GED Exam Prep: Writing

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Writing is a means of expressing thought, intellect and musings. It is the supreme evidence for historical accuracy, integrity and transparency. Writing affords readers the luxury of information put in print for future references. Interestingly, effective writing is governed by laws and correct practices. Do you know the rudiments of writing? Get tested.

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1.

Which of these is less important in writing?
- A.
  
  Grammar
- B.
  
  Speech
- C.
  
  Semantics
- D.
  
  Vocabulary
Correct Answer
B. Speech

Explanation
Speech is less important in writing because writing and speech are two different forms of communication. Writing allows for more time to plan, revise, and edit, whereas speech is spontaneous and immediate. In writing, grammar, semantics, and vocabulary play crucial roles in conveying the intended message effectively. Grammar ensures clarity and coherence, semantics determines the meaning of words and sentences, and vocabulary provides the necessary words to express ideas. While speech can enhance writing skills, it is not as essential as these other elements in the writing process.

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2.

Which of these is not a motivation for writing?
- A.
  
  Publication
- B.
  
  Diary
- C.
  
  Newsfeed
- D.
  
  Correspondence
Correct Answer
C. Newsfeed

Explanation
The motivation for writing can vary from person to person, but generally, people write for different purposes such as publication, diary keeping, and correspondence. Publication refers to writing with the intention of sharing one's work with a wider audience, while diary writing is more personal and serves as a means of self-expression or recording personal experiences. Correspondence involves writing letters or emails to communicate with others. However, a newsfeed is not typically considered a motivation for writing. A newsfeed is a platform for consuming news and updates, rather than a motivation for writing itself.

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3.

Where was writing first attempted?
- A.
  
  Egypt
- B.
  
  Greece
- C.
  
  Rome
- D.
  
  Mesopotamia
Correct Answer
A. Egypt

Explanation
Writing was first attempted in Egypt. The ancient Egyptians were one of the earliest civilizations to develop a writing system called hieroglyphics around 3200 BCE. Hieroglyphics consisted of pictorial symbols that represented objects, sounds, and ideas. This system of writing was primarily used for religious and monumental purposes, such as inscriptions on tombs and temples. The invention of writing in Egypt revolutionized communication and allowed for the recording and preservation of important information and historical events.

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4.

How many are the methods of inscription?
- A.
  
  Three methods
- B.
  
  Four methods
- C.
  
  Two methods
- D.
  
  Five methods
Correct Answer
D. Five methods

Explanation
There are five methods of inscription.

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5.

Which of these is a written character that represents a word?
- A.
  
  Morpheme
- B.
  
  Syllable
- C.
  
  Radical
- D.
  
  Logogram
Correct Answer
D. Logogram

Explanation
A logogram is a written character that represents a word. This means that when a logogram is written, it directly represents a specific word or concept, rather than representing a sound or syllable. Logograms are commonly used in writing systems such as Chinese characters and Egyptian hieroglyphs, where each character represents a whole word or idea. In contrast, morphemes, syllables, and radicals are all linguistic units that are used to analyze and describe the structure of words, but they do not directly represent words themselves.

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6.

What is the syllabary representing a consonant followed by a vowel called?
- A.
  
  Script
- B.
  
  Character
- C.
  
  Syllable
- D.
  
  Glyph
Correct Answer
D. GlypH

Explanation
A syllabary is a writing system where each character represents a syllable, typically consisting of a consonant followed by a vowel. In this question, the term "syllabary representing a consonant followed by a vowel" refers to the characters used in such a writing system. The term "glyph" is commonly used to refer to a specific character or symbol in a writing system, making it the correct answer.

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7.

Which of these languages does not use the Linear B script?
- A.
  
  Latin
- B.
  
  Ndjuka
- C.
  
  Cherokee
- D.
  
  Mycenaean Greek
Correct Answer
A. Latin

Explanation
Latin does not use the Linear B script. Linear B script was used for writing Mycenaean Greek, an ancient Greek dialect. Ndjuka is a creole language spoken in Suriname and uses the Latin script. Cherokee, an indigenous language of the Americas, has its own unique syllabary script. Therefore, the correct answer is Latin.

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8.

Which of these is odd as pertaining to historical writing tools?
- A.
  
  Stone tablet
- B.
  
  Papyrus
- C.
  
  Wax tablets
- D.
  
  Stylus
Correct Answer
D. Stylus

Explanation
The stylus is the odd one out as it is not a writing tool, but rather a tool used to write or draw on other writing surfaces such as stone tablets, papyrus, or wax tablets. Stone tablets, papyrus, and wax tablets are all historical writing tools used in different civilizations and time periods.

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9.

Where was the Jiahu symbols used?
- A.
  
  Korea
- B.
  
  Singapore
- C.
  
  Japan
- D.
  
  China
Correct Answer
D. China

Explanation
The Jiahu symbols were used in China.

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10.

Where is the Dispilio tablet preferred?
- A.
  
  Korea
- B.
  
  Egypt
- C.
  
  Greece
- D.
  
  China
Correct Answer
C. Greece

Explanation
The Dispilio tablet is preferred in Greece.

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