Question 1

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. 
Ideas that repeat what has already been said or include unrelated information may still be used to lengthen an expository text.

Accepted Answer

Ideas that repeat what has already been said or include unrelated information do not contribute to the quality or clarity of expository texts; instead, they can detract from the main points and confuse the reader. Expository texts aim to inform or explain, so every part should be relevant and contribute to the understanding of the topic.

Question 2

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. The topic sentence of an expository paragraph includes the topic and

Accepted Answer

The topic sentence of an expository paragraph includes the topic and the writer's main idea about it, serving as a summary of what the paragraph will discuss.

Question 3

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to select the best answer to the questions about the following reading passages. ​
In 1863 Secchi studied 4,000 different star patterns and concluded that every star in the sky could be categorized into one of five classes based on unique patterns. At the time, such a classification was revolutionary. It formed a new understanding of the universe. Today, Secchi's system of classification is considered out of date, and a more detailed classification system has emerged, grouping stars into seven classes based on surface temperature, color, and size.
​ What type of expository style is also the subject of Secchi's work, as discussed in the reading passage?

Accepted Answer

Secchi's work involved categorizing stars into different classes based on unique patterns, which is a form of classification.

Question 4

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to select the best answer to the questions about the following reading passages. ​
In 1863 Secchi studied 4,000 different star patterns and concluded that every star in the sky could be categorized into one of five classes based on unique patterns. At the time, such a classification was revolutionary. It formed a new understanding of the universe. Today, Secchi's system of classification is considered out of date, and a more detailed classification system has emerged, grouping stars into seven classes based on surface temperature, color, and size.
​ Use the details in the reading passage to fill in the line diagram correctly:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained...

Question 5

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ Which of the following is not a type of expository text?

Accepted Answer

Argument is not a type of expository text because expository texts are meant to inform or explain, while argument texts are meant to persuade or argue a point.

Question 6

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to select the best answer to the questions about the following reading passages. ​
In 1863 Secchi studied 4,000 different star patterns and concluded that every star in the sky could be categorized into one of five classes based on unique patterns. At the time, such a classification was revolutionary. It formed a new understanding of the universe. Today, Secchi's system of classification is considered out of date, and a more detailed classification system has emerged, grouping stars into seven classes based on surface temperature, color, and size.
​ What inference can be drawn from the passage?

Accepted Answer

Secchi's work in 1863 on classifying 4,000 different star patterns into five classes was described as revolutionary, implying that such systematic classification was not common at the time.

Question 7

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ The main idea in an expository paragraph is generally located in the

Accepted Answer

The main idea in an expository paragraph is typically found in the first sentence, serving as a topic sentence that introduces the paragraph's content.

Question 8

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. 
A line diagram identifies the supporting points and details at the top that lead to the main idea at the bottom.

Accepted Answer

A line diagram typically represents the main idea at the top and then branches out to supporting points and details below, illustrating how they contribute to the main idea.

Question 9

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ The purpose of a process text is ________________.

Accepted Answer

The purpose of a process text is to give step-by-step instructions for completing a task, guiding the reader through a series of actions or procedures.

Question 10

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. ​ ​ To cut out unnecessary words, change "at this point in time" to:

Accepted Answer

"To cut out unnecessary words, 'at this point in time' can be effectively replaced with 'Now,' which is concise and clear."

Question 11

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to select the best answer to the questions about the following reading passages. ​
In 1863 Secchi studied 4,000 different star patterns and concluded that every star in the sky could be categorized into one of five classes based on unique patterns. At the time, such a classification was revolutionary. It formed a new understanding of the universe. Today, Secchi's system of classification is considered out of date, and a more detailed classification system has emerged, grouping stars into seven classes based on surface temperature, color, and size.
​ Which choice below would be the best title for the passage?

Accepted Answer

The passage discusses the evolution of star classification from Secchi's initial five classes to a more detailed system of seven classes, making "The History of Classifying Stars" the most appropriate title.

Question 12

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. ​ ​ Choose the sentence below that is not a fragment:

Accepted Answer

Sentence D is a complete sentence because it has a subject ("We") and a verb ("skipped"), and it expresses a complete thought. The other options are fragments because they lack either a subject, a verb, or a complete thought.

Question 13

Match between columns
                        Premises: two independent clauses joined without punctuation

Accepted Answer

The Answer of  run-on and fragment and comma splice is...

Question 14

Match between columns
                        Premises: a word group that lacks a subject, verb, or complete idea

Accepted Answer

The Answer of fragment and comma splice and  run-on is...

Question 15

Match between columns
                        Premises: two independent clauses joined with only a comma

Accepted Answer

The Answer of comma splice and fragment and  run-on is...

Question 16

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. 
Expository writing, which provides information, is common in magazines and textbooks. ​

Accepted Answer

Expository writing is indeed common in magazines and textbooks as it aims to explain, describe, or inform readers about a specific topic in a clear and concise manner.

Question 17

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. 
Even strong supporting points may need additional details to clarify the ideas.

Accepted Answer

Strong supporting points, while effective on their own, often require additional details to fully clarify and strengthen the ideas they are intended to convey. This helps in providing a comprehensive understanding and avoiding any potential ambiguity.

Question 18

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ Which of the following is not a technique for writing an expository text?

Accepted Answer

Expository texts aim to inform or explain, focusing on presenting facts and explanations rather than using dialogue to engage the reader, which is more common in narrative writing.

Question 19

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. 
​ Finding a focus for an expository text that is neither too broad nor too narrow is a crucial part of the prewriting process.

Accepted Answer

Choosing a focus that is appropriately narrow helps ensure the topic is manageable and can be thoroughly explored within the constraints of the expository text, making it a crucial step in the prewriting process.

Question 20

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to select the best answer to the questions about the following reading passages. ​
In 1863 Secchi studied 4,000 different star patterns and concluded that every star in the sky could be categorized into one of five classes based on unique patterns. At the time, such a classification was revolutionary. It formed a new understanding of the universe. Today, Secchi's system of classification is considered out of date, and a more detailed classification system has emerged, grouping stars into seven classes based on surface temperature, color, and size.
What word signals a time transition?

Accepted Answer

The word "today" signals a time transition, indicating a shift from past observations or systems to the current state or understanding.

Quiz 11: Reading and Writing Expository Texts

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Ideas that repeat what has already been said or include unrelated information may still be used to lengthen an expository text.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. The topic sentence of an expository paragraph includes the topic and

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Which of the following is not a type of expository text?

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. The main idea in an expository paragraph is generally located in the

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. A line diagram identifies the supporting points and details at the top that lead to the main idea at the bottom.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. The purpose of a process text is ________________.

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. To cut out unnecessary words, change "at this point in time" to:

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. Choose the sentence below that is not a fragment:

Match the sentence error to its definition.

Match the sentence error to its definition.

Match the sentence error to its definition.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Expository writing, which provides information, is common in magazines and textbooks.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Even strong supporting points may need additional details to clarify the ideas.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Which of the following is not a technique for writing an expository text?

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Finding a focus for an expository text that is neither too broad nor too narrow is a crucial part of the prewriting process.

Quiz 11: Reading and Writing Expository Texts

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Ideas that repeat what has already been said or include unrelated information may still be used to lengthen an expository text.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. The topic sentence of an expository paragraph includes the topic and

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ Which of the following is not a type of expository text?

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ The main idea in an expository paragraph is generally located in the

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. A line diagram identifies the supporting points and details at the top that lead to the main idea at the bottom.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ The purpose of a process text is ________________.

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. ​ ​ To cut out unnecessary words, change "at this point in time" to:

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. ​ ​ Choose the sentence below that is not a fragment:

Match the sentence error to its definition.

Match the sentence error to its definition.

Match the sentence error to its definition.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Expository writing, which provides information, is common in magazines and textbooks. ​

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Even strong supporting points may need additional details to clarify the ideas.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ Which of the following is not a technique for writing an expository text?

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. ​ Finding a focus for an expository text that is neither too broad nor too narrow is a crucial part of the prewriting process.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Which of the following is not a type of expository text?

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. The main idea in an expository paragraph is generally located in the

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. The purpose of a process text is ________________.

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. To cut out unnecessary words, change "at this point in time" to:

Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 11 to answer the following questions. Choose the sentence below that is not a fragment:

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Expository writing, which provides information, is common in magazines and textbooks.

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Which of the following is not a technique for writing an expository text?

Directions: Choose the best answer based on the information you read in Chapter 11. Finding a focus for an expository text that is neither too broad nor too narrow is a crucial part of the prewriting process.