Choose the correct answer to show whether each boldfaced word or phrase makes connections or distinctions between ideas.(2 points)

Question

Connections Distinctions
The game was canceled on account of bad weather.

Everybody is in agreement as to how to proceed. Therefore, we will call the meeting to a close.

Voter turnout was minimal even though there were several important issues on the ballot.

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 determinations for each statement regarding whether the boldfaced word or phrase makes connections or distinctions between ideas:

1. The game was canceled on account of bad weather.

   • Connections

2. Everybody is in agreement as to how to proceed. Therefore, we will call the meeting to a close.

   • Connections

3. Voter turnout was minimal even though there were several important issues on the ballot.

   • Connections

4. 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.

   • Distinctions

Summary: The first three statements demonstrate connections, while the last statement shows a distinction.