Cern - Language Arts Midterm Evaluation II
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A Basic Assessment of Your Language Arts Knowledge
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The Five Paragraph Essay is only useful when writing short and unimportant papers.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because the Five Paragraph Essay can be useful for any type of writing, not just short and unimportant papers. This essay structure provides a clear and organized framework for presenting ideas and arguments, making it effective for academic essays, persuasive writing, and even longer pieces of writing. It helps writers to introduce their topic, provide supporting evidence, and conclude their thoughts in a concise and coherent manner. Therefore, the Five Paragraph Essay can be a valuable tool for writers regardless of the length or importance of their papers.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In the The Five Paragraph Essay, the thesis statement should be included in the last paragraph.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
In the Five Paragraph Essay, the thesis statement should not be included in the last paragraph. The thesis statement is typically included in the introduction paragraph of the essay. It serves as a concise summary of the main point or argument of the essay, and it helps to guide the reader throughout the essay. Including the thesis statement in the last paragraph would not provide a clear and effective introduction to the essay. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The thee main points of the The Five Paragraph Essay should be introduced in the first paragraph.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the correct answer, which is True, is that the five paragraph essay structure typically includes an introduction paragraph where the three main points or arguments of the essay are introduced. This allows the reader to have a clear understanding of what will be discussed in the essay and provides a roadmap for the rest of the essay. By introducing the main points in the first paragraph, the essay becomes more organized and easier to follow for the reader.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The Introductory paragraph should grab the reader's attention, introduce the three main points and include the thesis statement.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given correct answer is "True". This means that the statement or question being asked is true or correct. However, without the context of the actual statement or question, it is difficult to provide a specific explanation for why the answer is true. It is important to provide more information or context in order to fully understand and explain the reasoning behind the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The third main point of the The Five Paragraph Essay should be introduced in the last paragraph.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The third main point of the Five Paragraph Essay should not be introduced in the last paragraph. In fact, the third main point should be introduced in the second body paragraph, following the introduction and the first main point. The last paragraph is typically reserved for the conclusion, where the writer summarizes the main points and provides a final thought or statement. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which is not included in the CERN class writing specs.
- A.
No commas
- B.
No contractions
- C.
No quotations
- D.
No interjections
Correct Answer
B. No contractionsExplanation
The CERN class writing specs include guidelines for using no commas, no quotations, and no interjections. However, it does not include any specific instructions regarding the use of contractions. Therefore, the correct answer is "No contractions."Rate this question:
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- 7.
Fancy fonts such as the one below are allowed in the CERN class writing specs.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Fancy fonts such as the one below are not allowed in the CERN class writing specs.Rate this question:
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- 8.
According to CERN class writing specs, which letter represents an error in the following sentence? (A) Kia ran to (B) the store only to find that it (C) wasn't open on Sunday.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
There is no error in the sentence.
Correct Answer
C. CExplanation
The letter C represents an error in the sentence. The correct word should be "wasn't" instead of "wasn't".Rate this question:
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- 9.
According to CERN class writing specs, which letter represents an error in the following sentence? Jose (A) wanted to join the U.S. Army but failed to understand that (B) you must first (C) graduate high school before entering the military.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
There is no error in the sentence.
Correct Answer
B. BExplanation
The error in the sentence is in option B. The correct sentence should be "Jose wanted to join the U.S. Army but failed to understand that you must first graduate from high school before entering the military." The word "from" is missing in the original sentence, which makes it grammatically incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 10.
According to CERN class writing specs, which letter represents an error in the following sentence? (A) I feel that the best way to prevent crime is to adopt (B) more severe penalties for fist time (C) offenders.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
There is no error in the sentence.
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
The error in the sentence is in option A. The word "adopt" should be replaced with "implement" to maintain consistency with the word "prevent" used in the sentence. "Adopt" implies taking on something new, while "implement" implies putting something into action.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What is the error in the following sentence? The teacher (A) seen the students cheat on the test (B) even though her back (C) seemed to be turned to them.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
There is no error in the sentence.
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
The error in the sentence is in part A. The correct form should be "saw" instead of "seen".Rate this question:
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- 12.
What is the error in the following sentence? Each rat, mouse and roach, that (A) invades the vacant townhome, (B) run for refuge each time the exterminators (C) come.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
There is no error in the sentence.
Correct Answer
B. BExplanation
The error in the sentence is in part B. The subject "each rat, mouse and roach" is followed by the verb "run" instead of "runs". The subject is singular, so the verb should be in the singular form.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What is the error in the following sentence? The doctors and their lawyer (A) plan to (B) appeal the (C) court's malpractice ruling .
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
There is no error in the sentence.
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
The error in the sentence is in part A. The correct form should be "The doctors and their lawyers" instead of "The doctors and their lawyer" because there are multiple doctors and they each have their own lawyer.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What is the error in the following sentence? The leader of the band, the road crew, and the managers (A) can all (B) receive allot of money for (C) each concert tour.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
There is no error in the sentence.
Correct Answer
D. There is no error in the sentence.Explanation
The given sentence does not contain any errors.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What is the comparative form of the word good?
- A.
Gooder
- B.
More good
- C.
Better
- D.
Goodest
Correct Answer
C. BetterExplanation
The comparative form of the word "good" is "better". This is because when comparing two things, "better" is used to indicate that one thing is superior or of higher quality than the other. "Gooder" is not a correct comparative form, "more good" is not the commonly used form, and "goodest" is the superlative form, not the comparative form.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which is correct? A. Between Joy and Wanda, Joy is the smartest. B. Between Joy and Wanda, Joy is smart. C. Between Joy and Wanda, Joy is more smart. D. Between Joy and Wanda, Joy is smarter.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
D. DExplanation
The correct answer is D because it correctly compares the intelligence of Joy and Wanda by stating that Joy is smarter. The use of the comparative form "smarter" indicates that Joy has a higher level of intelligence compared to Wanda.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which is correct? A. Of all the singers, the oldest one was the best. B. Of all the singers, the oldest one was better. C. Of all the singers, the oldest one was the most good. D. Of all the singers, the oldest one was the goodest.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
Option A is correct because it uses the superlative form "the oldest" to compare the singers and states that the oldest singer was the best. Option B is incorrect because it uses the comparative form "better" instead of the superlative form. Option C is incorrect because it uses the incorrect form "most good" instead of the superlative form. Option D is incorrect because it uses the non-standard and incorrect form "goodest" instead of the superlative form.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Which is correct? A. Joan was more beautiful than all the other beauty pageant contestants. ​B. Joan was the most beautiful of all other beauty pageant contestants. C. Joan was beautifuler than all the other beauty pageant contestants. D. Joan was the beautifulest of all the other beauty pageant contestants.
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A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
B. B -
- 19.
The prefix anti, as in aintiwar means....
- A.
After
- B.
Against
- C.
In front of
- D.
Above
Correct Answer
B. AgainstExplanation
The prefix "anti-" is commonly used to indicate opposition or resistance to something. In the word "antiwar," the prefix "anti-" suggests being against war or opposing war. Therefore, the correct answer is "against."Rate this question:
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- 20.
The prefix bi, as in bicycle, means...
- A.
Through
- B.
After
- C.
Two
- D.
Above
Correct Answer
C. TwoExplanation
The prefix "bi-" means "two." This can be seen in words like bicycle, which has two wheels, or binoculars, which have two lenses. The prefix "bi-" is used to indicate the presence of two elements or parts in a particular object or concept.Rate this question:
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- 21.
The prefix sub, as in subordinate, means...
- A.
Under
- B.
Over
- C.
After
- D.
Before
Correct Answer
A. UnderExplanation
The prefix "sub-" means "under". In the word "subordinate", the prefix "sub-" indicates that someone or something is under or below another person or thing in terms of rank or importance. Therefore, the correct answer is "under".Rate this question:
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- 22.
The prefix pre, as in preconceive, means...
- A.
Under
- B.
Over
- C.
After
- D.
Before
Correct Answer
D. BeforeExplanation
The prefix "pre-" is derived from the Latin word "prae" which means "before". Therefore, when added to a word, such as "conceive", it indicates that the action or concept is occurring or being done before something else. In the case of "preconceive", it means to form an opinion or idea before having all the necessary information or evidence.Rate this question:
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- 23.
The suffix ology, as in theology, means...
- A.
The history of
- B.
The study of
- C.
The meaning of
- D.
The cause of
Correct Answer
B. The study ofExplanation
The suffix "ology" is commonly used to denote the study of a particular subject or field. In this case, the word "theology" refers to the study of religion and religious beliefs. Therefore, the correct answer is "the study of."Rate this question:
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- 24.
Which suffix, meaning like, usually comes at the end of an adverb.
- A.
Ing
- B.
Ious
- C.
Ous
- D.
Ly
Correct Answer
D. LyExplanation
The suffix "ly" usually comes at the end of an adverb. Adverbs are words that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, and they often describe how an action is done. Adding "ly" to an adjective can turn it into an adverb, indicating the manner in which something is done. For example, the adjective "quick" becomes the adverb "quickly." Therefore, "ly" is the correct suffix that typically comes at the end of an adverb.Rate this question:
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- 25.
A word ending with the suffix ous or ious, such as precious, is usually which part of speech?
- A.
Noun
- B.
Verb
- C.
Adjective
- D.
Adverb
Correct Answer
C. AdjectiveExplanation
Words ending with the suffix "ous" or "ious" typically function as adjectives. Adjectives describe or modify nouns, providing more information about their qualities or characteristics. In the given example, "precious" is an adjective because it describes the noun it is modifying, indicating that something is valuable or cherished.Rate this question:
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