Straiterline ENGLISH
COMPOSTION II FULL
COURSE. UPDATED
VERSION 2025
,
, Section 1: Writing & Rhetoric (1–10)
1. The purpose of a thesis statement in an essay is to:
a) Summarize your conclusion
b) Present the main argument or claim
c) List your evidence
d) Provide background information
Answer: b
Rationale: The thesis states the central argument around which the
essay is built.
2. In academic writing, which rhetorical appeal relies on logic and
evidence?
a) Pathos
b) Ethos
c) Logos
d) Mythos
Answer: c
Rationale: Logos appeals to logic, using evidence and reasoning to
support a claim.
3. Which sentence best demonstrates a strong analytical tone?
a) “I think the author is right.”
b) “The author’s tone evokes sympathy through diction and imagery.”
Answer: b
Rationale: Academic tone focuses on analysis and evidence, not
personal opinion.
, 4. What is the most effective revision strategy?
a) Proofreading for spelling only
b) Reviewing structure, organization, and clarity
Answer: b
Rationale: Revision focuses on content and flow before mechanical
errors.
5. A counterargument serves to:
a) Weaken your thesis
b) Address opposing viewpoints
Answer: b
Rationale: Addressing counterarguments strengthens credibility and
fairness.
6. In an argumentative essay, the conclusion should:
a) Introduce new ideas
b) Restate the thesis and summarize key points
Answer: b
Rationale: The conclusion reinforces your main claim and final
message.
7. Which writing stage comes immediately before editing?
a) Drafting
b) Revising
Answer: b
Rationale: Revising addresses organization and content before
grammar-level editing.
COMPOSTION II FULL
COURSE. UPDATED
VERSION 2025
,
, Section 1: Writing & Rhetoric (1–10)
1. The purpose of a thesis statement in an essay is to:
a) Summarize your conclusion
b) Present the main argument or claim
c) List your evidence
d) Provide background information
Answer: b
Rationale: The thesis states the central argument around which the
essay is built.
2. In academic writing, which rhetorical appeal relies on logic and
evidence?
a) Pathos
b) Ethos
c) Logos
d) Mythos
Answer: c
Rationale: Logos appeals to logic, using evidence and reasoning to
support a claim.
3. Which sentence best demonstrates a strong analytical tone?
a) “I think the author is right.”
b) “The author’s tone evokes sympathy through diction and imagery.”
Answer: b
Rationale: Academic tone focuses on analysis and evidence, not
personal opinion.
, 4. What is the most effective revision strategy?
a) Proofreading for spelling only
b) Reviewing structure, organization, and clarity
Answer: b
Rationale: Revision focuses on content and flow before mechanical
errors.
5. A counterargument serves to:
a) Weaken your thesis
b) Address opposing viewpoints
Answer: b
Rationale: Addressing counterarguments strengthens credibility and
fairness.
6. In an argumentative essay, the conclusion should:
a) Introduce new ideas
b) Restate the thesis and summarize key points
Answer: b
Rationale: The conclusion reinforces your main claim and final
message.
7. Which writing stage comes immediately before editing?
a) Drafting
b) Revising
Answer: b
Rationale: Revising addresses organization and content before
grammar-level editing.
