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Praxis Writing Pre Test

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(1) Social media outlets have become a venue through which marketers can reach new consumers and share company goings-on to loyal consumers. (2) Pop-up ads are all the rage with business who deploy marketing campaigns through ads based on people's preferences and searches. (3) These ads can lure new consumers to a company's website. (4) The more people going to a business's website, the better it is for the business. (5) People committed to searching through the website may also be committed to finding a good or several goods they would like to purchase. (6) While social media has been a proven marketing outlet, marketers also use technological design tools to lure in consumers.


(7) Such tools allow for designers to improve imaging quality, making images more appealing. (8) Colors can be enhanced and product images can be perfected. (9) Aside from this, designers working with marketers can ensure that the placement of text and images within an ad are done so as to be aesthetically pleasing. (10) When consumers happen upon an image that is aesthetically pleasing, they may take more time, even if mere seconds, to look at the image. (11) The more they look at the image, the more likely they are to remember it. (12) This, in turn, may help them to also remember the product name or company that produces the product. (13) Ultimately, design tools are not just for artists; marketers use such tools to ensure that the message being conveyed is not only clear but appealing.
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1.Which of the following would be an appropriate thesis statement for the two body paragraphs?

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An important component of many writing prompts is whether or not a test taker can bring together ideas and evidence from multiple sources into a single, well-organized piece of writing. Which of the following action verbs conveys that a writing prompt will be assessing this skill?

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A key way to create an essay appropriate for a certain audience is to

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Read the sentence that follows and then consider which of the following choices accurately identifies the subject of the sentence.

While (A) baking a cake, the (B) experimental (C) chef decided to add some (D) spices into the (E) mix.

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To make the following sentence better, which revision will NOT work?
''Pat was swarmed by the crowd at the bus station, but it held his luggage tightly.''

The following four questions are about the following passage:

Directions: The questions in this passage are focusing on whether or not the correct words are used in a sentence. The sentence the question is about is numbered, and the word that is discussed is italicized. You will find four options to choose from. The word originally used in the sentence will be one of them. If you think the original sentence is correct as it is, you can select that option.

How exciting! (1) I have decided to go traveling in Thailand! Now, when you fly to Bangkok for the first time, there are a few things to keep in mind: visas, accommodation, and transport. Firstly, before you fly out, decide which kind of visa you need. Depending on your passport, you can get a visa upon arrival in Bangkok, but think about whether or not this visa fits your needs. Are you traveling for a longer period of time, or do you plan to find a job? In those cases, you might need a tourist or working visa. Secondly, think about your accommodations. (2) Bangkok has plenty of greatest accommodations to choose from, ranging from five-star hotels to budget hostels. If you are a solo backpacker on a budget, a hostel might be a great way to meet new people. Be sure you keep your needs in mind. Do you want a party hostel or a more laidback vibe? (3) You can to check out the hostels online to make sure the price is in your budget and the vibe is one you are looking for. Lastly, when you arrive at one of Bangkok's airports, you'll need transport to your accommodations. Luxury hotels will arrange a pick-up from the airport for you, (4) but you might need to arrange something myself if you stay at a hostel. (5) Taking a bus is the cheapest option, but keep in mind he will take you to a bus station and not to your hostel. A more expensive but more practical option is taking a taxi, but don't forget to negotiate the price in advance!
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Which of the following words should be used in context in the italicized part of Sentence 1 (reproduced below)?

I have decided to go traveling in Thailand!

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Which of the following options should be used in Sentence 2 (reproduced below)?

Bangkok has plenty of greatest accommodations to choose from...

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Which of the following forms of the verb "to check" should be used in the sentence reproduced below?

You can to check out the hostels online to make sure the price is in your budget...

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Which of the following options should be used in Sentence 4 (reproduced below)?

...but you might need to arrange something ____________ if you stay at a hostel.

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A definition essay explains the details of a topic or concept. What type of essay is a definition essay?

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A table of contents is an example of a(n)

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Textual evidence can be provided within a formal essay in the form of direct quotes, summary, or _____.

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All of the following are types of appeals that should appear in an argumentative or persuasive essay, except: