This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Coherence – Quiz 6 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Coherence Quiz 6 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Transitional words are pronouns used to refer something that is mentioned elsewhere in the text. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 2. When answering task 2, you should paraphrase the question and restate your opinions in the conclusion A) No. B) Yes. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) No. 3. Based on the cohesive device in parentheses, choose the correct word to complete each sentence. And though people should love them for their helpfulness, they ..... (antonym) them because they can take away human jobs. A) Wonder about. B) Hate. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Hate. 4. Pandas are my favorite animal because they like to eat all day ..... , pandas love to play and roll around. A) Also. B) -. C) But. D) For example. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Also. 5. Era also suggested that rising wages were one of the primary causes of inflation ..... , the government should take action to control wages. A) However. B) Therefore. C) For example. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Therefore. 6. Is coherence more qualitative or quantitative? A) Qualitative. B) Quantitative. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Qualitative. 7. Which of the following is not relevant to the text's coherence? A) Use of transition signals. B) Organization. C) Repeat key nouns. D) Arrange the ideas logically. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Organization. 8. Why is it important to revise and edit a paragraph?a) To make it longer.b) To improve clarity and coherence.c) To add more complex vocabulary.d) To change the main idea of the paragraph. A) B. B) C. C) D. D) A. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) B. 9. An ellipsis can help to improve the cohesion of a text. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 10. You need to pay attention to punctuation, grammar, spelling because these things are important in the first draft. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 11. Choose the letter that correctly identifies the nature of the transition in each of the following sentences!Some people in New Jersey built their houses very close to the shoreline. Consequently, they have had to spend a lot of money trying to protect their property from the sea. A) Addition. B) Contrast. C) Illustration/Example. D) Cause and effect. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Cause and effect. 12. Choose the paragraph that uses pronouns most coherently: A) I like paragraphs. Writing them can be fun and easy if you know whatprinciples to follow. Paragraphs are essential. B) I like paragraphs. Writing paragraphs can be fun and easy if youknow what principles to follow. They are essential. C) I like paragraphs. Writing paragraphs can be fun and easy if youknow what principles to follow. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) I like paragraphs. Writing paragraphs can be fun and easy if youknow what principles to follow. They are essential. 13. Alright, Ms. Brooks, you successfully picked a username and password, then uploaded your profile photo ..... , your account is now verified. Congratulations! A) Meanwhile. B) Then. C) As a result. D) First of all. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) As a result. 14. Another significant point is that sequencing phrases help in what aspect of writing? A) Focusing on grammar rules. B) Adding complexity to sentences. C) Clarity and coherence in writing. D) Increasing word count. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Clarity and coherence in writing. 15. Why are coherence and cohesion important in speaking? A) They make speech clear and easy to understand. B) They make speech difficult to follow. C) They make sentences longer. D) They help change topics suddenly. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They make speech clear and easy to understand. 16. True or False. Coherence is not a comparable word that can be compared to a theatre term used on stage. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 17. An outline helps you understand how to write. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 18. What is one way to achieve coherence in writing? A) Using unrelated examples. B) Jumping between topics. C) Using transitional words and phrases. D) Writing in passive voice. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Using transitional words and phrases. 19. Even though most Americans are primarily concerned about AIDS as it exists in the U.S., it should be remembered that it is now nearly a worldwide disease. A) Comparison. B) Time. C) Addition. D) Contrast. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Contrast. 20. Good time management is important for success. (A) Students should plan their schedules carefully. (B) This helps them complete tasks on time. (C) It also reduces stress. (D)Sentence:Without a plan, students may feel overwhelmed. A) C. B) D. C) B. D) A. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) B. 21. Which of the following helps in maintaining coherence in a narrative? A) Flashbacks without context. B) Sudden changes in setting. C) Consistent point of view. D) Unrelated anecdotes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Consistent point of view. 22. Which sentence has good coherence and cohesion? A) "School is important. Summer is my favorite season.". B) "My friend is kind. My dog is brown. My shoes are new.". C) "I love watching movies. For example, action movies are exciting.". D) "Movies are fun. I also like cake. The sun is shining.". Show Answer Correct Answer: C) "I love watching movies. For example, action movies are exciting.". 23. Many students prefer studying in groups. (A) They can share ideas with classmates. (B) They can also help each other understand difficult topics. (C) For these reasons, group study is very popular. (D)Sentence:Working together makes learning easier. A) D. B) C. C) A. D) B. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) C. 24. Which linking word shows contrast? A) And. B) Because. C) But. D) First. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) But. 25. Which of following does not help with cohesion? A) Linking words. B) Substitution. C) Contractions. D) Synonyms. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Contractions. 26. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a coherent essay? A) Logical organization. B) Clear transitions. C) Random order of ideas. D) Consistent point of view. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Random order of ideas. 27. ..... , none of his friends ever shared Simon's interest A) Suggest. B) Even. C) Sample. D) Consequently. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Consequently. 28. Which of the following things can you do to create a cohesive sentence? A) Remove repetitious words. B) Add repetitious words. C) Repeat repetitious words. D) Scaffold repetitious words. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Remove repetitious words. 29. Subordinate clause and the main clause are connected by ..... , which also form a connection between them. A) Correlative Conjunction. B) Coordinating Conjunction. C) Subordinating Conjunction. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Subordinating Conjunction. 30. How does coherence affect the reader's understanding? A) It makes the text more difficult to understand. B) It helps the reader follow the writer's train of thought. C) It adds unnecessary details. D) It makes the text longer. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It helps the reader follow the writer's train of thought. 31. Is cohesion more quantitative or qualitative? A) Quantitative. B) Qualitative. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Quantitative. 32. What is a common mistake that can disrupt coherence in writing? A) Introducing unrelated ideas. B) Sticking to the main idea. C) Maintaining a consistent tone. D) Using clear transitions. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Introducing unrelated ideas. 33. Choose the letter that correctly identifies the nature of the transition in each of the following sentences!Residents complain bitterly about potholes in the streets and sloppy trash pick-up, yet these same people resist paying higher taxes for the improvement of these services. A) Contrast. B) Illustration/Example. C) Comparison. D) Time. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Contrast. 34. Choose the letter that correctly identifies the nature of the transition in each of the following sentences!There are ways you can make boring tasks more pleasant. For instance, bring a portable radio and listen to music on the earphones while you work. A) Contrast. B) Comparison. C) Illustration/Example. D) Cause and effect. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Illustration/Example. 35. Which best supports: "Working on group projects helps students develop collaboration and communication skills." A) We all worked quietly on our parts. B) I preferred to work alone because it helped me finish faster. C) Our group solved a conflict by listening and reaching a compromise. D) We met after school in the library to research our own parts. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Our group solved a conflict by listening and reaching a compromise. 36. Fill in the blank:It was ..... from his expression that he was not happy with the decision. A) A) identify. B) B) obvious. C) C) process. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) B) obvious. 37. There are ways you can make boring tasks more pleasant. For instance, bring a portable radio and listen to music on the earphones while you work. A) Contrast. B) Comparison. C) Illustration/example. D) Cause and effect. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Illustration/example. 38. What is the sentence called that starts and explains what a body paragraph will be about? A) Supporting details. B) Thesis. C) Topic sentence. D) Hook. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Topic sentence. 39. Fill in the blank:She tried to ..... the meeting in a professional manner. A) A) conduct. B) B) process. C) C) identify. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A) conduct. 40. Fill in the blank:The manager was praised for his professional ..... during the meeting. A) A) conduct. B) B) conducting. C) C) conducted. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A) conduct. 41. What is the importance of providing supporting details in a paragraph? A) To make the paragraph longer. B) To introduce new topics. C) To ensure that the main idea is well-explained and supported. D) To transition between ideas. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To ensure that the main idea is well-explained and supported. 42. In which option was the connector used inappropriately, harming cohesion? A) I like coffee, however I also like tea. B) I was tired, therefore I went to bed early. C) I was sick, so I worked all day. D) He didn't study, so he got a low grade. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) I was sick, so I worked all day. 43. High cognitive level and ..... , he earned a scholarship to study A) Despite. B) Adjacent to. C) In conclusion. D) Nearby. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In conclusion. 44. Technology plays an important role in education. (A) Students use computers and tablets for learning. (B) Teachers can also use online tools to manage classes. (C) This makes learning more interactive. (D)Sentence:Digital tools allow lessons to be more engaging. A) C. B) B. C) D. D) A. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) C. 45. The reason is that sequencing phrases can improve what in an essay? A) Vocabulary diversity in an essay. B) Clarity and coherence in an essay. C) Persuasiveness and argument strength in an essay. D) Length and complexity in an essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Clarity and coherence in an essay. 46. Choose the letter that correctly identifies the nature of the transition in each of the following sentences!Even though most Americans are primarily concerned about AIDS as it exists in the U.S., it should be remembered that it is now nearly a worldwide disease. A) Time. B) Addition. C) Contrast. D) Comparison. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Contrast. 47. The word cohere means A) To be a free thought. B) To stick to something. C) To not understand. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To stick to something. 48. The citizens strictly follow the community quarantine measures and other health protocols, ..... lessening and decreasing the number of cases in the locality. A) Finally. B) Furthermore. C) Besides. D) Thus. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Thus. 49. My grandfather loves to say, "You're as nervous ..... a long-tailed cat in a roomful of rocking chairs." A) After. B) As. C) As a result. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) As a result. 50. How do sequencing phrases affect the flow of a narrative? A) Sequencing phrases have no impact on narrative structure. B) Sequencing phrases confuse the reader by mixing up events. C) Sequencing phrases only serve to lengthen the narrative without purpose. D) Sequencing phrases improve narrative flow by clarifying the order of events and enhancing coherence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sequencing phrases improve narrative flow by clarifying the order of events and enhancing coherence. 51. Based on the cohesive device in parentheses, choose the correct wordto complete each sentence. Humanoid versions of AI, such as ..... (synonym) are also generally neutral. A) Programmers. B) Robots. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Robots. 52. Why is it important to revise for clarity and coherence? A) To make the text longer. B) To ensure the message is clear and logical. C) To add more complex words. D) To confuse the reader. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To ensure the message is clear and logical. 53. Cohesion means a written text is lexically and grammatically connected. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 54. Stress is one of the primary causes of sickness. However, / Because, people have the choice to manage it no matter what. A) However. B) Because. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) However. 55. Expenses prevent some students from returning to education ..... reason is family commitments. A) Also. B) So. C) Another. D) But. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Another. 56. Identify the issue: "Science teaches observation. I enjoy drawing science items, like beakers, during my free time." A) It lacks sentence variety. B) It repeats the same topic too often. C) It lacks unity by mixing unrelated ideas. D) It includes too many transitions. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It lacks unity by mixing unrelated ideas. 57. Identify the sentence that demonstrates coherence within a paragraph. A) She likes pizza. The car is fast. B) She likes pizza. She also enjoys swimming. C) She likes pizza because it reminds her of family gatherings. D) She likes pizza. The sky is blue. Dogs bark. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) She likes pizza because it reminds her of family gatherings. 58. What's the subordinating conjunction:As I grow up I learned to be silent because not everything is worth to explain. A) As. B) Because. C) I. D) Not. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Because. 59. Choose the letter that correctly identifies the nature of the transition in each of the following sentences!A water main downtown broke this morning, so several businesses had no water for hours. A) Addition. B) Time. C) Comparison. D) Cause and effect. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Cause and effect. 60. Online shopping is very popular today. (A) People can buy products without leaving their homes. (B) However, some customers worry about product quality. (C) Therefore, reading reviews is important. (D)Sentence:This saves both time and energy. A) D. B) C. C) B. D) A. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) B. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesCoherence Quiz 1Coherence Quiz 2Coherence Quiz 3Coherence Quiz 4Coherence Quiz 5Coherence Quiz 7Coherence Quiz 8Cohesion And Coherence Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books