Mohamed Lamine Debaghine Setif-2- University			Academic Year 2018/2019
Faculty of Arts and Languages				Name	 ……………………………………………….
English Department						Group   ……….
Teachers Mrs S. Slaim, Mrs S. Maafa, Mrs A. Debbache,
& Ms Y. Chorfi. 							Mark 			 /20
Second Year Classes						
FIRST TERM WRITING RESIT-EXAM 

Task 1 Edit the following paragraph by indicating the sentence number, identifying the problem and suggesting a possible solution. Not all the sentences in the paragraph are ill-structured. 

My First Time Voting
	(1) I took this more seriously than anything else, I had done in my life until then. (2)I read up on the candidates and tried to see both sides of every argument.(3) I categorized how each candidate responded to my own views, especially in terms of education, the environment, and world affairs. (4)But there were other preparations to think about. (5) I made sure I had registered and that all the information on my card was accurate. (6)I also located my local precinct weeks before, to make sure I knew how to get there on Election Day. (7) I listened to the debates and the political analyses on television. (8) I discussed with my college professors and peers all the issues while constructing my own arguments. (9) When Election Day finally came, I arrived at the location early. (10) Once I approach the identification table, an older woman searched for my name and verified my identity with my driver’s license. (11) Once she located me on the roll I was given instructions and a ballot. (12) Next, I were escorted to my booth. (13) I took a deep breath and began reading every line carefully and slowly and punching in my selections. (14) Before I knew it, I had gone through all the questions. (15) I reviewed again all of my selections one more time before I cast my vote.(16) I’ve always wanted to do what was right. (17) I did very well in school and sports, and always made my parents proud. (18) After exiting the voting booth  a sticker was placed on my blouse. (19) It read, “I voted today.” (20 ) I proudly wore that sticker all day.( 21 ) I had voted, and no matter the outcome of the election, I truly felt like an American that day.
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Task 2 Write a paragraph about one of the following themes, by involving a clear topic sentence, three major details, a minor detail for each major, and a concluding sentence. 
The paragraph should not exceed the provided space. 
* Circle the letter of the chosen topic.
A. When should a person be considered an adult? 
B. To what extent is the use of animals in scientific research acceptable?
C. The destruction of the world’s forests is inevitable as our need for land and food grows. Do you agree?
D. Should student’s textbooks be replaced by notebook computers?
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All the best my dear student