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ACTIVITY 8 Review Quiz

Multiple Choice Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1. Birds are endotherms, which means they are animals that have a stable body temperature.
a. a b. an c. (no article) d. the

2. In literature, main character usually struggles with an inner conflict, such as fear of change.

a. a b. an c. (no article) d. the

3. Becoming a registered nurse (RN) requires Associate of Science degree in Nursing, which may
take from two to three years to obtain.
a. a b. an c. (no article) d. the

4. The Internet is a good resource for tips on how to market a product to potential customers.

a. a b. an c. (no article) d. the

5. Students should consider taking a physical education course in college because of health
benefits it provides.
a. a b. an c. (no article) d. the

Error Correction One of the five underlined words or phrases is not correct. Find the
error and correct it. Be prepared to explain your answer.

6. Recent studies show a growing demand for retirement communities that offer

residents safe and comfortable living space, the access to medical care, and

a full calendar of social activities.

7. When writing academic essays, writers should avoid making hasty generalizations

and exaggerated claims in order to avoid offending an audience they are trying to

reach.

8. People who buy the bottled water often think they are helping the environment

when, in fact, they are contributing to pollution by using plastic bottles.

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