When Revising Their Papers, First-Year College Students Are More Likely

question 44

Multiple Choice

When revising their papers, first-year college students are more likely than expert writers to

• A) spend a large percentage of the time revising their writing.
• B) approach the revision phase one sentence at a time.
• C) provide a specific diagnosis for a defective sentence.
• D) figure out whether their writing shows good transitions between ideas.

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Definitions:

Ordinary Citizens

Individuals who are not public officials, celebrities, or otherwise prominent figures, typically making up the vast majority of a nation's population.

Lemon Test

A three-pronged test established by the Supreme Court in Lemon v. Kurtzman (1971) to determine when a government's action violates the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment, ensuring separation of church and state.

Three Parts

Refers to the three branches of the U.S. government: legislative, executive, and judicial, established to ensure a balance of power.

Discuss

The act of exchanging ideas or debating topics, often with the aim of reaching a more informed understanding.