Question 1

Application of Skills
Directions: Read the following excerpt from a college textbook and answer the questions that follow.
¹ Because of its ability to deliver information quickly and directly, the Internet offers many benefits for public relations companies. Public relations people, in fact, often are very much involved in creating and modifying Web sites for their clients-creating a public face. News releases, product announcements and company profiles can be made available online, to be captured on demand by the press, stockholders and anyone else who is interested.
²The Internet also brings hazards. Disgruntled customers, pranksters and competitors can create their own sites to immediately challenge and even undermine a client's site. To counter these negative messages, many businesses and organizations hire public relations firms to continuously monitor the Internet and alert their clients when negative information appears so the client can decide the best way to counter the information.
-adapted from Biagi, Media/Impact: An Introduction to Mass Media , pp. 240, 242
Which of the following describes the organizational pattern of the two paragraphs?

A) Listing
B) Persuading
C) Defining
D) Contrasting

Accepted Answer

The two paragraphs contrast the benefits and hazards of the Internet for public relations companies. The first paragraph describes the benefits, while the second paragraph describes the hazards and how to counter them.

Question 2

Reading is a way to make contact with new ideas.

Accepted Answer

Reading exposes us to different perspectives, worldviews, and information that we may not have encountered otherwise. It broadens our knowledge and understanding, and allows us to explore new ideas and concepts.

Question 3

Reading and writing work best when considered as chores to be done quickly.

Accepted Answer

Reading and writing should be done with focus and attention to detail, rather than rushed through as quick chores. Taking one's time and putting effort into understanding the material and expressing oneself effectively is important for success in these areas.

Question 4

&#8203;&#34;Subject&#34; is defined as ______.&#10;A) &#8203;the name of the course requiring the writing assignment.&#10;B) &#8203;the person, idea, event, or object being discussed or described.&#10;C) &#8203;the topic sentence of the paragraph supporting the main idea.&#10;D) &#8203;the primary character in a story.

Accepted Answer

A subject is what the writing is about, the person, idea, event, or object being discussed or described. It is not necessarily a course name, topic sentence, or primary character in a story.

Question 5

&#34;Nutshelling&#34; summarizes the importance of a reading in one sentence.

Accepted Answer

Nutshelling is the process of summarizing the importance of a reading in one sentence.

Question 6

&#8203; You are writing an essay on how to study for final exams. Order these supporting details in a logical pattern.&#10;A)Finish your study session in enough time to get a good night's rest.&#10;B)Organize the books, notes, and study materials you need to review.&#10;C)Take breaks during your study session to avoid becoming fatigued.&#10;D)To begin, find a comfortable and quiet place to study.

Accepted Answer

The correct order is:1. Find a comfortable and quiet place to study.2. Finish your study session in enough time to get a good night's rest.3. Organize the books, notes, and study materials you need to review.4. Take breaks during your study session to avoid becoming fatigued.

Question 7

&#34;Audience&#34; is defined as _____.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;the sphere of influence motivating an author to write about a topic.&#10;B) &#8203;the main idea of the text.&#10;C) &#8203;the intended readership for printed material.&#10;D) &#8203;the people who are specifically mentioned in an article or essay.

Accepted Answer

Audience refers to the intended readership or target group for a piece of written material, such as a book or article. It is important for an author to understand their audience in order to write effectively and tailor their language and content to their readership. Options A, B, and D do not accurately define "audience."

Question 8

When you &#34;write to share learning&#34; you are your main audience.&#8203;

Accepted Answer

When you write to share learning, your main audience is typically others who can benefit from your knowledge and experiences, not just yourself.

Question 9

Application of Skills
Directions: Read the following excerpt from a college textbook and answer the questions that follow.
¹ Because of its ability to deliver information quickly and directly, the Internet offers many benefits for public relations companies. Public relations people, in fact, often are very much involved in creating and modifying Web sites for their clients-creating a public face. News releases, product announcements and company profiles can be made available online, to be captured on demand by the press, stockholders and anyone else who is interested.
²The Internet also brings hazards. Disgruntled customers, pranksters and competitors can create their own sites to immediately challenge and even undermine a client's site. To counter these negative messages, many businesses and organizations hire public relations firms to continuously monitor the Internet and alert their clients when negative information appears so the client can decide the best way to counter the information.
-adapted from Biagi, Media/Impact: An Introduction to Mass Media , pp. 240, 242
What is the subject of the passage?

A) The positive role of the Internet
B) The negative impact of the Internet
C) Public relations and the Internet
D) Public relations and its influence on business

Accepted Answer

The passage discusses how the Internet is used by public relations companies to benefit their clients, as well as the potential hazards that come with it. It specifically focuses on the role of public relations in creating and modifying websites, making information available online, and monitoring negative messages.

Question 10

Write the words that make the acronym STRAP (as in STRAP Strategy). &#10;S = ____________ &#10;T = ____________ &#10;R = ____________ &#10;A = ____________ &#10;P = ____________&#8203;

Accepted Answer

The answer of Write the words that make the acronym...

Question 11

According to the Writing Spectrum, rank the following forms of writing in order from the most casual to the most formal &#8203;&#10;A)Persuasive Paragraphs and Essays&#10;B)Blogs&#10;C)Research Reports&#10;D)Text Messages

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the Writing Spectrum, rank the...

Question 12

Application of Skills
Directions: Read the following excerpt from a college textbook and answer the questions that follow.
¹ Because of its ability to deliver information quickly and directly, the Internet offers many benefits for public relations companies. Public relations people, in fact, often are very much involved in creating and modifying Web sites for their clients-creating a public face. News releases, product announcements and company profiles can be made available online, to be captured on demand by the press, stockholders and anyone else who is interested.
²The Internet also brings hazards. Disgruntled customers, pranksters and competitors can create their own sites to immediately challenge and even undermine a client's site. To counter these negative messages, many businesses and organizations hire public relations firms to continuously monitor the Internet and alert their clients when negative information appears so the client can decide the best way to counter the information.
-adapted from Biagi, Media/Impact: An Introduction to Mass Media , pp. 240, 242
What is the purpose of the passage?

A) To explain the role of public relations in managing the Internet
B) To convince the reader that the Internet is dangerous
C) To entertain the reader with anecdotes about disgruntled customers
D) To reveal the hidden world of Internet pranksters

Accepted Answer

The answer of Application of Skills&#10;Directions: Read the following excerpt...

Question 13

&#34;Role&#34; is defined as _____.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;the main purpose of a piece of professional writing.&#10;B) &#8203;the position the writer assumes (i.e. student, expert, or critic).&#10;C) &#8203;a type of audience member who pretends to be an expert on a subject.&#10;D) &#8203;the resolution of a character in a story.

Accepted Answer

The answer of &#34;Role&#34; is defined as _____.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;the main...

Question 14

At different points in the writing process, you should get feedback from ______.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;your classmates&#10;B) &#8203;writing tutors&#10;C) &#8203;your instructor&#10;D) &#8203;all of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of At different points in the writing process,...

Question 15

Choose the sentence below that includes the vocabulary and tone most appropriate for an&#160;academic text.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;How kids learn to talk is a big debate in the research world.&#10;B) &#8203;Language acquisition in children is a key area of study in the field of linguistics.&#10;C) &#8203;It is truly amazing and exciting to watch babies learn to say &#34;Mama&#34;!&#10;D) &#8203;I remember when my little sister first learned how to put two words together in a&#160;sentence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Choose the sentence below that includes the...

Question 16

Application of Skills
Directions: Read the following excerpt from a college textbook and answer the questions that follow.
¹ Because of its ability to deliver information quickly and directly, the Internet offers many benefits for public relations companies. Public relations people, in fact, often are very much involved in creating and modifying Web sites for their clients-creating a public face. News releases, product announcements and company profiles can be made available online, to be captured on demand by the press, stockholders and anyone else who is interested.
²The Internet also brings hazards. Disgruntled customers, pranksters and competitors can create their own sites to immediately challenge and even undermine a client's site. To counter these negative messages, many businesses and organizations hire public relations firms to continuously monitor the Internet and alert their clients when negative information appears so the client can decide the best way to counter the information.
-adapted from Biagi, Media/Impact: An Introduction to Mass Media , pp. 240, 242
Which of the following describes the author's voice?

A) angry, bitter
B) sarcastic, arrogant
C) informative, honest
D) excited, enthusiastic

Accepted Answer

The answer of Application of Skills&#10;Directions: Read the following excerpt...

Question 17

&#34;Type&#34; is defined as _____.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;the form of a reading selection or piece of writing (i.e. textbook chapters, essays,&#160;reports, summaries, and blogs).&#10;B) &#8203;the font size of an article or essay.&#10;C) &#8203;the kind of person being targeted by a particular writing (i.e. introvert, extrovert, etc.).&#10;D) &#8203;the tone of the author.

Accepted Answer

The answer of &#34;Type&#34; is defined as _____.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;the form...

Question 18

&#34;Purpose&#34; is defined as ______.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;the specific reason for the reading or writing (i.e., to inform, persuade, or share).&#10;B) &#8203;the tone of an essay or article.&#10;C) &#8203;the credibility of the author in regards to the material being read or written.&#10;D) &#8203;the attitude of the author.

Accepted Answer

The answer of &#34;Purpose&#34; is defined as ______.&#8203;&#10;A) &#8203;the specific...

Question 19

&#34;Writing to share learning&#34; includes proofreading and editing.&#8203;

Accepted Answer

The answer of &#34;Writing to share learning&#34; includes proofreading and...

Question 20

Match the following terms with the appropriate boxes of the Line Diagram. &#10;   &#10;A. Vacation Destinations &#10;B. Romantic Cities &#10;C. Families

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following terms with the appropriate...

Deck 1: The Reading and Writing Connection