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Writing an E-mail about an Important Issue — Unit test Answers

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Look at this excerpt from a manual for SunFun Inc. Which text feature is used in this document?

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a bulleted list
B
bolded text
C
subheadings
D
a roman numeral
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Read the sentence.The harsh wind scoured the scant remaining leaves from the trees, and a desolate landscape remained in its wake.

A
a coordinating conjunction.
B
a dependent clause.
C
an independent clause.
D
a subordinating conjunction.
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Which sentence uses an objective tone?

A
We will plant the best garden of any school in the area.
B
The new campus garden will surely be envied by other schools.
C
A garden would provide numerous benefits to the students.
D
You will probably agree that gardens have many benefits.
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Why are some words and phrases bolded in the Social Media Policy for Widget Corp document?

A
to explain what a section is mainly about
B
to highlight every detail of the document
C
to show the steps of a specific procedure
D
to organize key concepts in the document
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A(n) ____ expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence.

A
dependent clause
B
adverbial clause
C
independent clause
D
indefinite clause
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Read the excerpt from Outcasts United.Luma pulled her Volkswagen Beetle into the center's parking lot on a sunny June afternoon in 2004, before her team's first tryouts. She wasn't sure what kind of response her flyers had generated among the boys in the complexes around Clarkston. They were naturally wary.But on the other side of town, Jeremiah Ziaty had no doubt about his enthusiasm for the new team. His mother was still at work when he set out from the family's apartment, a small backpack on his shoulder, ready to play.When Jeremiah arrived at the center, he joined twenty-two other boys on the small field behind the building.

A
The author is describing two plots at the same time before moving on with the chronological order of the story.
B
The author is describing one plot of the story so he can move the events along chronologically.
C
The author is describing several plots at the same time to avoid telling the story in chronological order.
D
The author is describing one plot of the story but not moving the events along in chronological order.
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Which statements about Outcasts United express theme? Check all that apply.Jeremiah’s mom is overprotective.being new to a countryOne person can help many others.Luma is a very giving person.playing sportsSports can unite people.

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Jeremiah’s mom is overprotective.
B
being new to a country
C
One person can help many others.
D
Luma is a very giving person.
E
playing sports
F
Sports can unite people.
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Read this excerpt from the employee handbook for Carey’s Sandwiches. The sublist under Number 1 provides information about

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A
helping customers order.
B
how to record customers’ orders.
C
encouraging customers to spend more money.
D
how to make customers order faster.
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Who tells the story and how it is told are known as

A
theme.
B
first person.
C
point of view.
D
imagery.
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In an e-mail that addresses a problem, the writer should express a viewpoint in the

A
salutation.
B
first body paragraph.
C
second body paragraph.
D
closing.
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Read the excerpt from Outcasts United.Somehow, Luma would have to find a way to get all these kids to play as a unit. "It was about trying to figure out what they have in common," she said.While Luma was trying to find a way to get the kids to play together, she was also getting to know their parents, most of whom were single mothers. She quickly discovered that these women needed help—mostly in understanding paperwork. With her Arabic and French, Luma was able to translate documents and answer some of their questions. She made appointments with doctors and social workers. Luma gave her cell phone number to her players and their families, and soon they were calling with requests for help. Teachers learned to call Luma when her players' parents couldn't be found or were at work. The families showed their gratitude by offering Luma tea and inviting her to dinner. Luma felt needed, and couldn't help but notice how much better this kind of work felt than running Ashton's.

A
There are many single mothers in the world who need help.
B
One person can make a huge difference in the lives of others.
C
Luma is rewarded for her acts of kindness with tea and dinners.
D
Feeling needed is a very important and satisfying experience.
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Read the sentence.I had to prove my identity to gain entrance to the building I was required to fill out an impressive number of forms.

A
I had to prove my identity to gain entrance to the building, I was required to fill out an impressive number of forms.
B
I had to prove my identity to gain entrance to the building; I was required to fill out an impressive number of forms.
C
I had to prove my identity, to gain entrance to the building I was required to fill out an impressive number of forms.
D
I had to prove my identity: to gain entrance to the building I was required to fill out an impressive number of forms.
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Read the opening paragraph from a formal e-mail.The Nature Center was founded to preserve three hundred acres of woods and wetlands. Our miles of nature trails provide hours of hiking pleasure to our visitors. Our Nature’s Classroom has helped countless children gain an understanding of and appreciation for the importance of nature. Each year, we strive to earn enough donations to maintain this local treasure.This year, in honor of the Nature Center’s fiftieth birthday, our annual fundraiser will be even more elaborate and elegant than usual.

A
It contains language that suggests that the general audience is officially connected to the Nature Center.
B
It assumes that the general audience already knows a lot about the Nature Center and its annual fundraiser.
C
It assumes that the general audience is in a position to effect big changes in the Nature Center.
D
It contains background information about the Nature Center that a general audience would need.
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Read the sentences below.The new safety requirements were enacted based on scientists’ recommendations. Fewer accidents occurred.

A
The new safety requirements were enacted based on scientists’ recommendations; fewer accidents occurred.
B
Based on the scientists’ recommendations, the new safety requirements were enacted, and fewer accidents occurred.
C
Based on the scientists’ recommendations, the new safety requirements were enacted so that fewer accidents occurred.
D
The new safety requirements were enacted based on scientists’ recommendations, and fewer accidents occurred.
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When writing for a general audience, the writer should keep in mind that a general audience most likely

A
knows little about the topic.
B
knows a lot about the topic.
C
is interested in the situation.
D
has the power to effect change.

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