ESLA 1500 Study Guide - Final Guide: Holmesglen Institute Of Tafe, Present Perfect, Pie Chart

For questions 1, 2, 3, and 6 you are welcome to use Wikipedia. However, you should cite at least two other sources in each question. Your sources should be identified at the end of each answer. As you can see by now many of the assignments are very important to our understanding of the topics, but they have not been integrated as well into the course as I would like. This assignment is very different. Much of the discussion here is to better understand Latin America, a region of the world that we will need to skip because of time constraints. Some of you will be writing a country report about one that uses ISI. Some of this information may be useful to include in your report. Other sources you could consult are in the reference section of the library or you can ask a librarian for help. 1. What is Import Substitution Industrialization? (between 200-400 words) 2. Raul Prebisch was one of the prominent proponents of ISI, write a short biography of him (between 200-400 words) 3. Explain why Prebisch and others proposed ISI (up to 250 words). 4. Visit the site EconoMonitor and once there search for the article On Populism in Argentina (and other Latin American Countries) by Nicholas Magud published June 25th, 2008. Summarize it. 5. Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Mexico, and Bolivia among many countries followed both ISI and Economic populism. Visit the IMF site at www.imf.org and click on Data and Statistics, then click on World Economic Outlook Databases, select the October 2014 database,and select By Countries, next Latin America and the Caribbean. Find inflation in percent change for Argentina, since 1980 to date and graph the data in several sub-periods so it can show the different inflation rates better. In a couple paragraphs describe what you see. 6. Brazil, Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, and India followed ISI and different levels of Economic Populism, choose one of these five countries and explain when your selected country followed ISI and when it stopped following ISI? Why did your country stop using ISI? What were the consequences of ISI and Economic Populism in your country? (no less than 250 words and up to 700 words)

*Please refer to the attached file.

You are writing a rough draft for the essay part 1,

This writing practice will focus on

Steps *1 and *2 below:

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FIVE STEPS OF WRITING~*1- Prewrite*2-Draft 3- Revise 4- Edit/Proofread 5- Publish

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Expository Essay Part 1

Student Resource

EXPOSITORY ESSAY

– explains, points out

-

Used in articles, essays, exam questions

- Used to report on research

- Used to share information, give directions

REVIEW:

Elements of Expository Essay:

Thesis

–

Thesis Statement states topic, introduces supporting points

Structure

–

- Organization - often by Cause/Effect, Problem/Solution, Compare/Contrast

- Supporting paragraphs (at least one per supporting point)

- Use of formatting, graphics, and multi-media where appropriate

- Conclusion - relates to thesis and pulls supporting points together

Style

–

- Formal tone - complete sentences; conventional construction and language

- Active voice

Assignment:

Complete the first

two

steps in writing an Expository Essay.

You can use the sample writing prompt on Page 3 or choose a topic based on stories/articles of

your choosing. Page 3 also gives a sample thesis and outline based on the writing prompt. If

writing on your own topic and texts, choose three texts from different genres – e.g., short story,

science fiction, poetry, memoir, informational text, etc.

Step 1)

Prewrite

– Write your thesis statement.

– Determine the structure and organization (e.g., compare/contrast).

– Make an Outline (should include the thesis statement plus a list of

supporting points and a conclusion).

Step 2)

Draft

– Follow your Outline.

– Consider the audience's knowledge of and experience with the topic.

– Give concrete examples (each supporting point should be at least one

paragraph).

– Relate each point back to the thesis statement.

– Draw a conclusion that relates to the thesis statement and ties the

supporting points together.

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Expository Essay Part 1

Student Resource

EXPOSITORY ESSAY - SAMPLE THESIS AND OUTLINE

WRITING PROMPT

:

Compare/contrast the authors' treatments of the theme of

taking

responsibility

in three different genres of text:

Short Story

–"Through the Tunnel,"

Science

Fiction

– "A Sound of Thunder," and

Informational Text

– "Quit blaming; take responsibility."

*

Thesis

:

Authors Lessing, Bradbury, and Gitomer, writing in three different textual genres,

each address the theme of taking responsibility by contrasting instances of responsible and

irresponsible behavior and drawing the conclusion of the benefits of taking responsibility.

*

Supporting paragraphs

– with formatting (subtitles):

1. Short Story

– Lessing ("Through the Tunnel") contrasts Jerry's irresponsible/ responsible

behavior and draws conclusion responsibility is best – Jerry feels better about himself.

- Irresponsible: Jerry tries to get attention, be accepted by other boys; wants to swim

through tunnel before ready (examples from story)

- Responsible: Jerry stops trying to please other boys; adopts his quest; trains and works

to be prepared (examples from story)

- Lessing draws unstated conclusion of benefits of taking responsibility

(contrasts Jerry's feelings before and after quest)

2. Science Fiction

– Bradbury ("A Sound of Thunder") contrasts Time Safari Inc.'s/ Eckels'

responsible/irresponsible behavior and graphically illustrates the devastating results of

irresponsibility.

- Irresponsible: Eckels' uncaring, irresponsible attitude (examples in story)

- Responsible: Time Safari's careful planning and preparation for the hunt

(examples

from story)

- Bradbury ends story showing dramatic impact of being irresponsible, implying the

benefits of responsibility

3. Informational Text

–

Gitomer ("Quit blaming; take responsibility") compares salespeople

with politicians in their tendency to avoid taking responsibility and contrasts that attitude with

suggestions on taking responsibility to achieve success.

- Irresponsible: Salespeople and politicians blame others for their failures

(specific examples from article)

- Responsible: Suggestions on how they can take responsibility by

studying failures and

making them successes (examples in article)

- Gitomer concludes that salespeople (and politicians) can achieve results

they seek by

overcoming obstacles and taking responsibility

*

Conclusion

:

Authors Lessing, Bradbury, and Gitomer, writing in three different textual

genres, each address the theme of taking responsibility by contrasting instances of responsible

and irresponsible behavior, concluding that taking responsibility brings the best r

This writing practice will focus on

Steps *1 and *2 below:

___________________

~

FIVE STEPS OF WRITING ~* 1-Prewrite* 2- Draft 3- Revise\ 4- Edit/Proofread 5- Publish

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Expository Essay Part 1

Student Resource

EXPOSITORY ESSAY

– explains, points out

-

Used in articles, essays, exam questions

- Used to report on research

- Used to share information, give directions

REVIEW:

Elements of Expository Essay:

Thesis

–

Thesis Statement states topic, introduces supporting points

Structure

–

- Organization - often by Cause/Effect, Problem/Solution, Compare/Contrast

- Supporting paragraphs (at least one per supporting point)

- Use of formatting, graphics, and multi-media where appropriate

- Conclusion - relates to thesis and pulls supporting points together

Style

–

- Formal tone - complete sentences; conventional construction and language

- Active voice

Assignment:

Complete the first

two

steps in writing an Expository Essay.

You can use the sample writing prompt on Page 3 or choose a topic based on stories/articles of

your choosing. Page 3 also gives a sample thesis and outline based on the writing prompt. If

writing on your own topic and texts, choose three texts from different genres – e.g., short story,

science fiction, poetry, memoir, informational text, etc.

Step 1)

Prewrite

– Write your thesis statement.

– Determine the structure and organization (e.g., compare/contrast).

– Make an Outline (should include the thesis statement plus a list of

supporting points and a conclusion).

Step 2)

Draft

– Follow your Outline.

– Consider the audience's knowledge of and experience with the topic.

– Give concrete examples (each supporting point should be at least one

paragraph).

– Relate each point back to the thesis statement.

– Draw a conclusion that relates to the thesis statement and ties the

supporting points together.

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Expository Essay Part 1

Student Resource

EXPOSITORY ESSAY - SAMPLE THESIS AND OUTLINE

WRITING PROMPT

:

Compare/contrast the authors' treatments of the theme of

taking

responsibility

in three different genres of text:

Short Story

–"Through the Tunnel,"

Science

Fiction

– "A Sound of Thunder," and

Informational Text

– "Quit blaming; take responsibility."

*

Thesis

:

Authors Lessing, Bradbury, and Gitomer, writing in three different textual genres,

each address the theme of taking responsibility by contrasting instances of responsible and

irresponsible behavior and drawing the conclusion of the benefits of taking responsibility.

*

Supporting paragraphs

– with formatting (subtitles):

1. Short Story

– Lessing ("Through the Tunnel") contrasts Jerry's irresponsible/ responsible

behavior and draws conclusion responsibility is best – Jerry feels better about himself.

- Irresponsible: Jerry tries to get attention, be accepted by other boys; wants to swim

through tunnel before ready (examples from story)

- Responsible: Jerry stops trying to please other boys; adopts his quest; trains and works

to be prepared (examples from story)

- Lessing draws unstated conclusion of benefits of taking responsibility

(contrasts Jerry's feelings before and after quest)

2. Science Fiction

– Bradbury ("A Sound of Thunder") contrasts Time Safari Inc.'s/ Eckels'

responsible/irresponsible behavior and graphically illustrates the devastating results of

irresponsibility.

- Irresponsible: Eckels' uncaring, irresponsible attitude (examples in story)

- Responsible: Time Safari's careful planning and preparation for the hunt

(examples

from story)

- Bradbury ends story showing dramatic impact of being irresponsible, implying the

benefits of responsibility

3. Informational Text

–

Gitomer ("Quit blaming; take responsibility") compares salespeople

with politicians in their tendency to avoid taking responsibility and contrasts that attitude with

suggestions on taking responsibility to achieve success.

- Irresponsible: Salespeople and politicians blame others for their failures

(specific examples from article)

- Responsible: Suggestions on how they can take responsibility by

studying failures and

making them successes (examples in article)

- Gitomer concludes that salespeople (and politicians) can achieve results

they seek by

overcoming obstacles and taking responsibility

*

Conclusion

:

Authors Lessing, Bradbury, and Gitomer, writing in three different textual

genres, each address the theme of taking responsibility by contrasting instances of responsible

and irresponsible behavior, concluding that taking responsibility brings the best r

1. In closing a request for a recommendation, you should include

a. an expression of appreciation.

b. an indication that you�ve enclosed a stamped, preaddressed envelope.

c. the full name and address of the person to whom the letter should be

sent.

d. all of the above.

2. When writing a claim letter, the best way to begin is by

a. complimenting the company for past service.

b. providing a detailed description of the faulty merchandise.

c. providing a straightforward statement of the problem.

d. threatening legal action if you do not receive a favorable

adjustment.

3. When making a claim or requesting an adjustment, your closing should usually

a. clearly state how angry and disappointed you are.

b. explain the specific details of the problem.

c. request a specific action or express your desire to find a solution.

d. do all of the above.

4. Routine, positive messages should do all of the following except

a. leave your reader with a good impression.

b. use an indirect approach.

c. provide all required details.

d. communicate the information or good news.

5. In a positive message, the main idea is presented

a. in the first sentence of the middle paragraph.

b. at the end of the middle paragraph.

c. right at the beginning of the letter.

d. in the last sentence of the letter.

6. The longest part of a positive message is typically the

a. introduction.

b. body.

c. close.

d. None�all parts are usually the same length.

7. �If the figures are in by the end of the month we will hopefully be able to begin

planning for the upcoming year�s budget, but if they are not then the plan

ning process will most definitely have to wait until later� is an example of

a. a comma splice.

b. an overly long sentence.

c. an indefinite pronoun starter.

d. an awkward pointer.

8. Which of the following is an example of a hedging sentence?

a. The report seems to be incomplete.

b. The deadline is next Tuesday.

c. The financial statement needs to have two sections.

d. None of the above is hedging.

9. What is wrong with the following sentence? �To waste time and missing dead

lines are bad habits.�

a. Similar ideas are not parallel.

b. It contains a dangling modifier.

c. It contains a split infinitive.

d. Nothing�it is grammatically correct as written.

10. What is wrong with the following sentence? �Driving to the office, a police

officer stopped me for speeding.�

a. It lacks parallelism.

b. It contains a dangling modifier.

c. It contains an awkward pointer.

d. Nothing�it is grammatically correct as written.

11. �Government task force report recommendations� is an example of

a. redundancy.

b. a dangling modifier.

c. a dependent clause.

d. a long noun sequence.

12. Which of the following sentences contains a camouflaged verb?

a. Some do; others don�t.

b. She is a marketing manager but also serves as ad manager.

c. It is John�s recommendation that she be hired.

d. He slowly, deliberately added the numbers.

13. Roughly ___ percent of U.S. employers have terminated employees for

misuse of company e-mail systems.

a. 1

b. 10

c. 25

d. 80

14. E-mail hygiene refers to

a. the absence of slang and informal language in e-mail messages.

b. a nationwide movement to do away with information overload.

c. all the efforts companies make to keep e-mail clean and safe.

d. none of the above

15. E-mails should include all of the following except:

a. information about attachments

b. inside address

c. e-mail addresses of sender and receiver

d. contact information

16. When it comes to monitoring incoming and outgoing e-mail,

a. most companies do not make the effort.

b. only about 10 percent of U.S. employers do it.

c. most employers view it as an invasion of employee privacy.

d. about 50 percent of U.S. employers regularly do so.

17. When it comes to legal issues,

a. e-mails mean nothing�only printed documents can be used in court.

b. e-mail and other electronic documents have the same weight as printed

ones.

c. your e-mail messages are off limits�using them in court would violate

your privacy.

d. none of the above are correct.

18. According to a recent study, workers exposed to a constant barrage of

e-mail, IM, and phone calls

a. increased their productivity by 20 percent.

b. were 50 percent more likely than their peers to be promoted.

c. experienced an average 10-point drop in their functioning IQ.

d. experienced none of the above

19. One important element of basic e-mail etiquette is to

a. be careful about using the �cc� function.

b. use bullets and lists.

c. include headings on all e-mails.

d. capture your readers� attention.

20. A good opening for a negative message would be

a. I�m sorry to say I have some bad news.

b. This letter is in reply to your application.

c. Your r�sum� clearly shows why you are interested in becoming a

management trainee with our company.

d. We have no openings at this time.

21. In a negative message, the reasons for the decision

a. are so obvious that you don�t need to mention them.

b. come directly after the buffer and follow naturally from it.

c. should be glossed over quickly.

d. should be long and roundabout to cushion the negative aspects.

22. In the reasons section of a negative message, you should

a. present enough detail for the audience to understand your reasons.

b. explain what your decision is before you explain why you have reached it.

c. apologize for the negative decision.

d. do all of the above.

23. A way to be tactful when giving your reasons for bad news is to

a. explain why the decision is good for you and your company.

b. highlight, if possible, how your negative decision benefits your readers.

c. explain that the decision is based on company policy.

d. apologize for having to be the bearer of bad news.

24. Using the indirect approach, the bad news comes

a. immediately after the buffer.

b. immediately before the reasons.

c. immediately after the reasons.

d. at the very end.

25. A good way to make bad news less painful is to

a. maximize the space devoted to it.

b. say, �I trust our decision is satisfactory.�

c. avoid stating it and hope that the reader understands what you mean.

d. de-emphasize it by embedding it in the middle of a sentence or paragraph