Writing & Composition Flashcards
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Which sentence uses a comma correctly to join two independent clauses?
Answer: I studied hard, and I passed the test.
A comma plus a coordinating conjunction ('and') correctly joins two independent clauses.
What does a thesis statement primarily do in an essay?
Answer: State the main argument or position
A thesis statement presents the essay's central argument or position.
Which is the most concise version of: 'Due to the fact that it rained, we stayed inside'?
Answer: Because it rained, we stayed inside.
'Because' replaces the wordy phrase 'due to the fact that' concisely.
In academic writing, which voice is generally preferred for stating your own argument clearly?
Answer: Active voice
Active voice usually makes arguments clearer and more direct.
Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?
Answer: She loves writing; she also enjoys reading.
A semicolon joins two related independent clauses without a conjunction.
What is the purpose of a concluding paragraph in a TOEFL essay?
Answer: Restate the thesis and summarize main points
A conclusion restates the thesis and summarizes the essay's key points.
Which of these is a complete sentence?
Answer: The student finished the essay.
'The student finished the essay' has a subject and a complete verb.