Starter quiz

  • The word smog is an example of ...
    • blending.  ✓
    • compounds.
    • affixation.
  • The word 'cupcake' is made up by combining the entire word 'cup' and the entire word 'cake'. As such, what is this an example of?
    • 'word compound' ✓
  • When introducing ideas to back up my argument in a speech, I should do this...
    • logically.  ✓
    • quickly.
    • powerfully.
    • repetitively.
  • What would be an appropriate discourse marker to use when introducing evidence in a speech?
    • For example,  ✓
    • Clearly,
    • Initially,
    • To begin with,
  • What is the definition of pace? Here it is used in a sentence: 'The student varied their pace throughout the speech to vary the emphasis'.
    • the speed with which ideas are presented and developed  ✓
    • the power with which ideas are presented and developed
    • the style with which ideas are presented and developed
    • the volume with which ideas are presented and developed
  • What is the definition of the word 'viewpoint'? Here it is used in a sentence: 'Her viewpoint was a unique one.'
    • refers to a person’s point of view on a particular issue  ✓
    • refers to a person’s emotional response to a particular issue
    • refers to a person’s knowledge on a particular issue
    • refers to a person's awareness of a particular issue
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