AnswersCommon Core ELA 12Writing: Essay - Descriptive

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Choose the correct transitional expression in the sentence below. He is going to the play; (therefore/since), he must leave early.

A
therefore
B
since
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Label the following sentences active or passive.

A
A
B
B
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The most important thing you can do with the little bit of preparation time you may have for an impromptu speech is _____________.

A
make sure you look presentable
B
try to hide
C
write an outline
D
ask people questions
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A good practice when giving any presentation, impromptu or not, is to decide what your ________________ is going to be.

A
time allotment
B
main point
C
audience’s view
D
none of these
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Label the following sentences active or passive.

A
A
B
B
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Label the following sentences active or passive.

A
A
B
B
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Choose the correct transitional expression in the sentence below.

A
A
B
B
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When trying to remember your speech with a mnemonic trick, just remember the order of important points-no more than ___.

A
5
B
7
C
10
D
12
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The most stressful parts of your speech, and the most critical when it comes to good delivery is the _________________.

A
beginning and ending
B
body
C
jokes
D
none of these
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Choose the correct transitional expression in the sentence below.

A
A
B
B
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Label the following sentences active or passive.

A
A
B
B
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It is important not to apologize or make excuses to the audience because

A
no one cares about excuses.
B
you ruin your credibility with the audience.
C
it can be embarrassing.
D
you will forget your main subject.
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You should take the platform with _____________.

A
caution
B
apprehension
C
patience
D
enthusiasm
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“Consider your strengths” is another way of saying:

A
Pick a topic that you feel strongly about.
B
Decline the invitation if you are not a strong speaker.
C
Pick a style that suits your personality.
D
none of these
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At the end of the speech, it is important that you _____________.

A
smile as you leave the stage
B
allow the audience to show their appreciation
C
take your seat immediately
D
none of these
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Label the following sentences active or passive.

A
A
B
B
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Your speech should be informative, naturally, but a really good speech will also evoke some ________ in your audience.

A
emotion
B
criticism
C
reaction
D
none of these
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Label the following sentences active or passive.

A
A
B
B

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