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1. Which of the following statements contains colloquialisms?

• A. If you don't mind, could we meet later?
• B. I thoroughly enjoyed your class.
• C. Let's hang out later. I need to chill after that exam.
• D. It's a pleasure to meet you. Your class inspired me in many ways.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because 'hang out' and 'chill' are colloquialisms, informal expressions commonly used in casual conversations. Choice A is a polite and formal way to ask for a meeting, devoid of colloquial language. Choice B is a straightforward expression of enjoyment without any colloquialisms. Choice D is a polite and formal statement that does not contain any colloquial language.

2. Where can you typically find the thesis statement of an essay?

• A. Conclusion
• B. Introduction
• C. Body paragraph
• D. Bibliography

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The thesis statement of an essay is usually located in the introduction. This is where the author establishes the main idea or argument that will be developed throughout the essay. The conclusion (Choice A) summarizes the main points and restates the thesis but does not introduce it. Body paragraphs (Choice C) provide supporting details and arguments, while the bibliography (Choice D) lists the sources used in the essay, not the thesis statement.

3. Which word is most closely associated with the adjective 'meticulous'?

• A. careless
• B. precise
• C. indifferent
• D. enthusiastic

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The word 'meticulous' is synonymous with being very careful and detail-oriented. It describes someone who pays close attention to detail and is thorough in their work. 'Precise' is the best choice among the options as it conveys accuracy and exactness, which align with the nature of someone who is meticulous. Choice A, 'careless,' is the opposite of meticulous, indicating a lack of attention to detail. Choice C, 'indifferent,' suggests a lack of interest or concern, which is not related to being meticulous. Choice D, 'enthusiastic,' conveys a sense of excitement and passion rather than the precision and carefulness associated with being meticulous.

4. Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?

• A. Tabitha tried rock climbing, despite her fear of heights.
• B. Tabitha tried rock climbing; she had a fear of heights.
• C. Tabitha tried rock climbing and had a fear of heights.
• D. Tabitha tried rock climbing despite having a fear of heights.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. A complex sentence consists of an independent clause and at least one dependent clause. In this case, 'Tabitha tried rock climbing' is the independent clause, and 'despite having a fear of heights' is the dependent clause, making it a complex sentence. Choice A has been corrected to include a complete dependent clause, 'despite her fear of heights.' Choice B is incorrect because the semicolon does not appropriately connect the clauses. Choice C is incorrect as it combines two independent clauses without a dependent clause. Therefore, only choice D correctly forms a complex sentence with an independent and dependent clause.

5. Hampton was born and raised in Maywood of Chicago, Illinois in 1948. Which of the following is the correct punctuation for the sentence?

• A. NO CHANGE
• B. in Maywood, of Chicago, Illinois in 1948.
• C. in Maywood of Chicago, Illinois, in 1948.
• D. in Chicago, Illinois of Maywood in 1948.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Option C correctly punctuates the sentence by placing commas after 'Chicago' and 'Illinois' to separate the location details and inserting a comma before 'in 1948' to separate the location from the date. This creates a clear and grammatically correct sentence. Choices A, B, and D incorrectly place the commas, leading to confusion or incorrect grouping of the location and date information.

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