第一章 单元测试

1、单选题：
Which of the following is NOT the feature of academic English mentioned in this chapter? （ ）
选项：
A:Complex
B:Explicit
C:Cautious
D:Insightful
答案: 【Insightful】

2、单选题：
Which of the following is NOT the approach to achieving the effect of formality in academic English? （ ）
选项：
A:Less use of nouns than verbs and adjectives
B:Less use of interrogative sentences
C:More use of euphemisms and less use of taboos
D:Less use of contracted forms of verbs
答案: 【Less use of nouns than verbs and adjectives】

3、多选题：
Which two of the following sentences are MORE academic than the other two in terms of complexity or objectivity? （ ）
选项：
A:Most (83%) abortions at Louisiana clinics were for Louisiana residents, with the remainder largely traveling from neighboring states.
B:We often use percentage of reporting to child welfare centers as a mark to tell if there are many children that are maltreated in an area.
C:Most (83%) abortions at Louisiana clinics were for Louisiana residents. The remainder largely travels from neighboring states.
D:Rates of reporting to child welfare services are often used as an indicator of the level of risk of CM in a given area.
答案: 【Most (83%) abortions at Louisiana clinics were for Louisiana residents, with the remainder largely traveling from neighboring states.;
Rates of reporting to child welfare services are often used as an indicator of the level of risk of CM in a given area.】

4、单选题：
Which of the following sentence contains the FALSE use of signal words? （ ）
选项：
A:A number of people, women in particular, steer clear of these sensitive issues.
B:Whereas human beings are able to see more bright colors during the day, cats have the advantage when it comes to night vision.
C:At Clinic
D:Despite the apparent remoteness, there is plastic debris entrained in the sea ice in the Arctic that is expected to be released into the sea as the ice melts.
E:the total number of abortions increased 17% compared to the prior year. Whereas at Clinic B and
F:the number of abortions decreased 44% and 41%, respectively.
答案: 【At Clinic】

5、单选题：
Which of the following statements is NOT as cautious as the other three? （ ）
选项：
A:Initial observations suggest that there may be a link between the birth order and children’s personality.
B:A likely explanation is that these frequent storms are a result of climate change.
C:Severe weather will become more common in the future.
D:The majority of citizens in the 60-70 age group are likely to have received only a Chinese-medium primary education.
答案: 【Severe weather will become more common in the future.】

6、单选题：
Which of the following best illustrates the use of a provocative question as a hook? （ ）
选项：
A:What would you do if you only had 24 hours to save the planet?
B:As I walked into the lecture hall, I could feel the tension in the air.
C:Research shows that over 50% of students struggle with stress.
D:As Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon.”
答案: 【What would you do if you only had 24 hours to save the planet?】

7、多选题：
Why might a writer choose an amusing fact as a hook? (Select all that apply.) （ ）
选项：
A:To appeal to the reader’s curiosity or sense of humor.
B:To summarize the essay's argument.
C:To establish credibility.
D:To make the introduction memorable.
答案: 【To appeal to the reader’s curiosity or sense of humor.;
To make the introduction memorable.】

8、判断题：
A provocative question as a hook should always include a clear answer in the introductory paragraph.（ ）
选项：
A:错
B:对
答案: 【错】

9、单选题：
Which of the following is an example of using a broad statement as a general statement? （ ）
选项：
A:Digital technology is transforming education, offering new ways to learn and collaborate.
B:As Bill Gates once said, “Technology is just a tool.”
C:Mental health refers to emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
D:Did you know that 70% of college students experience stress regularly?
答案: 【Digital technology is transforming education, offering new ways to learn and collaborate.】

10、多选题：
What are the benefits of defining key terms in an introduction? ( Select all that apply.) （ ）
选项：
A:It provides clarity about the topic.
B:It prepares readers to engage with the essay.
C:It immediately presents counterarguments.
D:It avoids confusion among readers.
答案: 【It provides clarity about the topic.;
It prepares readers to engage with the essay.;
It avoids confusion among readers.】

11、判断题：
A funnel introduction is defined by its ability to immediately present specific arguments without context. （ ）
选项：
A:对
B:错
答案: 【错】

12、单选题：
What is the primary purpose of supporting sentences in a body paragraph? （ ）
选项：
A:To provide evidence and details that clarify the topic sentence.
B:To summarize the paragraph’s conclusion.
C:To introduce the essay’s main argument.
D:To transition to the next paragraph.
答案: 【To provide evidence and details that clarify the topic sentence.】

13、单选题：
What is one advantage of using examples as supporting sentences? （ ）
选项：
A:Examples repeat the topic sentence to reinforce its importance.
B:Examples provide abstract ideas for readers to ponder.
C:Examples allow writers to avoid research or factual evidence.
D:Examples offer concrete illustrations that make abstract ideas relatable.
答案: 【Examples offer concrete illustrations that make abstract ideas relatable.】

14、判断题：
A body paragraph can be considered well-developed even if it lacks specific supporting sentences. （ ）
选项：
A:对
B:错
答案: 【错】

15、单选题：
What is the difference between coherence and cohesion? （ ）
选项：
A:Coherence is about the grammatical structure, while cohesion is about the semantic connections.
B:Coherence is about explicit connections, while cohesion is about implicit understanding.
C:Both are the same and refer to the logical flow of ideas.
D:Coherence is about implicit understanding, while cohesion is about explicit connections.
答案: 【Coherence is about implicit understanding, while cohesion is about explicit connections.】

16、多选题：
Which of the following are examples of cohesive devices? (Choose all that apply.) （ ）
选项：
A:Metaphors
B:Ellipsis
C:Pronoun usage
D:Conjunctions
答案: 【Ellipsis;
Pronoun usage;
Conjunctions】

17、判断题：
Coherence is about the explicit connections within a text. （ ）
选项：
A:对
B:错
答案: 【错】

18、单选题：
Which of the following sentences lacks clarity? （ ）
选项：
A:People should do things to succeed in life.
B:Regular exercise helps improve physical fitness.
C:Eating a balanced diet contributes to overall health.
D:Students need to develop strong time management skills to excel.
答案: 【People should do things to succeed in life.】

19、多选题：
Which methods can help improve unity in a paragraph? （ ）
选项：
A:Organizing ideas logically and cohesively.
B:Adding unrelated details to enrich the paragraph.
C:Ensuring all sentences relate to the main idea.
D:Avoiding unnecessary repetition.
答案: 【Organizing ideas logically and cohesively.;
Ensuring all sentences relate to the main idea.;
Avoiding unnecessary repetition.】

20、判断题：
Conciseness means removing all details and focusing only on the main idea. （ ）
选项：
A:错
B:对
答案: 【错】

21、单选题：
Which of the following sentences is a complete, concrete sentence? （ ）
选项：
A:Because it was raining.
B:Running to the store.
C:The professor, an expert in his field.
D:The students studied for their exams.
答案: 【The students studied for their exams.】

22、多选题：
What are characteristics of effective sentences? (Select all that apply.) （ ）
选项：
A:Logical structure
B:Complexity with long, elaborate phrases
C:Clarity
D:Conciseness
答案: 【Logical structure;
Clarity;
Conciseness】

23、判断题：
Dangling modifiers can confuse readers about what the sentence is describing. （ ）
选项：
A:错
B:对
答案: 【对】

第二章 单元测试

1、单选题：
What is NOT a key characteristic of an effective summary? （ ）
选项：
A:Focusing on the most important information
B:Presenting information logically
C:Remaining neutral and unbiased
D:Including all details from the original text for completeness
答案: 【Including all details from the original text for completeness】

2、单选题：
Read the passage below and select the best summary of it from the four choices. （ ）Passage:"School bullying is a pervasive and damaging issue that affects students of all ages and backgrounds. It can take various forms, including physical aggression, verbal harassment, social exclusion, and cyberbullying. Victims of bullying often experience negative consequences such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and even suicidal thoughts. The impact of bullying is not limited to the victims; it also affects the perpetrators, who may develop aggressive behaviors and struggle with empathy, as well as bystanders, who may feel helpless or guilty for not intervening. Addressing school bullying requires a multifaceted approach involving educators, parents, students, and the wider community. Implementing anti-bullying policies, fostering a supportive school environment, and promoting empathy and respect among students are crucial steps in preventing and mitigating the harmful effects of bullying."
选项：
A:The effects of bullying extend beyond just the victims; it also influences the bullies, who might adopt violent tendencies and have difficulty empathizing with others, and it impacts bystanders, who can experience feelings of powerlessness or remorse for failing to step in.
B:School bullying is a serious problem that only affects the victims, causing them to feel sad and anxious. Teachers and parents should try to stop it by punishing the bullies.
C:School bullying is a pervasive and damaging issue that affects students of all ages and backgrounds. The impact of bullying is not limited to the victims; it also affects the perpetrators. Addressing school bullying requires a multifaceted approach involving educators, parents, students, and the wider community.
D:Bullying in schools is a widespread issue that harms students through various forms like physical, verbal, and cyberbullying. It negatively impacts victims' mental health, as well as the bullies' and bystanders' behavior. A comprehensive approach involving educators, parents, and students is needed to address it through policies, support, and promoting empathy.
答案: 【Bullying in schools is a widespread issue that harms students through various forms like physical, verbal, and cyberbullying. It negatively impacts victims' mental health, as well as the bullies' and bystanders' behavior. A comprehensive approach involving educators, parents, and students is needed to address it through policies, support, and promoting empathy.】

3、多选题：
Which of the following techniques can be used to paraphrase a sentence effectively? （ ）
选项：
A:Using the same sentence structure but with different punctuation
B:Changing word class, such as converting a verb to a noun
C:Changing the sentence structure, such as altering the order of information
D:Changing vocabulary by using synonyms
答案: 【Changing word class, such as converting a verb to a noun;
Changing the sentence structure, such as altering the order of information;
Changing vocabulary by using synonyms】

4、单选题：
There are two common cause and effect patterns of organization: block organization and chain organization. Which of the following statements is the right description on the block organization? （ ）
选项：
A:One cause leads to an effect, which is the cause of the next effect.
B:It can be used to write about the causes of a particular phenomenon in nature such as a geomagnetic storm.
C:The causes and effects are too closely linked to be separated.
D:It can be applied to write about complex topics such as volunteering or homelessness.
答案: 【It can be applied to write about complex topics such as volunteering or homelessness.】

5、单选题：
The main task of causal essay is getting down to an assumable agency that readers will accept. In an essay exploring the opinion that watching violent movies contributes to the violent behavior in children, what is identified as the assumed agency? （ ）
选项：
A:Human instinct.
B:Parental supervision.
C:Education.
D:Imitation.
答案: 【Imitation.】