective narratives avoid fictional events and focus on factual stories.

65. Which of the following is a characteristic of an effective narrative?

a.)

Effective narratives favor dialogue over context.

b.)

Effective narratives avoid using elements of descriptive writing.

c.)

Effective narratives are always fictional.

d.)

Effective narratives follow a logical sequence of events.

Narrative Writing

1 — Introduction to Narrative

Recognize the components of narrative writing.

66. A narrative is a(n) __________ and can be either fictional or personal.

a.) argument

b.) story

c.) opinion

d.) reflection

67. The sequence of events in a narrative is called the narrative __________.

a.)

climax

b.)

exposition

c.)

arc

d.)

mode

68. All of the following describe a purpose of narrative writing except __________.

a.) debating an issue the writer has experience with

b.) recording an important lesson the writer has learned

c.) sharing a writer's insight into her life experiences

d.) revealing a writer's personal memories

69. Read the excerpt from Mark Twain's autobiography. "Tell me! What is the special peculiarity of smoked herrings?" It seemed a strange question at such a hallowed time as this. And so inconsequential, too. I was a little shocked. And yet I was aware of a stir of some kind away back in the deeps of my memory somewhere. It set me to musing--thinking--searching. Smoked herrings. Smoked herrings. The peculiarity of smo.... I glanced up. Her face was grave, but there was a dim and shadowy twinkle in her eye which--All of a sudden I knew! and far away down in the hoary past I heard a remembered voice murmur, 'Dey eats 'em guts and all!'" "At--last! I've found one of you, anyway! Who was the other girl?" But she drew the line there. She wouldn't tell me. Select the narrative technique that Twain uses in this excerpt.

a.) multiple plot lines

b.) character development

c.) explanation

d.) dialogue

70. Read the excerpt below. Sam sat motionless in his room, half-heartedly scrolling through his Facebook page, as he did most afternoons. Suddenly he heard the front door open. It's too early for Dad to get home, he thought.

"Dad, is that you?" he called out.

There was no response, but he could hear the heavy thud of footsteps making their way toward his room. He knew that something was very wrong. Sam froze, his heart racing in his chest, his mind frantically trying to figure out his next move. Select the narrative technique the writer uses in this excerpt.

a.) dialogue

b.) pacing

c.) reflection

d.) characterization

71. Read the excerpt from Mark Twain's autobiography. "That was a rickety screen, with many holes in it, but as I did not know there were girls behind it, I was not disturbed by that detail. If I had known, I could not have undressed in the flood of cruel moonlight that was pouring in at the curtainless windows; I should have died of shame. Untroubled by apprehensions, I stripped to the skin and began my practice. I was full of ambition; I was determined to make a hit; I was burning to establish a reputation as a bear and get further engagements; so I threw myself into my work with an abandon that promised great things." Select the narrative technique that Twain uses in this excerpt.

a.) description

b.) analysis

c.) reflection

d.) dialogue

3 — Dialogue

Differentiate between dialogue that is punctuated correctly and dialogue that is not.

72. Select the option that correctly punctuates the dialogue.

a.) This email is going to need to work some magic "Charlotte whispered to herself."

b.) "This email is going to need to work some magic," Charlotte whispered to herself.

c.) "This email is going to need to work some magic", Charlotte whispered to herself.

d.) "This email is going to need to work some magic" Charlotte whispered to hers

72. Select the option that correctly punctuates the dialogue.

a.) “We’ll see if the email reminder does the trick she muttered.”

b.) “We’ll see if the email reminder does the trick,” she muttered.

c.) "We’ll see if the email reminder does the trick" she muttered.

d.) “We’ll see if the email reminder does the trick.” She muttered.

73. Select the option that correctly punctuates the dialogue.

a.) "Let's hope everyone takes a hint from this email" Charlotte said under her breath.

b.) "Let's hope everyone takes a hint from this email," Charlotte said under her breath.

c.) "Let's hope everyone takes a hint from this email." Charlotte said under her breath.

d.) "Let's hope everyone takes a hint from this email", Charlotte said under her breath.

4 — Elements of Narrative

Recognize the elements of a narrative.

74. Which point of view is generally utilized when writing a personal narrative?

a.) an objective point of view

b.) a third-person point of view

c.) an unknown narrator’s point of view

d.) a first-person point of view

75. Choose the true statement about details in a narrative.

a.) A writer should include only those details that are relevant to the story.

b.) A writer should include all the details she can remember, whether or not they are relevant to the story.

c.) A writer should include details that may be irrelevant but are personally meaningful.

d.) A writer should include shocking details that will make the story more interesting for the reader.

76. In narrative writing, what is the writer's voice?

a.) the writer's personal writing style

b.) the writer's tone

c.) the writer's language choices

d.) the writer's expertise on the topic

5 — Narrative Language

Identify the elements of narrative language used in written work.

77. Select the element of narrative language demonstrated in the following sentence.

The sky blazed red and orange as the day ended. Nostalgia bubbled up inside of me as I watched the anchored ships bobbing gently in the harbor.

a.) an objective tone

b.) figurative language

c.) concrete details

d.) formal style

78. Metaphors and similes are elements of narrative language. Select the sentence that contains a simile.

a.) The snowflakes falling from the dark sky glitter in the moon's glow.

b.) I had been tossed about in the air like a wooden puppet.

c.) My heart is an orchid, bursting with life and great promise.

d.) The apple trees are an ocean of bloom rising from the flat prairie.

79. Concrete and sensory details are elements of narrative language. Choose the sentence that most clearly "shows" the reader the scene the writer is describing.

a.) Growing up, I spent a lot of time with my dad in the barn, watching him work on tractors that seemed to break down constantly.

b.) Growing up, I spent my summers with my dad in the old barn, watching him work on the three John Deer tractors that he and his brother used on the family farm.

c.) Growing up, I spent time with my dad in the barn, watching him work on the unruly herd of tractors that he and his brother tended for the family farm.

d.) Growing up, I spent long, sweaty hours with my dad in the sun-bleached wood barn, watching him work on hulking tractors that reeked of scorched oil.

6 — Writing Effective Narratives

Identify and define the elements of an effective narrative essay.

80. Louis is writing a personal narrative. His introductory paragraphs should do all of the following except __________.

a.) provide context for the story

b.) pull the reader into the story

c.) set the scene for the reader

d.) explain the plot of the story

81. Mandy is writing a personal narrative. In order to write an effective narrative, she must consider all of the following except __________.

a.) setting a vivid scene to draw the reader in

b.) including a believable cast of characters

c.) establishing a distinct point of view

d.) developing a complex plot line

82. Saul is writing a personal narrative and wants to utilize narrative language, so he will include concrete, sensory details and __________.

a.) high-level vocabulary

b.) figurative language

c.) a third-person point of view

d.) multiple plot lines

7 — Model Narratives

Identify the narrative elements, language, and techniques used in sample narratives.

83. Which of the following narrative elements is most prominently included this passage from Zitkala-Sa's "American Indian Stories"? As I glanced at the long chain of tables, I caught the eyes of a paleface woman upon me. Immediately I dropped my eyes, wondering why I was so keenly watched by the strange woman. The man ceased his mutterings, and then a third bell was tapped. Everyone picked up his knife and fork and began eating. I began crying instead, for by this time I was afraid to venture anything more.

a.)