Intermediate Composition Exam Units One and Two

Matching definitions of the writing process

1) Which part of the writing process involves brainstorming? a. Pre-writing b. Drafting c. Revising d. Publishing A is the correct answer 2) What links each main body paragraph to the next one? a.Transitions b. Ideas c. Essay Structure d. Thesis A is the correct answer 3) The projecting sentence appears in which paragraph? a.Introduction b. Body c. Conclusion C is the correct answer 4) What is the first sentence in the introduction? a.Thesis statement b. Attention getter c. Preview d. Clincher sentence B is the correct answer 5) Which is not an example of formal writing? a.Term paper b. In-class essay c. A personal journal d. A resume C is the correct answer More Questions…

TF-- Using a graphic organizer is a pre-writing strategy TF-- You should really worry about spelling and grammar in the drafting phase TF-- Publishing involves sharing your writing with others TF-- The sentence in a paragraph that tells the main idea is the supporting sentence TF-- Your thesis statement should in include two main points TF– Each body paragraph in your essay should explain one of your main points TF-- Your conclusion should restate your thesis TF– You should always have at least two peer-editors Choose your answer. When you are sure of your answer, click the spacebar!

matching definitions from the 6+1 traits (look on September 8 th on calendar and wikispaces)

6+1 traits definitions: Ideas- The heart of the message Organization- The internal structure of a piece of writing, the pattern of ideas Word Choice- The use of rich, colorful, precise language Sentence Fluency- Focuses on the rhythm and flow of the language, the sound of word patterns, and the way in which the writing plays to the ear Voice- The heart and soul of the message, the writers personality coming out in the words Conventions- Mechanical correctness of a piece Presentation- Focuses on the form and layout of the text and its readability (including MLA format)

Subject-verb agreement (Exercise: hotpotatoes/sva03.htm And September 10 th on edline calendar- 2 exercises)

Four poems- four different emotions. Read each poem and figure out the Essence (emotions chosen by Mrs. Schimmeck will be provided) Section that will be on the exam:

Passive or Active? (August 28 th on Calendar) Examples: The ball was kicked by the boy [Passive] The boy kicked the ball [Active] More Examples…

1) The soup was stirred by the chef. Passive 2) The food in the oven is burning. Passive 3) The dog jumped into the pond. Active 4) The hamster was fed. Passive 5) The girl skipped on the sidewalk. Active 6) The dog is barking. Passive 7) The boy ran to his classroom. Active 8) The boy and girl watched the T.V. Active

Pronoun and antecedent- Chose the best pronoun for antecedent (chompchomp antecedent (chompchomp.com and August 13 th on Edlinecalendar)

Change the underlined word. 1) Both of my sisters believe that Mom and Dad love our brother Fred more than her. a.She b.them c.they The answer is B- them 2) The nursing program at the college can boast that their student often have a 100 percent pass rate on the state boards. a.Their b.her c.its The answer is C- its 3) At the neighborhood grocery store, all the cashiers, shoppers, and managers held his or her breath as a circus ringmaster led a baby elephant down the snack isle to buy peanuts. a.Their b.they’re c.its The answer is A- Their 4) Each of the NFL players will tell you about a game when they played despite a pulled muscle, injured knee, or cracked rib. a.Its b.Their c.He The answer is C- He More Questions…

Change the underlined word. 5) After complaining about aching backs, the class enjoyed their day of respite from old Mr. Matthews and his nonstop lecturing. a.They’re b.Its c.There The correct answer is B- Its 6) Not only the customers but also the cashier ran for the door when they saw the giant green Martian walk into the diner. a.It b.They c.He or She The correct answer is C- He or She 7) Neither the raw oysters nor the crispy fried squid tentacles appeal to Christine, who would never consider letting it touch her lips. a. them b. Its c. Food The correct answer is A- them 8) If the students want to do well on their pronoun agreement quiz, he or she should have faithfully studied all of the rules governing agreement. a. it b. they c. He The correct answer is B- they

Formal or Informal writing- Will see examples (August 13 th on calendar)

Formal or Informal? After you are sure of your answer, press the space bar. Diary Entry- Informal Text Message- Informal Job resume- Formal Five Paragraph Essay- Formal Letter to a friend- Informal

Match each term to the correct part of an essay (may be used more than once). a. Introduction b. Body c. Conclusion _____ 1) Topic Sentence _____ 2) Supporting Sentences _____ 3) Thesis _____ 4) Attention Getter _____ 5) Transition Sentences _____ 6)Preview/introduction of topic _____ 7)Restated Thesis _____ 8) Summarizing Important Facts

Introduction First Topic Second Topic Third Topic Conclusion