English Composition Flashcards
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What does the revision stage of the writing process primarily involve?
Answer: Rethinking the content, structure, and argument of a draft
Revision focuses on the larger elements of writing—content, clarity, organization, and argument—rather than surface-level errors like spelling.
Which of the following is an example of passive voice?
Answer: The essay was submitted by the student.
In passive voice, the subject receives the action; 'The essay was submitted by the student' has the essay (not the student) as the grammatical subject.
What does the PEEL paragraph structure stand for?
Answer: Point, Evidence, Explain, Link
PEEL stands for Point (topic sentence), Evidence (supporting detail), Explain (analysis), and Link (connection to thesis), providing a structured approach to body paragraphs.
What is the difference between denotation and connotation?
Answer: Denotation is the literal dictionary meaning; connotation is the emotional or cultural association
Denotation is a word's literal dictionary definition, while connotation refers to the emotional, cultural, or implied meanings associated with the word.
Which sentence contains a dangling modifier?
Answer: Running to the bus stop, the rain started to fall.
'Running to the bus stop, the rain started to fall' has a dangling modifier because 'running' logically should modify a person, not the rain.
What is the primary purpose of a concluding paragraph in an essay?
Answer: To synthesize the main points and reinforce the essay's argument without simply restating it
A strong conclusion synthesizes the essay's main points and reinforces the central argument, leaving the reader with closure rather than merely repeating what was already said.
What does 'audience awareness' mean in composition?
Answer: Adjusting your tone, vocabulary, and content based on who will read your writing
Audience awareness means tailoring your writing—tone, vocabulary, examples, and detail level—to meet the needs and expectations of your intended readers.