Module 12 QuizLA 108 – COMPOSITION FOR THE ARTIST10 QUESTIONS FOR 10 POINTS1) Which

Module 12 QuizLA 108 – COMPOSITION FOR THE ARTIST10 QUESTIONS FOR 10 POINTS
1) Which of the following is a complete sentence (i.e., not a fragment)?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) Jordan called me last night.
 B) Although Elena has always wanted to become an artist.
 C) Which is why I’m calling you this morning.
 D) While waiting in the emergency room for six hours.

2) Which of the following sentences is correct (i.e., not a run-on or comma splice)?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) This mug has a crack in it my coffee is dripping onto the floor.
 B) The book I’m reading is fascinating, it details the history of Australia.
 C) If you call when you’re on your way, I’ll have dinner ready when you get here.
 D) The new furniture has been delivered now someone just needs to put it together.

3) Which of the following sentences is correct (not a misplaced modifier)?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) After taking a painkiller, my knee felt better.
 B) Justin wore a tie to the job interview, which was unfortunately stained.
 C) They just announced that it’s going to snow on the weather channel.
 D) None of the above

4) Which of the following is not a transitional word?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) furthermore
 B) additionally
 C) why
 D) similarly

5) Which methods can be used to fix a comma splice?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) Separate it into two sentences and use a period.
 B) Use a semicolon to connect the two sentences.
 C) Add a conjunction.
 D) All of the above

6) Which of the following sentences is correct (i.e., doesn’t misuse an absolute adjective)?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) The parking lot was somewhat vacant after the museums closed for the day.
 B) I’ve never seen such a unique painting!
 C) The doctor let her know that her paralysis would be rather permanent.
 D) The rat was mostly dead.

7) Which of the following sentences is correct (i.e., not a dangling modifier)?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) Having missed class again, a written excuse was now necessary.
 B) Though only four years old, the kindergarten accepted Jan.
 C) Running to catch the bus, my textbook fell into the mud.
 D) None of the above

8) Which of the following sentences is correct (i.e., doesn’t use a non sequitur or hasty generalization)?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) Last week, when it was raining, my mom had a car accident; no one should drive in the rain.
 B) Sales tax went up by one cent on each dollar in Arizona; therefore, I’m going to have to pay more sales tax on my purchases when I’m in Arizona.
 C) I know someone who was arrested for a DUI last year, so it’s obvious that she’s an alcoholic.
 D) There is so much violent crime in Detroit; you’re going to get shot if you move there.

9) Which of the following sentences is incorrect due to a comma splice?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) We decided to move in the fall, we didn’t want to carry boxes in the summer heat.
 B) The Lin family eats dinner together every night, and it has helped their family dynamic.
 C) She was still upset, although she was awarded second place.
 D) The candidate assured us that he would: reduce violent crime, decrease unemployment, and subsidize health insurance.

10) Which of the following sentences is correct?
For 1 Point(s)Answer:
 A) They weren’t dangerous criminals they were just walking at night in dark clothing.
 B) Murray couldn’t decide which job to take he was just too exhausted to decide.
 C) Hendrick takes the bus to school Josia takes the train.
 D) John waited for the bus for three hours in the rain last Friday.