Question

Writing is a most delicate art. Even the most seasoned scientist may have difficulty performing it. This fact is mainly true due to the differing intelligences that are used in writing as opposed to other natural sciences, and that writing is a skill honed over time. Since different kinds of writing serve different purposes, students of the arts and those engaged in the natural sciences should be required to take different writing courses. 40. Based upon the information given, the thesis statement of the paper to which this paragraph is a part would most probably be:: *

A. Writing is a delicate art. B. Even the most seasoned scientist may have difficulty doing it. C. Writing utilizes different intelligences than do the natural sciences. D. Students of the arts and natural sciences should be required to take different writing courses.

41. This paragraph would most likely be the:: *

A. Supporting paragraph B. Introduction paragraph C. Descriptive paragraph D. Persuasive paragraph

42. The general topic of this paper is:: *

A. Writing Skills B. Natural Sciences C. Intelligences D. Class content

43. Introductory paragraphs often begin with a:: *

A. Thesis statement B. Topic sentence C. Summary D. Hook

Answer 1

40. Correct answer: D, here question is not about intelligence but application in writing as it differs in natural sciences. Students of the arts and natural sciences should be required to take different writing courses. This thesis will cover whether different intelligence is required and statements in option A and B.

41.Correct answer: B, It is introductory paragraph. Descriptive paragraph describes a certain event. Persuasive paragraph aims to make reader accept a particular view point.

42.Correct answer: A: It is clear from the paragraph. Topic is about writing skills.

43.Correct answer:B; Topic sentence. Hook is last sentence. Thesis statement should be there in first paragraph but not first statement. Summary may be given at the end.