Question 1

Why does the chapter on grammar discuss and give examples of Jackson Pollock's early and late work?

Accepted Answer

Pages 180-181. The abstract expressionist painter first learned the basics in painting before he experimented and developed abstract paintings. Writers also need to master the basics before moving to greater levels of creativity.

Question 2

In American English, abbreviated words such as Dr., Mrs., and St. require punctuation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Which sentence is an example of faulty parallelism?

Accepted Answer

A)  She likes to sail, swim, and skiing. 
B)  She likes to sail, swim, and ski. 
C)  She enjoys sailing, swimming, and skiing. 
D)  She likes to bike, hike, and sail. 
A)  She likes to sail, swim, and skiing. 
B)  She likes to sail, swim, and ski. 
C)  She enjoys sailing, swimming, and skiing. 
D)  She likes to bike, hike, and sail. A

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a comma splice?

Accepted Answer

A)  I want to master grammar, it will improve my writing. 
B)  I want to master grammar it will improve my writing. 
C)  I want to master grammar; it will improve my writing. 
D)  If I master grammar, I will be able to improve my writing. 
A)  I want to master grammar, it will improve my writing. 
B)  I want to master grammar it will improve my writing. 
C)  I want to master grammar; it will improve my writing. 
D)  If I master grammar, I will be able to improve my writing.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an example of an abstract noun?

Accepted Answer

A)  belief 
B)  freedom 
C)  book 
D)  beauty 
A)  belief 
B)  freedom 
C)  book 
D)  beauty

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of passive voice?

Accepted Answer

A)  I found my homework in my dog's food bowl. 
B)  My dog ate my homework. 
C)  My homework was eaten by my dog. 
D)  My dog enjoys eating my homework. 
A)  I found my homework in my dog's food bowl. 
B)  My dog ate my homework. 
C)  My homework was eaten by my dog. 
D)  My dog enjoys eating my homework.

Question 7

The nine parts of speech include nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, interjections, and articles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a countable adjective?

Accepted Answer

A)  few 
B)  several 
C)  many 
D)  much 
A)  few 
B)  several 
C)  many 
D)  much

Question 9

Names of punctuation marks and standards in American and British English are completely the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Unlike Thai, Japanese, and other Asian and European languages, English does not have status markers in second person.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Concrete nouns describe people, places, animals, or other physical things.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Write a sentence that illustrates organic grammar and another one that follows prescriptive grammar.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Write a sentence that illustrates organic grammar...

Question 13

Writers following British English would use ____ quotation marks for quotations and place commas or periods ___ the quotation mark.

Accepted Answer

A)  double; inside 
B)  single; outside 
C)  double; outside 
D)  single; inside 
A)  double; inside 
B)  single; outside 
C)  double; outside 
D)  single; inside

Question 14

Organic grammar follows the grammatical rules we learn in school.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Stylebook usage varies in how to write composition titles of books, plays, movies, and other creative works.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Any, enough, no and some are examples of countable adjectives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is a run-on sentence?

Accepted Answer

A)  My internship supervisor is talented. I've learned new skills from her. 
B)  I've learned new skills from my talented internship supervisor. 
C)  My internship supervisor is talented; I've learned new skills from her. 
D)  My internship supervisor is talented I've learned new skills from her. 
A)  My internship supervisor is talented. I've learned new skills from her. 
B)  I've learned new skills from my talented internship supervisor. 
C)  My internship supervisor is talented; I've learned new skills from her. 
D)  My internship supervisor is talented I've learned new skills from her.

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of a misplaced modifier?

Accepted Answer

A)  I really enjoy lobster when I dip it in butter. 
B)  When dipped in butter, I really enjoy the lobster. 
C)  When I dip the bread in olive oil, I really enjoy the flavors. 
D)  The lobster is delicious when dipped in butter. 
A)  I really enjoy lobster when I dip it in butter. 
B)  When dipped in butter, I really enjoy the lobster. 
C)  When I dip the bread in olive oil, I really enjoy the flavors. 
D)  The lobster is delicious when dipped in butter.

Question 19

Public relations writers should frequently use exclamation marks in all types of documents.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Why does the chapter on grammar discuss and give examples of Jackson Pollock's early and late work?

In American English, abbreviated words such as Dr., Mrs., and St. require punctuation.

Which sentence is an example of faulty parallelism?

Which of the following is an example of a comma splice?

Which of the following is NOT an example of an abstract noun?

Which of the following is an example of passive voice?

The nine parts of speech include nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, interjections, and articles.

Which of the following is NOT a countable adjective?

Names of punctuation marks and standards in American and British English are completely the same.

Unlike Thai, Japanese, and other Asian and European languages, English does not have status markers in second person.

Concrete nouns describe people, places, animals, or other physical things.

Write a sentence that illustrates organic grammar and another one that follows prescriptive grammar.

Writers following British English would use __ quotation marks for quotations and place commas or periods _ the quotation mark.

Organic grammar follows the grammatical rules we learn in school.

Stylebook usage varies in how to write composition titles of books, plays, movies, and other creative works.

Any, enough, no and some are examples of countable adjectives.

Which of the following is a run-on sentence?

Which of the following is an example of a misplaced modifier?

Public relations writers should frequently use exclamation marks in all types of documents.

Exploring the Evolution of English As Globish

Understanding Global Perspectives in Public Relations

Changing Global Media Landscape and Ethical and Legal Issues

Appreciating Cultural Similarities and Accepting Differences

Decoding Nonverbal Communication and Imagery Worldwide

Mastering the Fine Art of Storytelling in International Public Relations

Applying Consistency of Style

Sharpening Editing Skills for Global Audiences

Crafting Global News Releases for Mainstream and Social Media

Composing Global Media Kits and Online Newsrooms

Using Other Media Relations Techniques for Local or Global Campaigns

Writing for the Internet and Social Media Worldwide

Shaping Speeches and Scripts

Controlling Content With Brand Journalism and Corporate-Produced Materials

Creating and Presenting Public Relations Plans for Local or Global Markets

Preparing Global Business Correspondence and Internal Reports

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Exam 8: Acing Grammar and Punctuation

Why does the chapter on grammar discuss and give examples of Jackson Pollock's early and late work?

In American English, abbreviated words such as Dr., Mrs., and St. require punctuation.

Which sentence is an example of faulty parallelism?

Which of the following is an example of a comma splice?

Which of the following is NOT an example of an abstract noun?

Which of the following is an example of passive voice?

The nine parts of speech include nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, interjections, and articles.

Which of the following is NOT a countable adjective?

Names of punctuation marks and standards in American and British English are completely the same.

Unlike Thai, Japanese, and other Asian and European languages, English does not have status markers in second person.

Concrete nouns describe people, places, animals, or other physical things.

Write a sentence that illustrates organic grammar and another one that follows prescriptive grammar.

Writers following British English would use ____ quotation marks for quotations and place commas or periods ___ the quotation mark.

Organic grammar follows the grammatical rules we learn in school.

Stylebook usage varies in how to write composition titles of books, plays, movies, and other creative works.

Any, enough, no and some are examples of countable adjectives.

Which of the following is a run-on sentence?

Which of the following is an example of a misplaced modifier?

Public relations writers should frequently use exclamation marks in all types of documents.

Exploring the Evolution of English As Globish

Understanding Global Perspectives in Public Relations

Changing Global Media Landscape and Ethical and Legal Issues

Appreciating Cultural Similarities and Accepting Differences

Decoding Nonverbal Communication and Imagery Worldwide

Mastering the Fine Art of Storytelling in International Public Relations

Applying Consistency of Style

Sharpening Editing Skills for Global Audiences

Crafting Global News Releases for Mainstream and Social Media

Composing Global Media Kits and Online Newsrooms

Using Other Media Relations Techniques for Local or Global Campaigns

Writing for the Internet and Social Media Worldwide

Shaping Speeches and Scripts

Controlling Content With Brand Journalism and Corporate-Produced Materials

Creating and Presenting Public Relations Plans for Local or Global Markets

Preparing Global Business Correspondence and Internal Reports

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Writers following British English would use __ quotation marks for quotations and place commas or periods _ the quotation mark.