English 101

Final Examination Andrew Harris

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5 pts. each
1. Explain what the importance of the Rhetorical Triangle as described in your handbook.

When we write for others we write about something (a topic) to someone (an audience).The

interaction among writer, topic, and audience make up the rhetorical situation of writing.

2. Briefly describe three different prewriting techniques.

Brainstorming – Let your thoughts come out of paper of a general idea.

Freewriting – Keep writing freely until you stumble upon a topic.

Outlining – List what you know about the subject by stages.

3. Describe what a writer does when revising a paper.

Re-seeing the entire paper and then reworking it.

4. Describe the difference between revising and editing.

Revising is making it better and Editing is is a fine tuning process correcting any spelling and/or

grammatical errors.

5. What is a comma splice? A fused sentence? How can these errors be repaired?

A comma splice is a punctuation error that can occur in one of two ways. When independent clauses

are joined only by a comma but are missing a coordinating conjunction. As well as a comma is used

instead of a semicolon between two independent clauses. Fused sentences are when a punctuation

error occurs when there is no punctuation between independent clauses. Add correct punctuation .

6. Define paraphrasing as applied to a research paper.

Paraphrasing is re- wording someone else’s writing but still giving credit where credit is due.

7. In a research paper, what should be cited?

Anything paraphrased and all the sources used.

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8. Explain four reasons why plagiarism is wrong.

Plagiarism is unethical. When a writer uses someone else’s words, information, or ideas and doesn’t

acknowledge using that work, that is considered an act of stealing.

Plagiarism means a lost learning opportunity. Instructors assign these project for students so they

can learn how to conduct research, use sources, and gain knowledge about their topics.

Plagiarism diminishes your credibility. Cite opinions of the experts.

Plagiarism may result in serious penalties. This is a violation of academic honesty and may result in a

variety of penalties, including expulsion.

9. Describe the purpose of signal words and phrases in a research paper.

Signal words and phrases tell the reader what to expect or how to interpret the material in advance,

they help you integrate the material smoothly and seamlessly into your writing.

10. Give three reasons for using a direct quote in a research paper.

To show evidence, as support, or as further explanation for what you have written

Reflective Essay - 50pts.

Write an essay that considers the following:

Take some time to consider your experience in ENG 101 and, using the various writings you have
produced and the comments and marks made by your instructor as a guide, discuss what you have
learned about academic writing, in general, and your own writing, specifically, over the course of the
semester. Describe how the use of technology in the classroom has impacted your learning in this class.
What do you think could have been done to enhance your experience this semester?

I have learned how to write many papers this semester, some of these being poems, descriptive essays,
and research papers. I learned the correct way to produce each individual paper and the formatting of
each. I like the technological aspect of the class especially because everything I need to have and reflect
on would be at my own convenience on the computer. I think if we would have started off the semester
with Mr. Neuburger we would have learned more and succeeded.
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