Grammar English

Charting your course a 5 question voyage through textual positioning

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1. In my opinion, ____ a compelling argument.

A. this is

B. this constitutes

C. it is

The phrase 'In my opinion' clearly signals the writer's personal perspective.. Other options may be grammatically correct but less direct in expressing a viewpoint.

2. Which sentence most effectively shows the writer's agreement with a previous statement?

A. I think that's a good point.

B. That's incorrect.

C. I completely concur.

D. I'm not sure about that.

'I completely concur' directly and strongly expresses agreement.. Other options express different levels of agreement or disagreement.

3. However, ____ the evidence suggests otherwise.

A. contrary to this

B. despite this

C. nevertheless

'Nevertheless' effectively introduces a contrasting viewpoint.. Other options are suitable but 'nevertheless' provides a smoother transition.

4. To summarize, ____ the research supports the initial hypothesis.

A. in conclusion

B. briefly

C. in short

'In conclusion' is a formal and effective way to summarize findings.. Other options are acceptable, but 'in conclusion' is more suitable for formal writing.

5. Which sentence best expresses strong disagreement?

A. I disagree.

B. I'm not convinced.

C. I strongly refute this claim.

D. I have some doubts.

'I strongly refute this claim' is the most forceful expression of disagreement.. Other options express milder forms of disagreement.

Topics:

Present tenses

Past tenses 1

Present perfect

Present tenses 2

Future 1

Future 2

Countable and uncountable nouns

Referring to nouns

Pronouns and referencing

Adjectives and adverbs

Comparing things

The noun pharse

Modals 1

Modals 2

Reported speech

Verb + verb patterns

Likelihood based on conditions 1

Likelihood based on conditions 2

Presositions

Relative clauses

Ways of organising texts

The passive

Linking ideas

Showing your position in a text

Nominalisation in written English

Charting your course a 5 question voyage through textual positioning

You can do this test before using the book to help you choose what to study. Choose the correct answer, A, B or C, for each question. When you have finished, check your answers by clicking "Check Answers" button. The key tells you which units are most important for you.

Topics:

You can do this test before using the book to help you choose what to
study. Choose the correct answer, A, B or C, for each question. When
you have finished, check your answers by clicking "Check Answers"
button. The key tells you which units are most important for you.