Use the passage to answer the question.

The key idea that the evidence in the passage supports is that "Native Americans have faced a variety of challenges to voting access for a long time." The passage discusses the historical context of social equality and political power, particularly highlighting the struggle for civil rights, which aligns with ongoing challenges faced by various marginalized groups, including Native Americans, in achieving voting rights and access.

Use the excerpt from the “How the pandemic has complicated voting access for millions of Native Americans” article to answer the question.

Americans"
by Candice Norwood

The pandemic hit Native Americans hard in other ways; 23 states with sufficient data showed infection rates 3.5 times higher among native populations than white people, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During the presidential primaries, the pandemic also shuttered polling places across the country, including on reservations. The patchwork of vote-by-mail rules and requirements from state to state created confusion for voters in under-resourced communities around the country. In some places, high numbers of ballots were rejected for errors such as a missing signature.

Why does the author most likely omit information about why pandemic infection rates are significantly higher among indigenous populations than white populations?

(1 point)
Responses

The reader was led to draw conclusions about social and health outcomes in under-resourced communities.
The reader was led to draw conclusions about social and health outcomes in under-resourced communities. - no response given

The information was intended to compare conditions across tribal reservations.
The information was intended to compare conditions across tribal reservations. - no response given

The effects of higher infection rates were irrelevant to the election outcome.
The effects of higher infection rates were irrelevant to the election outcome. - incorrect

The underlying causes of the disparity were well known at the time of publication.

The most likely reason the author omits information about why pandemic infection rates are significantly higher among indigenous populations than white populations is because "the underlying causes of the disparity were well known at the time of publication." This allows the author to focus on the immediate impact of the pandemic on voting access without needing to delve into background information that is already understood by the audience.

Which statement describes a reader using syntax to determine the meaning of an unknown word?(1 point)

Responses

The reader finds related synonyms of the word.
The reader finds related synonyms of the word.

The reader determines if a word is a noun or verb.
The reader determines if a word is a noun or verb.

The reader looks for definitions embedded in the text.
The reader looks for definitions embedded in the text.

The reader searches for examples and illustrations in the sentence.

The statement that describes a reader using syntax to determine the meaning of an unknown word is: "The reader determines if a word is a noun or verb." Syntax involves the arrangement of words and their relationship in a sentence, which can help the reader identify the grammatical role of the word, aiding in its interpretation.

Which part of a word is only sometimes a free morpheme?(1 point)

suffix - incorrect

prefix - incorrect

root word

base word

The part of a word that is only sometimes a free morpheme is the **root word**. A root word can stand alone as a word (making it a free morpheme) or can be combined with prefixes or suffixes to form new words, but it may not always be a standalone word when it is part of a more complex word.

What steps should you follow to verify the meaning of a word? Drag each step to put them in the correct order.(2 points)

1. use context clues and word structure to figure out the word's meaning.
2. consult a dictionary to check the word's meaning.
3. make a prediction about the word's meaning.
4. determine whether your prediction about the word's meaning was correct.

The correct order of the steps to verify the meaning of a word is:

1. **Make a prediction about the word's meaning.**
2. **Use context clues and word structure to figure out the word's meaning.**
3. **Consult a dictionary to check the word's meaning.**
4. **Determine whether your prediction about the word's meaning was correct.**

correct response to the one above is

1. Use context clues and word structure to figure out the word's meaning.
2. Make a prediction about the word's meaning.
3. Consult a dictionary to check the word's meaning.
4. Determine whether your prediction about the word's meaning was correct.

Thank you for the clarification. Based on your response, the correct order of steps to verify the meaning of a word is:

1. **Use context clues and word structure to figure out the word's meaning.**
2. **Make a prediction about the word's meaning.**
3. **Consult a dictionary to check the word's meaning.**
4. **Determine whether your prediction about the word's meaning was correct.**

I appreciate your input!

Which words or phrases best help to refine the term Great Pacific Garbage Patch in this passage?

(1 point)

the study shows

A new analysis
collection of floating trash

key to cleaning up - incorrect

The words or phrases that best help to refine the term "Great Pacific Garbage Patch" in the passage are **"collection of floating trash."** This phrase directly describes what the Great Pacific Garbage Patch consists of, providing clarity and context to the term.

Which statement provides an explanation about the impact of the first sentence on the overall tone of the text?(1 point)

The author establishes an empathetic tone by setting the context for Rep. Sarah Anthony's personal experience

The author establishes a dismissive tone by engaging the reader on a well-known topic of debate.

The author establishes an inquisitive tone by comparing the effects of various hairstyles.

The author establishes a condescending tone by demonstrating the biases of Rep. Sarah Anthony's colleagues. - incorrect

The statement that provides an explanation about the impact of the first sentence on the overall tone of the text is: **"The author establishes an empathetic tone by setting the context for Rep. Sarah Anthony's personal experience."** This suggests that the author aims to create a connection with the reader through understanding and emotional engagement related to the personal experience mentioned.

How does the author use details to support the following central idea of this passage: straightening hair can lead to negative effects?

(1 point)

By giving a detailed historical description of the issue. - incorrect

By describing a debate between two opposing sides. - incorrect

By relying on the author’s firsthand experience.

By providing evidence from a scientific study.

The author uses details to support the central idea that straightening hair can lead to negative effects **by providing evidence from a scientific study.** This approach lends credibility to the argument, as it presents factual information that demonstrates the potential negative consequences associated with straightening hair.

Which detail from the text supports the same central idea as those in the excerpt above?

(1 point)

“Oregon state Rep. Janelle Bynum . . . said one of the biggest challenges is how little lawmakers know about the issue of hair discrimination.”

“In 2019, California became the first state to pass the CROWN Act. Since then, a handful of cities, including New Orleans, Cincinnati and Albuquerque, have passed similar bills.”

“But proponents of the legislation say that while the hairstyles mentioned in the bill are not exclusively worn by Black people, these styles have long existing cultural ties to Black communities.”

“Though stories of Black people experiencing hair discrimination are not new, in recent years national media attention has brought a new level of scrutiny to the issue.”

The detail from the text that supports the same central idea as those in the excerpt above is: **“Though stories of Black people experiencing hair discrimination are not new, in recent years national media attention has brought a new level of scrutiny to the issue.”**

This detail highlights the negative effects of hair discrimination, which can include societal pressures to change one’s natural hair texture, reinforcing the central idea related to the negative consequences of straightening hair.

Which statement analyzes the development of the central idea in this section of the article?

(1 point)
Responses

The author discusses the popularity of braids and twists outside of the Black community.
The author discusses the popularity of braids and twists outside of the Black community.

The author emphasizes the obstacles to the CROWN Act by detailing a lack of understanding about the pervasiveness of natural hair discrimination.
The author emphasizes the obstacles to the CROWN Act by detailing a lack of understanding about the pervasiveness of natural hair discrimination.

The author uses a cause/effect structure to highlight the negative outcomes of discriminatory laws that prohibit natural hairstyles.
The author uses a cause/effect structure to highlight the negative outcomes of discriminatory laws that prohibit natural hairstyles.

The author incorporates personal anecdotes to directly reinforce the views of opponents to the CROWN Act.

The statement that analyzes the development of the central idea in this section of the article is: **"The author emphasizes the obstacles to the CROWN Act by detailing a lack of understanding about the pervasiveness of natural hair discrimination."**

This statement indicates how the author develops the central idea by focusing on the challenges faced in addressing hair discrimination, which directly relates to the broader context of the CROWN Act and its implications.

In expository writing, what is the purpose of a hook?(1 point)

To support the thesis statement. - incorrect

To grab the reader’s attention.

To explain or describe something. - incorrect

To change the reader’s point of view.

The purpose of a hook in expository writing is **"to grab the reader’s attention."** A hook is typically an engaging opening statement or question that encourages readers to continue reading the text.