1.what's the term for the manner in which an author considers a topic?

a. structure
b. revision
c. content
d. point of view

2. which word choice below demonstrates the greatest sense of determination?

a. the united states hoped for freedom and liberty around the world.
b. the united states considered freedom and liberty around the world.
c. the united states was skeptical of freedom and liberty around the world.
d. the united states took a stand for freedom and liberty around the world.

3. if readers truly comprehend a text, they're able to effectively it.

a. summarize
b. recommend
c. brainstorm
d. scan

4. which salutation would be appropriate for a business-like, formal style?

a. hello, watson
b. hey doc!
c. dear dr. patricia watson,
d. good morning, patty

5. what text structure would be with looking at similarities and differences between the leaders of the united states and cuba?

a. problem/solution
b. comparison/contrast
c. description
d. cause/effect

6. which text structure would work well for giving a timeline of cuban events?

a. cause/effect
b. description
c. sequence
d. comparison/contrast

7. which of the following informational subjects would benefit the most from a pie chart?

a. map of a zoo tour
b. batting averages throughout the course of a season
c. percentages of choices for high school graduates
d. events of a business merger

8. what's one of the best elements to study to improve one's spelling skills?

a. capitalization
b. homonyms
c. prefixes
d. suffixes

9. which of the following sentences has a spelling error in it?

a. it to ask permission.
b. he could have done that.
c. she has been threw a lot.
d. they wanted to play with the new toy.

10. which of the following items are capitalized?

a. directions
b. measurements
c. structures
d. titles

11. for the most part, short-answer and essay questions assess a job applicant's skills.

a. leadership
b. numeracy
c. oral communication
d. written communication

12. along with purpose, where the writer is coming from is called the

a. structure.
b. point of view.
c. introduction.
d. style.

13. which of the following informational subjects would benefit the most from a line graph?

a. a step-by-step process
b. events of a historical battle
c. profits throughout the past 18 months
d. total amount of government spending

14. which of the following a writer decide on what key details to use for his or her message?

a. purpose
b. word choice
c. tone
d. length

15. what style would you use to write a text message to a coworker and friend?

a. structural
b. formal
c. supportive
d. informal

16. which of the following informational subjects would benefit the most from a column graph?

a. popularity of soft-drink brands
b. events of a political campaign
c. a recipe for fudge brownies
d. organizing a workout routine

17. before reading, graphics can be with

a. reading.
b. establishing tone.
c. choosing effective words.
d. scanning.

18. which of the following is a fact?

a. the solar system was formed 4.6 billion years ago.
b. it would be fun to be an astronaut.
c. a starry night is very romantic.
d. astronomy is a great college major for almost anyone.

19. an email to a manager in the workplace should include

a. slang.
b. proper punctuation.
c. emojis.
d. jargon.

20. what's an advantage of following the rules for capitalization and eliminating spelling errors for a writer?

a. encourages multiple reviews from critics
b. build trust with readers
c. forces other writers to follow the rules
d. sets new publishing records