Question 1

Justine is writing a paper on macroeconomics and has just finished her introduction. What should she do as she starts to write the body of her paper?

Accepted Answer

A)  Start each paragraph with a supporting idea. 
B)  Include at least three transitions per paragraph. 
C)  Focus on only one main idea per paragraph. 
D)  Start with the conclusion and then discuss the main ideas. 
A)  Start each paragraph with a supporting idea. 
B)  Include at least three transitions per paragraph. 
C)  Focus on only one main idea per paragraph. 
D)  Start with the conclusion and then discuss the main ideas.

Question 2

List three techniques for creating a strong first draft.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers shoul

Question 3

Which of these skills did a survey of employers recently list as one of the MOST important for new graduates?

Accepted Answer

A)  professional dress 
B)  group collaboration 
C)  oral communication 
D)  high test scores 
A)  professional dress 
B)  group collaboration 
C)  oral communication 
D)  high test scores

Question 4

Transitions are important because they:

Accepted Answer

A)  indicate your writing purpose to the audience. 
B)  reiterate your main ideas at the end of your paper or presentation. 
C)  identify the sources of information you used when preparing your paper or presentation. 
D)  smooth the flow of ideas throughout your entire work. 
A)  indicate your writing purpose to the audience. 
B)  reiterate your main ideas at the end of your paper or presentation. 
C)  identify the sources of information you used when preparing your paper or presentation. 
D)  smooth the flow of ideas throughout your entire work.

Question 5

Encyclopedias are a good starting place for gathering basic information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A strong conclusion does NOT:

Accepted Answer

A)  revisit the major findings. 
B)  introduce new supporting details. 
C)  summarize your argument. 
D)  restate your thesis. 
A)  revisit the major findings. 
B)  introduce new supporting details. 
C)  summarize your argument. 
D)  restate your thesis.

Question 7

Quality sources maintain objectivity by:

Accepted Answer

A)  making strong arguments. 
B)  offering the most current data. 
C)  hiding the author's biases. 
D)  presenting all sides of an issue. 
A)  making strong arguments. 
B)  offering the most current data. 
C)  hiding the author's biases. 
D)  presenting all sides of an issue.

Question 8

Visual aids work best in a presentation when they convey:

Accepted Answer

A)  supporting details and are complex. 
B)  supporting details and are not complex. 
C)  main ideas and are complex. 
D)  main ideas and are not complex. 
A)  supporting details and are complex. 
B)  supporting details and are not complex. 
C)  main ideas and are complex. 
D)  main ideas and are not complex.

Question 9

What are the two rules of thumb you should follow before using Wikipedia for your research?

Accepted Answer

Correct answers should identify the two

Question 10

Why is it important to make a plan before you begin a writing assignment?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Correct answers shoul

Justine is writing a paper on macroeconomics and has just finished her introduction. What should she do as she starts to write the body of her paper?

List three techniques for creating a strong first draft.

Which of these skills did a survey of employers recently list as one of the MOST important for new graduates?

Transitions are important because they:

Encyclopedias are a good starting place for gathering basic information.

A strong conclusion does NOT:

Quality sources maintain objectivity by:

Visual aids work best in a presentation when they convey:

What are the two rules of thumb you should follow before using Wikipedia for your research?

Why is it important to make a plan before you begin a writing assignment?

Building a Foundation for College Success

Planning Your Future

Motivation, Decision Making, and Personal Responsibility

Organization and Time Management

Understanding Thinking and Learning

Reading for College Success

Take Effective Notes

Memory and Studying

Performing Well on Exams

Social Belonging

Health and Wellness

Career Readiness

Celebrating Your Success and Connecting to Your Future

Strategies for Success in College

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Exam 10: Information Literacy and Communication

Justine is writing a paper on macroeconomics and has just finished her introduction. What should she do as she starts to write the body of her paper?

List three techniques for creating a strong first draft.

Which of these skills did a survey of employers recently list as one of the MOST important for new graduates?

Transitions are important because they:

Encyclopedias are a good starting place for gathering basic information.

A strong conclusion does NOT:

Quality sources maintain objectivity by:

Visual aids work best in a presentation when they convey:

What are the two rules of thumb you should follow before using Wikipedia for your research?

Why is it important to make a plan before you begin a writing assignment?

Building a Foundation for College Success

Planning Your Future

Motivation, Decision Making, and Personal Responsibility

Organization and Time Management

Understanding Thinking and Learning

Reading for College Success

Take Effective Notes

Memory and Studying

Performing Well on Exams

Social Belonging

Health and Wellness

Career Readiness

Celebrating Your Success and Connecting to Your Future

Strategies for Success in College

Filters