Based on the context, what is the meaning of the word concise in the following sentence?
Her writing was so concise that she could tell in two sentences what others needed two paragraphs to say.
1. long-winded and detailed
2. full of errors
3. open to interpretation
4. brief but informative
4. brief but informative
What is one way that authors can come up with ideas for providing context for their readers?
1. brainstorming
2. editing
3. writing a draft
4. making an outline
1. brainstorming
One of the dictionary definitions for the word exaggerate is to make an overstatement. What would the connotation be if someone warned a friend about Roger because he exaggerates?
1. Roger minimizes what he says.
2. Roger is someone you can rely on.
3. Roger is a person who tells lies.
4. Roger is trustworthy.
3. Roger is a person who tells lies.
Which transition word best fits the blank in the following sentences?
Kathy volunteered to cook our lunch on the grill. _________, we played a game of volleyball in the backyard.
1. Next month
2. Beyond
3. Finally
4. Meanwhile
4. Meanwhile
Which word could you use to replace the underlined word below that would be more precise but have the same meaning?
The long system of forest trails were lined with flowering bushes.
1. distant
2. extensive
3. miniature
4. narrow