Question
Take Time to Disconnect
(1) Today we have a multitude of electronic devices to help you stay connected with one another. (2) We talk to our friends using cell phones, social media, e-mail, and even video games. (3) We text at the dinner table, in bed, and even while doing homework. (4) If our phones aren’t in our pocket or purse, we panic. (5) But is all this instant communication really good for us?
(6) Certainly, most people would agree that electronic communication has its profits. (7) It enhances safety and helps people convey messages quickly. (8) But despite what the common saying claims, you can have too much of a good thing. (9) Some researchers have suggested that relationships formed online are weaker than those formed in real-life situations. (10) If people develop all their relationships electronically, they may boast about having a large number of “friends,” but those friendships aren’t likely to provide the support and satisfaction that come from face-to-face interactions. (11) Spending time together in real life allows people to share experiences, which can create deeper relationships.
(12) Furthermore, one study has shown that too much texting and phone time can cause restlessness and difficulty sleeping. (13) How many of us have our phones with us at night and text with friends until we finally fall asleep? (14) And what is the first thing many of us do when we wake up in the morning? (15) Before we’re even fully awake, text messages and e-mail are checked by us. (16) Lack of sleep is no good.
(17) And finally, what about good manners? (18) Have you ever been out with a friend or a family member who responded to a text in the middle of a conversation the two of you were having? (19) Some consider this behavior just plain rude.
(20) Clearly, there are some downsides to all this electronic communication.(21) But I think I have a solution. (22) We should all choose one day a week to take a break and disconnect from technology. (23) Spending a day focusing on the people around you will help you build stronger relationships. (24) This hiatus will also serve as a reminder that you can survive without it. (25) You might get a good night’s sleep and be reminded of the value of good manners. (26) I believe that a day without technology will help make you a healthier person and be a better friend. (27) So will you agree to participate? (28) Which day will you choose to take the time to disconnect?
1
1 point
Question at position 1
What changes should be made to sentence 1?
What changes should be made to sentence 1?
Take out today
Change you to us
Change devices to device’s
Change connected to in touch with
Question at position 2
2
1 point
Question at position 2
Sentence 6 is unclear because Kayla has chosen an inappropriate word. What change should Kayla make to improve this sentence?
Sentence 6 is unclear because Kayla has chosen an inappropriate word. What change should Kayla make to improve this sentence?
Change profits to benefits
Change most to many
Change Certainly to Surely
Change agree to think
answer both questions with the passage above
(1) Today we have a multitude of electronic devices to help you stay connected with one another. (2) We talk to our friends using cell phones, social media, e-mail, and even video games. (3) We text at the dinner table, in bed, and even while doing homework. (4) If our phones aren’t in our pocket or purse, we panic. (5) But is all this instant communication really good for us?
(6) Certainly, most people would agree that electronic communication has its profits. (7) It enhances safety and helps people convey messages quickly. (8) But despite what the common saying claims, you can have too much of a good thing. (9) Some researchers have suggested that relationships formed online are weaker than those formed in real-life situations. (10) If people develop all their relationships electronically, they may boast about having a large number of “friends,” but those friendships aren’t likely to provide the support and satisfaction that come from face-to-face interactions. (11) Spending time together in real life allows people to share experiences, which can create deeper relationships.
(12) Furthermore, one study has shown that too much texting and phone time can cause restlessness and difficulty sleeping. (13) How many of us have our phones with us at night and text with friends until we finally fall asleep? (14) And what is the first thing many of us do when we wake up in the morning? (15) Before we’re even fully awake, text messages and e-mail are checked by us. (16) Lack of sleep is no good.
(17) And finally, what about good manners? (18) Have you ever been out with a friend or a family member who responded to a text in the middle of a conversation the two of you were having? (19) Some consider this behavior just plain rude.
(20) Clearly, there are some downsides to all this electronic communication.(21) But I think I have a solution. (22) We should all choose one day a week to take a break and disconnect from technology. (23) Spending a day focusing on the people around you will help you build stronger relationships. (24) This hiatus will also serve as a reminder that you can survive without it. (25) You might get a good night’s sleep and be reminded of the value of good manners. (26) I believe that a day without technology will help make you a healthier person and be a better friend. (27) So will you agree to participate? (28) Which day will you choose to take the time to disconnect?
1
1 point
Question at position 1
What changes should be made to sentence 1?
What changes should be made to sentence 1?
Take out today
Change you to us
Change devices to device’s
Change connected to in touch with
Question at position 2
2
1 point
Question at position 2
Sentence 6 is unclear because Kayla has chosen an inappropriate word. What change should Kayla make to improve this sentence?
Sentence 6 is unclear because Kayla has chosen an inappropriate word. What change should Kayla make to improve this sentence?
Change profits to benefits
Change most to many
Change Certainly to Surely
Change agree to think
answer both questions with the passage above
Answers
Answer
3
1 point
Question at position 3
What transition can BEST be added to the beginning of sentence 9?
What transition can BEST be added to the beginning of sentence 9?
In the end
Obviously
However
For example
Question at position 4
4
1 point
Question at position 4
Kayla wants to provide a better closing sentence for the third paragraph (sentences 12–16).
Which of these could replace sentence 16 and improve the closing of this paragraph?
Kayla wants to provide a better closing sentence for the third paragraph (sentences 12–16).
Which of these could replace sentence 16 and improve the closing of this paragraph?
This obsession can lead to sleep deprivation, which isn’t healthy.
Lack of adequate sleep is certainly not a very good thing.
Sometimes I check my text messages when I’m in the bathroom.
Doesn’t all this texting during sleep time seem ridiculous to you now?
Question at position 5
5
1 point
Question at position 5
Kayla is using the passive voice in sentence 15. Which sentence below is the best revision to rewrite the sentence in active voice?
Kayla is using the passive voice in sentence 15. Which sentence below is the best revision to rewrite the sentence in active voice?
Before we awaken from bed, our messages are being checked.
Our messages and emails are checked by us even before we are fully awake.
Emails are checked and messages are read by some before they are awake.
Before we’re even fully awake, we rush to check our text messages and email!
1 point
Question at position 3
What transition can BEST be added to the beginning of sentence 9?
What transition can BEST be added to the beginning of sentence 9?
In the end
Obviously
However
For example
Question at position 4
4
1 point
Question at position 4
Kayla wants to provide a better closing sentence for the third paragraph (sentences 12–16).
Which of these could replace sentence 16 and improve the closing of this paragraph?
Kayla wants to provide a better closing sentence for the third paragraph (sentences 12–16).
Which of these could replace sentence 16 and improve the closing of this paragraph?
This obsession can lead to sleep deprivation, which isn’t healthy.
Lack of adequate sleep is certainly not a very good thing.
Sometimes I check my text messages when I’m in the bathroom.
Doesn’t all this texting during sleep time seem ridiculous to you now?
Question at position 5
5
1 point
Question at position 5
Kayla is using the passive voice in sentence 15. Which sentence below is the best revision to rewrite the sentence in active voice?
Kayla is using the passive voice in sentence 15. Which sentence below is the best revision to rewrite the sentence in active voice?
Before we awaken from bed, our messages are being checked.
Our messages and emails are checked by us even before we are fully awake.
Emails are checked and messages are read by some before they are awake.
Before we’re even fully awake, we rush to check our text messages and email!
Answer
6
1 point
Question at position 6
Kayla needs more support for the idea she is presenting in the fourth paragraph (sentences 17–19).
Which two sentences could BEST follow sentence 18 and help develop the main idea of this paragraph?
Kayla needs more support for the idea she is presenting in the fourth paragraph (sentences 17–19).
Which two sentences could BEST follow sentence 18 and help develop the main idea of this paragraph?
Sometimes I do this, and my mom reminds me that it’s rude. Occasionally I have to remind her.
It makes you feel as though you aren’t as important as the person who sent the text.That person gets immediate attention while you sit and wait.
Professionals sometimes have to respond to a text immediately. They might lose money if they don’t respond right away.
There you are talking, and the person next to you is texting. You didn’t expect your day to turn out this way.
Question at position 7
7
1 point
Question at position 7
Kayla needs to clarify the meaning of sentence 24. What is the most effective way to do this?
Kayla needs to clarify the meaning of sentence 24. What is the most effective way to do this?
Change that you to that people
Change it to the constant interruption of a phone or a computer
Change it to all that stuff
Change that you to that those you truly care about
Question at position 8
8
1 point
Question at position 8
What is the BEST way to revise sentence 26?
What is the BEST way to revise sentence 26?
I believe that a day without technology, it will help make you a healthier person, and it will help make you a better friend.
I believe that a day without technology will help make you a healthier person and a better friend.
I believe that a day without technology is a day that will be helping make you a healthier and better person and friend.
I believe that a day without technology is good, it will help make you a healthier person, who will be a better friend.
1 point
Question at position 6
Kayla needs more support for the idea she is presenting in the fourth paragraph (sentences 17–19).
Which two sentences could BEST follow sentence 18 and help develop the main idea of this paragraph?
Kayla needs more support for the idea she is presenting in the fourth paragraph (sentences 17–19).
Which two sentences could BEST follow sentence 18 and help develop the main idea of this paragraph?
Sometimes I do this, and my mom reminds me that it’s rude. Occasionally I have to remind her.
It makes you feel as though you aren’t as important as the person who sent the text.That person gets immediate attention while you sit and wait.
Professionals sometimes have to respond to a text immediately. They might lose money if they don’t respond right away.
There you are talking, and the person next to you is texting. You didn’t expect your day to turn out this way.
Question at position 7
7
1 point
Question at position 7
Kayla needs to clarify the meaning of sentence 24. What is the most effective way to do this?
Kayla needs to clarify the meaning of sentence 24. What is the most effective way to do this?
Change that you to that people
Change it to the constant interruption of a phone or a computer
Change it to all that stuff
Change that you to that those you truly care about
Question at position 8
8
1 point
Question at position 8
What is the BEST way to revise sentence 26?
What is the BEST way to revise sentence 26?
I believe that a day without technology, it will help make you a healthier person, and it will help make you a better friend.
I believe that a day without technology will help make you a healthier person and a better friend.
I believe that a day without technology is a day that will be helping make you a healthier and better person and friend.
I believe that a day without technology is good, it will help make you a healthier person, who will be a better friend.
Answer
9
1 point
Question at position 9
Which of the following is not a formatting rule for turning in essays/poems?
Which of the following is not a formatting rule for turning in essays/poems?
Font size should be 12 points.
Line spacing should be 2.0.
Name of poems should be placed within quotation marks.
Any legible font style is appropriate
1 point
Question at position 9
Which of the following is not a formatting rule for turning in essays/poems?
Which of the following is not a formatting rule for turning in essays/poems?
Font size should be 12 points.
Line spacing should be 2.0.
Name of poems should be placed within quotation marks.
Any legible font style is appropriate
Answer
question 1 and 3 were incorrect
Answer
also questions 7 and 9 were incorrect
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GPT 3.5
For question 1, the change that should be made to sentence 1 is to take out the word "Today" to make the sentence flow better.
For question 2, the change that should be made to improve sentence 6 is to change "profits" to "benefits" to make the sentence clearer.
For question 2, the change that should be made to improve sentence 6 is to change "profits" to "benefits" to make the sentence clearer.
Answered by
GPT 3.5
For question 3, the best transition that can be added to the beginning of sentence 9 is "However" to indicate the contrast being made with the previous sentence.
For question 4, the sentence that could replace sentence 16 and improve the closing of the paragraph would be: "This obsession can lead to sleep deprivation, which isn’t healthy."
For question 5, the best revision to rewrite sentence 15 in active voice would be: "Before we rush to check our text messages and email, we aren't even fully awake!"
For question 4, the sentence that could replace sentence 16 and improve the closing of the paragraph would be: "This obsession can lead to sleep deprivation, which isn’t healthy."
For question 5, the best revision to rewrite sentence 15 in active voice would be: "Before we rush to check our text messages and email, we aren't even fully awake!"
Answered by
GPT 3.5
For question 6, the two sentences that could best follow sentence 18 and help develop the main idea of the paragraph would be: "It makes you feel as though you aren’t as important as the person who sent the text. That person gets immediate attention while you sit and wait."
For question 7, the most effective way to clarify the meaning of sentence 24 would be to change "that you" to "that those you truly care about".
For question 8, the best way to revise sentence 26 would be: "I believe that a day without technology will help make you a healthier person and a better friend."
For question 7, the most effective way to clarify the meaning of sentence 24 would be to change "that you" to "that those you truly care about".
For question 8, the best way to revise sentence 26 would be: "I believe that a day without technology will help make you a healthier person and a better friend."
Answered by
GPT 3.5
The option that is not a formatting rule for turning in essays/poems is: "Name of poems should be placed within quotation marks." It is not a standard formatting rule for essays or poems.
Answered by
GPT 3.5
I apologize for the mistake. Let me reassess questions 1 and 3 based on the provided passage.
For question 1 revisited, the correct change that should be made to sentence 1 is to change the word "you" to "us" to make it more inclusive and appropriate for the context of the passage.
For question 3 revisited, the correct transition that can best be added to the beginning of sentence 9 is "For example" to introduce an example that supports the point being made in the following sentence.
I hope these revised answers align better with the passage provided. Let me know if you have any other questions or need further clarification.
For question 1 revisited, the correct change that should be made to sentence 1 is to change the word "you" to "us" to make it more inclusive and appropriate for the context of the passage.
For question 3 revisited, the correct transition that can best be added to the beginning of sentence 9 is "For example" to introduce an example that supports the point being made in the following sentence.
I hope these revised answers align better with the passage provided. Let me know if you have any other questions or need further clarification.
Answered by
GPT 3.5
I apologize for the errors in my previous responses. Let's revisit questions 7 and 9 based on the passage.
For question 7 revisited, the most effective way to clarify the meaning of sentence 24 would be to change "it" to "that those you truly care about" to provide clarity on who the sentence is referring to.
For question 9 revisited, the correct option for the formatting rule that is not applicable for turning in essays/poems is: "Font size should be 12 points." Font size requirements can vary depending on the guidelines given, so this rule is not a universal standard.
I appreciate your patience, and I hope these revised answers are more accurate. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to let me know.
For question 7 revisited, the most effective way to clarify the meaning of sentence 24 would be to change "it" to "that those you truly care about" to provide clarity on who the sentence is referring to.
For question 9 revisited, the correct option for the formatting rule that is not applicable for turning in essays/poems is: "Font size should be 12 points." Font size requirements can vary depending on the guidelines given, so this rule is not a universal standard.
I appreciate your patience, and I hope these revised answers are more accurate. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to let me know.
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