Question 1

A restatement of a passage using different words is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) brainstorming. 
B) freewriting. 
C) concluding. 
D) paraphrasing. 
A) brainstorming. 
B) freewriting. 
C) concluding. 
D) paraphrasing. D

Question 2

The ABBCC structure stands for what five parts of a typical research paper?

Accepted Answer

A) argument, beginning, body, conclusion, comment 
B) argument, background, body, counterarguments, conclusion 
C) argument, beginning, body, conclusion, counterarguments 
D) argument, body, background, conclusion, counterconclusion 
A) argument, beginning, body, conclusion, comment 
B) argument, background, body, counterarguments, conclusion 
C) argument, beginning, body, conclusion, counterarguments 
D) argument, body, background, conclusion, counterconclusion B

Question 3

You have to make an oral presentation in front of your class based on a topic you have researched over the course of the semester. How well you do will significantly affect your grade. Briefly describe how you would prepare for this event, and what strategies you would use to present your material successfully.

Accepted Answer

Answers will range broadly and could reference the P.O.W.E.R. model. Specific instances could include grabbing the audience's attention, providing oral transition points, using notes effectively (writing down key points, not the full text of the speech), using visual aids, rehearsing, and combating nervousness.

Question 4

Unprepared presentations that require speaking on a moment's notice are referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) speaking engagements. 
B) point of views. 
C) impromptu talks. 
D) brainstorming sessions. 
A) speaking engagements. 
B) point of views. 
C) impromptu talks. 
D) brainstorming sessions.

Question 5

A technique for generating ideas by saying out loud as many ideas as can be thought of in a specific period of time is known as

Accepted Answer

A) freewriting. 
B) brainstorming. 
C) summarizing. 
D) concluding. 
A) freewriting. 
B) brainstorming. 
C) summarizing. 
D) concluding.

Question 6

It can be helpful to divide the work of writing a paper into the following two stages:

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A) writing an outline and writing the final draft. 
B) freewriting and writing the paper. 
C) writing the first draft and revising your draft. 
D) writing the final draft and writing the bibliography. 
A) writing an outline and writing the final draft. 
B) freewriting and writing the paper. 
C) writing the first draft and revising your draft. 
D) writing the final draft and writing the bibliography.

Question 7

The body of a paper is the

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A) summary of the paper and its arguments. 
B) bulk of the paper that provides the evidence. 
C) main argument of a paper that asserts the author's position on a topic. 
D) context in which to place your paper's arguments. 
A) summary of the paper and its arguments. 
B) bulk of the paper that provides the evidence. 
C) main argument of a paper that asserts the author's position on a topic. 
D) context in which to place your paper's arguments.

Question 8

You should always write your papers in order, especially if you have made an outline.
You should write in whatever order you feel most comfortable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

When writing a paper, what should you not be afraid to use to express your outlook on life and your past writing experiences?

Accepted Answer

A) your reflections 
B) your style 
C) your thoughts 
D) your voice 
A) your reflections 
B) your style 
C) your thoughts 
D) your voice

Question 10

Plagiarism is known as

Accepted Answer

A) reflecting on your work. 
B) summarizing what you read. 
C) communicating on behalf of someone else. 
D) taking credit for someone else's work. 
A) reflecting on your work. 
B) summarizing what you read. 
C) communicating on behalf of someone else. 
D) taking credit for someone else's work.

Question 11

Once you've made an outline, you should avoid making any changes to it.
Outlines are a living document that will most likely need to be revised.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Your instructor has asked you to choose a topic that interests you and write a six-page essay on it using the format of your choice. How would you prepare to do this? List what factors would be important to consider.

Accepted Answer

Responses could include decidi

Question 13

The only reason to cite a source is to give proper credit to the original source.
While you must cite a source in order to give credit where it is due, citing also informs your readers about where they can go to follow up for more information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

After writing the first draft of a psychology paper and letting it sit on your desk for a couple of days, you are ready to revise it. Briefly outline the steps the text suggests you follow to do this well.

Accepted Answer

Read the draft out loud, ask broad quest

Question 15

An impromptu talk is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) an unplanned brainstorming session. 
B) an unprepared presentation requested at a moment's notice. 
C) a fast-paced freewriting session. 
D) the counterargument in your paper. 
A) an unplanned brainstorming session. 
B) an unprepared presentation requested at a moment's notice. 
C) a fast-paced freewriting session. 
D) the counterargument in your paper.

Question 16

What is the main argument of a paper and asserts the author's position on a topic?

Accepted Answer

A) conclusion 
B) theme 
C) thesis 
D) topic 
A) conclusion 
B) theme 
C) thesis 
D) topic

Question 17

The conclusion of a paper is the

Accepted Answer

A) summary of the paper and its arguments. 
B) bulk of the paper that provides the evidence. 
C) main argument of a paper that asserts the author's position on a topic. 
D) context in which to place your paper's arguments. 
A) summary of the paper and its arguments. 
B) bulk of the paper that provides the evidence. 
C) main argument of a paper that asserts the author's position on a topic. 
D) context in which to place your paper's arguments.

Question 18

Brainstorming is the oral equivalent of freewriting.
Brainstorming and freewriting share the same goal and method; the only difference is that one technique is oral and the other is written.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What is the key to organizing an extended piece of writing?

Accepted Answer

A) writing an outline 
B) developing a framework 
C) using index cards 
D) designing a structure 
A) writing an outline 
B) developing a framework 
C) using index cards 
D) designing a structure

Question 20

Many students find that choosing a topic to write about is harder than actually writing the paper itself.
Choosing what to write, without any guidance or structure, can be a very daunting task for many students.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A restatement of a passage using different words is referred to as

The ABBCC structure stands for what five parts of a typical research paper?

Unprepared presentations that require speaking on a moment's notice are referred to as

A technique for generating ideas by saying out loud as many ideas as can be thought of in a specific period of time is known as

It can be helpful to divide the work of writing a paper into the following two stages:

The body of a paper is the

You should always write your papers in order, especially if you have made an outline. You should write in whatever order you feel most comfortable.

When writing a paper, what should you not be afraid to use to express your outlook on life and your past writing experiences?

Plagiarism is known as

Once you've made an outline, you should avoid making any changes to it. Outlines are a living document that will most likely need to be revised.

Your instructor has asked you to choose a topic that interests you and write a six-page essay on it using the format of your choice. How would you prepare to do this? List what factors would be important to consider.

The only reason to cite a source is to give proper credit to the original source. While you must cite a source in order to give credit where it is due, citing also informs your readers about where they can go to follow up for more information.

After writing the first draft of a psychology paper and letting it sit on your desk for a couple of days, you are ready to revise it. Briefly outline the steps the text suggests you follow to do this well.

An impromptu talk is referred to as

What is the main argument of a paper and asserts the author's position on a topic?

The conclusion of a paper is the

Brainstorming is the oral equivalent of freewriting. Brainstorming and freewriting share the same goal and method; the only difference is that one technique is oral and the other is written.

What is the key to organizing an extended piece of writing?

Many students find that choosing a topic to write about is harder than actually writing the paper itself. Choosing what to write, without any guidance or structure, can be a very daunting task for many students.

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Exam 7: Writing and Speaking

A restatement of a passage using different words is referred to as

The ABBCC structure stands for what five parts of a typical research paper?

Unprepared presentations that require speaking on a moment's notice are referred to as

A technique for generating ideas by saying out loud as many ideas as can be thought of in a specific period of time is known as

It can be helpful to divide the work of writing a paper into the following two stages:

The body of a paper is the

You should always write your papers in order, especially if you have made an outline. You should write in whatever order you feel most comfortable.

When writing a paper, what should you not be afraid to use to express your outlook on life and your past writing experiences?

Plagiarism is known as

Once you've made an outline, you should avoid making any changes to it. Outlines are a living document that will most likely need to be revised.

Your instructor has asked you to choose a topic that interests you and write a six-page essay on it using the format of your choice. How would you prepare to do this? List what factors would be important to consider.

The only reason to cite a source is to give proper credit to the original source. While you must cite a source in order to give credit where it is due, citing also informs your readers about where they can go to follow up for more information.

After writing the first draft of a psychology paper and letting it sit on your desk for a couple of days, you are ready to revise it. Briefly outline the steps the text suggests you follow to do this well.

An impromptu talk is referred to as

What is the main argument of a paper and asserts the author's position on a topic?

The conclusion of a paper is the

Brainstorming is the oral equivalent of freewriting. Brainstorming and freewriting share the same goal and method; the only difference is that one technique is oral and the other is written.

What is the key to organizing an extended piece of writing?

Many students find that choosing a topic to write about is harder than actually writing the paper itself. Choosing what to write, without any guidance or structure, can be a very daunting task for many students.

Power Learning: Becoming a Successful Student

Making the Most of Your Time

Discovering Your Learning Styles, Self-Concept, and Values

Taking Notes

Taking Tests

Reading and Remembering

Choosing Your Courses and Major

Technology and Information Competency

Making Good Decisions

Diversity and Your Relationships With Others

Money Matters

Stress, Health, and Wellness

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