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What is the purpose of expository writing?

• to explain or inform
• to tell a story
• to persuade
• all of the above

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When writing a narrative essay, one might think of it as telling a 

• lie
• opinion
• story
• truth

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We had a long history together, it wasn't enough to keep us from parting ways.

• NO CHANGE
• together, but
• together but,
• together, however

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Which of these Rhetorical Devices does this best represent?

• Logos
• Pathos
• Ethos

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Which of these Rhetorical Devices does this best represent?

• Ethos
• Pathos
• Logos

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The following is an example of what kind of rhetorical device?
"Strong in the force, you are." Yoda, Star Wars

• Hyperbole
• Anastrophe
• Antithesis
• Apostrophe

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Which prompt BEST fits the following thesis?

“It is crucial to keep promises that are made because oath breakers lose trust and may be seen as unreliable in a time of need.”

• Write an essay explaining whether it is important to learn from our experiences.

• Write an essay explaining the importance of setting goals.

• Write an essay explaining the importance of never giving up.

• Write an essay explaining why it is important to keep the promises you make.

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Start a formal letter with

• Dear Sir or Madam,

• Dear John,

• To whom it may concern,

• Dear Mr Lubby,

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Opening phrases in a letter of application may be

• I am writing with regard to your advertisement in ...

• I am writing to apply for the position of ...

• I look forward to a favourable reply.

• I am interested in applying for the post of ...

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... children should play outside more.

• I can't believe

• I learn that

• In my opinion

• Do you think that..

• I totally understand

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