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Types of Tests, p. 49

Combine the sentences below into one paragraph consisting of l l sentences.

1. Throughout the world, students take tests.
However, these tests can be very different.
 
2. On standardized tests, test-takers fill in an answer sheet.
Test scorers mark the test with an answer key.
The key has right answers.
 
3. For example, the TOEFL is a standardized test.
It measures English language proficiency.
It is given to non-native speakers of English.
 
4. In addition, many high school students take the SAT (Scholastic AptitudeTest).
These students want to enter college in the United States.
College students take the GRE (Graduate Record Exam).
These students want to enter graduate programs in the United States.
 
5. Another type of standardized test is used.
It is often used before students begin studying.
It is a placement test.
 
6. At many colleges and universities, students must take English placement tests.
One form is given to native English speakers.
Another form is given to non-native English speakers.
 
7. In general, entrance and placement tests determine a student's general level of ability.
It is difficult to study for these tests.
 
8. Achievement tests, on the other hand, require study.
They often determine specific course grades.
 
9. Objective tests require specific knowledge.
They may include filling in blanks.
They may include marking items true or false.
They may include choosing from several choices.
They may include giving short answers.
 
10. The subjective test requires a written response.
The response is often in the form of a paragraph.
 
11. Students take many entrance tests.
Students take many placement tests.
Students take many achievement tests.
Students need to understand their differences in form and purpose.

Classroom Behavior, p. 51

Combine the sentences below into one paragraph consisting of 11 sentences.

1. The university system is based on class attendance.
The system is American.
Most professors expect students to attend all classes.
Most expect students to participate in class.
 
2. The first day of class is important.
Professors usually begin with an overview.
The overview is of the work.
The work is of the term.
They will probably hand out a class outline.
They will probably explain the course requirements.
 
3. Some students are absent the first day.
They may never understand the professor's expectations.
They may never understand the requirements of a course.
 
4. These absent students may not know many things.
They are expected to attend all classes.
They are expected to make up all assignments.
 
5. Coming to class on time is also expected.
Professors may change assignments at the beginning of class.
Professors often answer questions at the beginning of class.
 
6. Students may not realize many things.
Professors notice late students.
Professors may interpret lateness as a lack of interest.
 
7. Being prepared for class is also important.
Some students do not bring paper or pens to class.
Some students do not bang their textbooks to class.
 
8. These are usually the same students.
The students have not done their homework.
 
9. Professors also expect students to do homework.
The homework may take two or three hours a night.
The homework is for each class.
 
10. ln addition, university professors are displeased.
Students whisper to each other during class.
Students get up to sharpen a pencil during class.
Students walk out of the classroom during class.
 
11. Attending all classes is expected.
Doing the assignments is expected.
Behaving appropriately in class is expected.
These reveal a student's interest and maturity.

A Study Plan, p. 55

Combine the sentences below into one paragraph consisting of 8 sentences.

1. A weekly study plan can organize a student's time.
The study plan should include time for class.
The study plan should include time for study.
The study plan should include time for review.
The study plan should include time for work.
The study plan should include time for recreation.
 
2. A regular study place is important.
It can help a student's concentration.
It should be a place with good lighting.
It should be a place with few distractions.
 
3. Each study session should be approximately one hour.
A break should follow each study session.
The break should be about 10 minutes.
 
4. Daily studying should include reading new material.
Daily studying should include a brief review.
The review should include lecture notes.
The review should include reading notes.
 
5. Students might spend additional time.
The time is in preparing for quizzes and exams.
 
6. Students often spend 30 minutes reviewing for a quiz.
Students often spend four to five hours reviewing for a midterm exam.
Students often spend six to ten hours reviewing for a final exam.
 
7. The review should be systematic.
The review should be complete.
The review should be organized.
 
8. A study plan should be flexible.
A study plan should include time for new material.
A study plan should include time to review.

When you are finished, compare your sentence combination to the models in the Answer Keys below.

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