Question

Choose the correct answer to show whether each boldfaced word or phrase makes connections or distinctions between ideas.(2 points) Connections Distinctions The game was canceled on account of bad weather. Voter turnout was minimal even though there were several important issues on the ballot. Everybody is in agreement as to how to proceed. Therefore, we will call the meeting to a close. The cottontail rabbit’s fur stays brown all year. In contrast, the snowshoe hare’s fur turns white during the winter to help it blend into the snowy landscape.

Answer 1

Here are the classifications for each boldfaced word or phrase:

1. "on account of" - Connections
2. "even though" - Distinctions
3. "as to" - Connections
4. "Therefore" - Connections
5. "In contrast" - Distinctions

So the overall answers are:

1. Connections
2. Distinctions
3. Connections
4. Connections
5. Distinctions