The MLA style of citation is governed by which of the following organizations? A. Modern Language of America B. Modern Linguistic Association C. Modern Language Affiliates D. Modern Language Association Answer :  D. Modern Language Association

A fully charged capacitor is in a circuit with a resistor and an initially open switch. What happens to the charge on the capacitor immediately after the switch is thrown? A. The electrons on the negative plate of the capacitor are held inside the capacitor by the positive charge on the other plate. B. Only […]

Which one of the following choices is the closest in size to one serving of meat? A. A deck of cards B. A coffee mug C. A baseball D. An open palm Answer   A. A deck of cards

When characters say something that’s the opposite of what they mean, they’re using A. sarcasm. B. irony. C. symbolism. D. conflict. Answer : B. irony

9. Which statement is most accurate regarding the speaking-writing connection? A. To own a word, speak it. B. The words used by writers are not normally used in speaking. C. To own a word, write it over and over again. D. Written words seldom reflect the words people use when they speak Answer  : C. […]

Scanning means that the reader A. searches for the most important details. B. reads every single word of the article. C. focuses on the text’s conclusion. D. looks for words to catch his or her attention. Answer :  A. searches for the most important details.

Which sentence describes a legislative referendum? A) Voters approve a measure that is nonbinding and can be ignored. B) Voters approve or reject a proposal without the legislature. C) Voters sign a petition to gather support for an issue. D) A legislature passes a bill that must be approved by voters. Answer : C) Voters […]

Which one of the following substances is a liquid fuel used in rocket engines? a. Potassium perchlorate b. Liquid oxygen c. Ammonia d. Codium nitrate Answer : b. Liquid oxygen

Which of the following statements best describes chemical weathering? A. It’s the type of weathering in which rocks and minerals break down into smaller pieces. B. It always results in dome-shaped formations. C. It’s the process by which rocks and minerals undergo changes in their composition. D. It happens only in cool environments. Answer : […]