Exploring Writing 2nd Edition by John Langan

Exercise 35

In the following groups, one statement is the general point and the other statements are specific support for the point. Identify each point with a P and each statement of support with an S.
EXAMPLE
S A city bus pass costs less than a tank of gas.
S Brewing coffee at home is cheaper than buying coffee at Starbucks.
S Coupons help reduce the grocery bill.
P There are several ways to cut down on daily expenses.
EXPLANATION: The point-that daily spending can be reduced-is strongly supported by the three specific ways stated.
1. __________ A person with depression might have sleep problems.
__________ A person with depression might withdraw from friends.
__________ Depression can affect a person's life in negative ways.
__________ A person with depression might feel hopeless all the time.
2. __________ Kim takes online classes, which fit into her busy schedule.
__________ Kim is able to juggle the demands of school, family, and work.
__________ Kim taught her kids how to help around the home.
__________ Kim's supervisor gives her a flexible work schedule.
3. __________ There are serious consequences to plagiarism.
__________ A student can fail a class for turning in someone else's work.
__________ Some schools award a grade of FD for academic dishonesty.
__________ Some schools expel students who plagiarize.
4. __________ Artificial sweeteners provide an alternative to refined sugar.
__________ Regular exercise helps regulate a person's blood sugar level.
__________ Blood sugar meters are sold over the counter at pharmacies.
__________ Diabetes can be managed successfully.
5. __________ Keisha was promoted to shift manager at work.
__________ Mel received a two-year scholarship from the Rotary Club.
__________ Keisha and Mel considered themselves fortunate.
__________ Keisha and Mel were able to find an affordable apartment.
6. __________ Never give out personal information over the phone.
__________ Shred all bank and credit card statements.
__________ When using an ATM, remember to take the receipt.
__________ Everyone should take precautions to avoid identity theft.
7. __________ White Castle sells microwavable hamburgers and cheeseburgers.
__________ Hooters sells frozen Buffalo-style chicken strips.
__________ Restaurant chains are selling their products in frozen food sections of supermarkets.
__________ T.G.I. Friday's sells its popular appetizers, such as potato skins and onion rings.
8. __________ People take personal phone calls during meetings.
__________ Workplace etiquette is sorely lacking.
__________ People "borrow" coworkers' supplies without asking first.
__________ People leave their dirty dishes in the workplace kitchen.
9. __________ Ms. Lee is an outstanding teacher.
__________ She always asks if students have questions.
__________ She promptly answers e-mail and phone messages.
__________ She adds humor to her class lectures.
10. __________ I am able to do my homework while on my way to school.
__________ I am able to take a nap between school and work.
__________ I am able to play my GameBoy DS on the way home.
__________ I prefer to use the city's public transportation.
11. __________ The musical group The Who performs all the theme songs for the CSI shows.
__________ The theme song for CSI : Vegas is "Who Are You."
__________ The theme song for CSI: Miami is "Won't Get Fooled Again."
__________ The theme song for CSI : New York is "Baba O'Riley."
12. __________ Mars has a rocky surface.
__________ Mercury has a rocky surface.
__________ Venus has a rocky surface.
__________ In addition to Earth, three planets in our solar system have rocky surfaces.
13. __________ Some courses have a prerequisite grade of C or better.
__________ Some employers look at a student's grade point average (GPA).
__________ Students should understand the importance of grades.
__________ Students who transfer need to meet that school's minimum GPA.
14. __________ He rearranged his work schedule so he could drop off and pick up his daughter from day care.
__________ He takes online classes to reduce his commuting time to and from school.
__________ Kyong Li takes his parenting responsibilities seriously.
__________ He is working toward an associate degree so he can better support his family.
15. __________ College students depend on technology to assist them in their learning.
__________ Professors may make class lectures available as podcasts.
__________ Campus classes may have an online component.
__________ Students often communicate with professors and classmates through e-mail.