This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Cohesion And Coherence – Quiz 4 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Cohesion And Coherence Quiz 4 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What are two ways to make sure your paper structure is not choppy? A) Using synonyms, and semicolons. B) Using the oxford comma and proper tenses. C) Using proper grammar and changing the lengths of sentences. D) Making sure all the sentences are identical and using a lot of commas. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Using proper grammar and changing the lengths of sentences. 2. Many studies highlight the advantages of using technology in language learning. Which sentence shows a good contrast? A) However, some teachers still prefer traditional classroom methods. B) In addition, technology can be useful for students. C) Therefore, students should use it. D) Moreover, it helps improve motivation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) However, some teachers still prefer traditional classroom methods. 3. Ellipsis is best defined as what? A) Omitting words because meaning is clear. B) Replacing words with pronouns. C) Placing information at sentence end. D) Using equivalent words for cohesion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Omitting words because meaning is clear. 4. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to have a coherent story.a. He brushed his teeth and washed his face.b. Leo woke up early in the morning.c. He ate his breakfast before going to school.d. He got dressed and prepared his bag. A) BACD. B) CDAB. C) ABCD. D) DACB. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) BACD. 5. After reading a chapter using the SQ3R method, which of the following actions best fits the 'Recite' stage? A) Summarizing the entire chapter by rereading all your notes. B) Glancing at the headings to get the main idea. C) Answering your pre-reading questions out loud or in writing without looking at the text. D) Highlighting all the key terms and definitions in the text. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Answering your pre-reading questions out loud or in writing without looking at the text. 6. The use of 'first, ' 'secondly, ' and 'in conclusion' in an essay are examples of which type of cohesive device? A) Reference. B) Conjunction. C) Ellipsis. D) Lexical Cohesion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Conjunction. 7. The results revealed that social media had a strong influence on students' writing habits. Best continuation: A) This digital platform encouraged them to write more frequently and creatively. B) Many students also like music and movies. C) Teachers should be strict about assignments. D) Writing habits are very important. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) This digital platform encouraged them to write more frequently and creatively. 8. A. The class planned a surprise for their teacher's birthday.b. They decorated the classroom with balloons and posters.c. The teacher walked in and was very surprised.d. Everyone sang a birthday song together. A) DCAB. B) ADBC. C) ABCD. D) BADC. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) ABCD. 9. Which of the following is an example of a transition word or phrase that helps create cohesion? A) "For example". B) "However". C) "In addition". D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 10. According to Style:Lessons in Clarity and Grace, what helps create coherence in a passage? A) Using long and complex sentences. B) Adding more descriptive adjectives and details. C) Beginning sentences with consistent ideas or topics. D) Avoiding repetition of key concepts. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Beginning sentences with consistent ideas or topics. 11. The fire started at the weekend ..... the office was empty, no one was hurt. A) Owing to. B) Since. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Since. 12. Rising wages are possibly one of the primary causes of inflation; ..... more evidence is needed to support this claim. A) However,. B) Therefore,. C) For example,. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) However,. 13. In what ways can coherence be achieved in writing? A) Use clear topic sentences, logical organization, effective transitions, consistent tone, and relevance to the main thesis. B) Write in a random order without structure. C) Ignore the main thesis entirely. D) Use complex jargon and technical terms. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Use clear topic sentences, logical organization, effective transitions, consistent tone, and relevance to the main thesis. 14. What is the most effective technique to use if you need to quickly locate a specific date in a dense historical document? A) Scanning. B) Questioning. C) Note taking. D) Skimming. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Scanning. 15. Which term refers to the structural requirement that words, phrases, or clauses in a series must have the same grammatical form? A) Cohesion. B) Parallelism. C) Coherence. D) Ellipsis. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Parallelism. 16. Front focus involves which placement of information? A) Information at sentence start for emphasis. B) Key information at sentence end. C) Splitting a sentence to highlight detail. D) Omitting understood words. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Information at sentence start for emphasis. 17. Which set of cohesive devices focuses on connecting ideas through the repetition of words, the use of synonyms, or the use of general words (like 'stuff' or 'people') that relate to a previous term? A) Ellipsis. B) Cohesion. C) Reference. D) Conjunction. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Cohesion. 18. We stayed inside ..... it was too hot outside. A) Because. B) Such as. C) Since. D) Despite. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Because. 19. Which of the following is defined by its inherent reliance on sociocultural context, including the purpose of communication and the relationship between participants? A) Cohesion. B) Parallelism. C) Text. D) Discourse. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Discourse. 20. Imagine the previous sentence was: "Scientists are fascinated by the immense gravitational pull of black holes."Which follow-up sentence creates the BEST cohesion? A) The collapse of a dead star into a tiny point creates these cosmic phenomena. B) These cosmic phenomena are created by the collapse of a dead star into a tiny point. C) A marble is much smaller than the star that collapsed. D) Their power is undeniable and fascinating to many. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) These cosmic phenomena are created by the collapse of a dead star into a tiny point. 21. Which of the following best exemplifies Discourse (language as a process) rather than Text (language as a product)? A) A fixed grammatical sentence. B) An informal conversation between two friends. C) The transcript of a political speech. D) A printed novel. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) An informal conversation between two friends. 22. Which sentence most strengthens coherence in an essay? A) Organize ideas by problem-solution. B) Mix register without purpose. C) Insert random deictic references. D) Repeat key words excessively. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Organize ideas by problem-solution. 23. Which of these elements contributes to consistency in diction? A) Using slang or colloquialisms in a formal letter. B) Maintaining a consistent level of formality throughout the letter. C) Using a variety of synonyms to avoid repetition. D) Using formal language in a casual letter. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Maintaining a consistent level of formality throughout the letter. 24. The road was closed, ..... we took another way home. A) And. B) Since. C) Therefore. D) Next. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Therefore. 25. Mark likes pizza ..... pasta. A) Finally. B) However. C) Therefore. D) And. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) And. 26. What is the main purpose of formative assessment in this lesson? A) To evaluate students' understanding of the concepts. B) To provide feedback to students and guide their learning. C) To assign a grade to students' work. D) To prepare students for a summative assessment. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To provide feedback to students and guide their learning. 27. What is the main purpose of using active voice in writing? A) To emphasize the object of the action. B) To create a more formal tone. C) To add clarity and make the sentence more direct. D) To make the sentence longer. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To add clarity and make the sentence more direct. 28. Which statement is TRUE about cohesion and coherence? A) They mean exactly the same thing. B) Cohesion is more important than coherence. C) Coherence focuses only on grammar. D) A text can be cohesive but not coherent. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A text can be cohesive but not coherent. 29. Which task is best accomplished by using a scanning technique? A) Gaining a general idea of a research proposal's abstract. B) Determining the main argument of a political speech transcript. C) Finding the specific percentage of carbon emissions mentioned on page 50 of a report. D) Critically evaluating the author's tone and bias in an editorial. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Finding the specific percentage of carbon emissions mentioned on page 50 of a report. 30. . There were a large number of people who opposed Heathrow's expansion plans, who were ..... ignored in the final consultation. A) In conclusion,. B) For example,. C) Nevertheless,. D) None of the above. 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