Unit 1 & 2 Review!

How are you graded in ENG 100?

• Points

• Percentages

• Vibes

• Labor Based Grading

Answer explanation

Labor-Based grading means you're graded on your ability to meet the assignment requirements, which are based on effort, not the quality of your work!

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What did your professor do before this job?

• Backpacked in Europe

• Got an MFA degree

• Adopted a pet

• Worked at a bookstore

Answer explanation

In May 2024, I graduated with an MFA in Creative Writing from MSU.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

What of the following is a close-reading technique?

• Engage with the text.

• Read upside down.

• Use Chat GPT to tell you what the reading says.

• Read the text out loud.

Answer explanation

A big part of closely reading a text is understanding your reactions to the text. Write out your thoughts and ideas that come up while you're completing the reading!

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

How many times should you read assignment information?

• Once is enough

• Zero

• Three times

• Only when Prof Reed reads it in class.

Answer explanation

1. Read the assignment instructions 1) in class when the professor reviews it, 2) when you are about to start the assignment on your own, and 3) before you submit your work.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

Summarizing and paraphrasing are the same thing.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Summarizing normally covers one main idea of a text, and aims to shorten the original text in a brief summary.

Paraphrasing focuses on rewriting the main idea of the text in your own words.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

When should you use quotes in an essay?

• When you need to hit the word count.

• In your intro to hook the reader.

• When the wording is so specific, you can't change the meaning of the text.

• When the wording is so specific, you can't change the meaning of the text.

Answer explanation

While quotes can help lengthen your word count or be engaging to a reader, you want to especially use a quote when you are unable to successfully paraphrase the text.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What's the difference between formal and informal sources?

• How fancy the language is.

• The reliability of the article.

• Whether it's academic or not.

• How important the source is.

Answer explanation

Formal sources are typically peer-reviewed articles that are published in academic journals. These are articles written by dedicated professionals who are tying their career to their writing - which means they are fact checked, avoid bias, and are reviewed by other professionals before publication.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Agenda driven sources are always reliable.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

If a source uses loaded language or only discusses one side of an argument, odds are it's not reliable.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Where is the best place to find reliable sources?

• Chat GPT

• Google

• Ask a friend

• The library

Answer explanation

A hunt for reliable sources should always start with the library. Check out their databases or even visit with a librarian to get started!

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is an ethical use of AI?

• Using it to help organize your ideas.

• Use it to come up with ideas.

• Having it write your paper.

• Use it for writing emails to people.

Answer explanation

Remember, AI as an assistant is perfectly fine. But using AI to replace your brain (your own thoughts and ideas) is unethical and will most likely get you in trouble.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9