2, 1, 4, 3 501 grammar and writing 3e

373. Which of the following parts of the paragraph contains a nonstandard comparison? a. Part 7

b. Part 5

c. Part 3

d. Part 2

374. Which sequence of words, if inserted in order into the blanks in the paragraph, help the reader understand the sequence and logic of the writer’s ideas? a. Since . . . For example

b. While . . . Next

c. Moreover . . . Eventually

d. Because . . . Thus

SET 34 Answers begin on page 123. Answer questions 375–377 on the basis of the following paragraph. 1 By using tiny probes as neural prosthe- ses, scientists may be able to restore nerve function in quadriplegics, make the blind see, or the deaf hear. 2 Thanks to advanced techniques, an implanted probe can stimulate individual neurons electri- cally or chemically and then record responses. 3 Preliminary results suggest that the microprobe telemetry systems can be permanently implanted and replace damaged or missing nerves. 4 The tissue-compatible micro- probes represent an advance over the typ- ically aluminum wire electrodes used in studies of the cortex and other brain struc- tures. 5 Previously, researchers data were accumulated using traditional electrodes, but there is a question of how much dam- age they cause to the nervous system. 6 Microprobes, since they are slightly thin- ner than a human hair, cause minimal damage and disruption of neurons when inserted into the brain because of their diminutive width. 7 In addition to recording nervous system impulses, the microprobes have minuscule channels that open the way for delivery of drugs, cellular growth factors, neurotransmitters, and other neuroactive compounds to a single neuron or to groups of neurons. 8 The probes usually have up to four channels, each with its own record- ingstimulating electrode. 375. Which of the following changes is needed in the above passage? a. Part 8: Change its to it’s.

b. Part 6: Change their to its.

c. Part 6: Change than to then.

d. Part 5: Change researchers to researchers’.

376. Which of the following includes a nonstandard use of an adverb in the passage? a. Part 2

b. Part 4

c. Part 6

d. Part 8

377. Which of the following numbered parts should be revised to reduce unnecessary repetition? a. Part 2

b. Part 5

c. Part 6

d. Part 8

Answer questions 378–380 on the basis of the fol- lowing passage. 1 Loud noises on trains not only irritate passengers but also create unsafe situations. 2 They are prohibited by law and by agency policy. 3 Therefore, conductors follow the procedures outlined below: – PA R A G R A P H D E V E L O P M E N T – 7 0