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Cohesion and Coherence

Quiz by Marlsa Irwin

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  • Q1
    What is the purpose of cohesion in a text?
    To expand on a single idea indefinitely.
    To link sentences and paragraphs together smoothly.
    To include numerous unrelated topics.
    To use transitional phrases exclusively.
    30s
  • Q2

    Repetition of key terms or essential ideas is vital in achieving cohesion but what should you avoid to repeat?

    Same ideas presented in synonymous words

    Same father, different mother 

    Same ideas, same terms

    Same ideas, different terms

    30s
  • Q3

    We expected him to admit that he stole the money at the library, __________ he did not.

    although

    but

    and

    so

    30s
  • Q4

    How many types of cohesion?

    five

    three

    six

    four

    30s
  • Q5

    Which sentence has Repetition?

    The problem with contemporary art is that it is not easily understood by most people. Contemporary art is deliberately abstract, and that means it leaves the viewer wondering what she is looking at.

    When scientific experiments do not work out as expected, they are often considered failures until some other scientist tries them again. Those that work out better the second time around are the ones that promise the most rewards.

    30s
  • Q6

     Is there going to be an earthquake? It says _______.

    so

    but

    also

    although

    30s
  • Q7

    What type of cohesion sentence that uses vocabulary choices (like synonyms, repetition, or related words) to link ideas?

    Ellipsis

    Reference

    Subtitution

    Lexical

    30s
  • Q8
    What is the purpose of references in a cohesive text?

    To refer to something mentioned earlier

    To confuse the reader with complex ideas
    To make the text appear longer
    To introduce new concepts randomly
    30s
  • Q9

    Which one that makes a paragraph supports the main topic or purpose and avoiding unrelated information from the Four Principles of Achieving Coherence?

    Clear Topic Sentence

    Consistent Tone and Style

    Relevance and Unity

    Logical Order

    30s
  • Q10

    Pandas are my favorite animal because they like

    to eat all day. __________, pandas love to play and roll around.

    But

    For example

    Also

    so

    30s
  • Q11

    Coherence means...

    Sentence work together to support

    Makes your ideas flow in a logical order

    Makes a pray to Agus

    Quality of well written paragraph

    30s
  • Q12
    What is commonly happen in a lack of coherence in written?
    Confusion for the reader
    Increased word count
    Enhanced creativity
    Improved engagement
    30s
  • Q13
    Which principle is essential for achieving coherence chronogically?
    Multiple storylines that don't connect.
    Characters introduced without context.
    A logical order that helps the reader follow the time sequence of events.
    A mix of time periods presented randomly.
    30s
  • Q14
    Which of the following sentences is an example of coherence in writing?
    I love to swim in the ocean. The car broke down yesterday.
    The sun set behind the mountains, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink, as the evening breeze whispered through the trees.
    The cat jumped off the couch. My favorite book is on the shelf.
    Despite the rain, we decided to go for a walk, the restaurant was closed.
    30s
  • Q15

    What are those Principles of Achieving Coherence?

    Logical Thinking, Relevance and Unity, Clear Topic Sentence, Control of Emotion

    Logical Order, Unity in Diversity, Clear Topic Sentence, Consistent Tone and Style

    Logical Order, Relevance and Unity, Unclear Topic Sentence, Consistent Intentions

    Logical Order, Relevance and Unity, Clear Topic Sentence, Consistent Tone and Style

    30s

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