Read the excerpts from Midnight Assassin and Glaspell’s newspaper article "She Prepares to Fight."

Question

Midnight Assassin: But reports soon surfaced that Hossack had abused and threatened his family, and for years his wife had gone to the neighbors to complain of his behavior.

“She Prepares to Fight”: Though past 50 years of age, she is tall and powerful and looks like she would be dangerous if aroused to a point of hatred.

Which excerpt is biased and why?
The first excerpt, because it does not indicate whether the reports were accepted as evidence in the case.
The first excerpt, because it contains assumptions that may have affected the writer’s beliefs about Mr. Hossack.
The second excerpt, because it contains nothing that can be proven with objective evidence.
The second excerpt, because it appears to contain a prejudice that may have affected the writer’s beliefs about Mrs. Hossack.

Answer 1

The first excerpt, because it contains assumptions that may have affected the writer’s beliefs about Mr. Hossack.

This excerpt implies a negative view of Mr. Hossack by referring to reports of abuse and threats. The phrasing suggests a bias against him, as it does not provide a balanced perspective or acknowledge any potential counterarguments. This could lead readers to form a negative opinion about Mr. Hossack without considering other evidence or viewpoints.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

The first excerpt, because it contains assumptions that may have affected the writer’s beliefs about Mr. Hossack.

Answer 4

Read the excerpt from Midnight Assassin.

Hossack and his wife, Margaret, had nine children, including five, ranging in age from thirteen to twenty-six, who were in the house at the time of the assault.

Which best describes the excerpt?
It is a fact because it can be proven using objective evidence.
It is a fact because it cannot be proven using objective evidence.
It is an opinion because it can be proven using objective evidence.
It is an opinion because it cannot be proven using objective evidence.

Answer 5

It is a fact because it can be proven using objective evidence.

Answer 6

Which most supports the fact that Trifles is written in a realistic style?
The characters are portrayed as in real life.
The audience is actually involved in the play.
The setting is presented in an unusual way.
The characters are formal and exaggerated.

Answer 7

The characters are portrayed as in real life.

This choice best supports the fact that "Trifles" is written in a realistic style, as it emphasizes the believable portrayal of characters and their experiences, reflecting real-life situations and emotions.

Answer 8

What is a major difference between the accounts presented in the primary source article "Prominent Farmer Robbed and Killed" and the secondary source Midnight Assassin?
The article suggests that the murder was likely committed by burglars, while the excerpt suggests a wider range of suspects.
The article suggests that Mr. Hossack was highly respected, while the excerpt states that he was widely despised.
The article suggests that the murder was spontaneous, while the excerpt hints at the idea that it was premeditated.
The article suggests that Mr. Hossack was a loving and caring father, while the excerpt portrays him as one who inspired fear in his family.

Answer 9

The article suggests that Mr. Hossack was highly respected, while the excerpt states that he was widely despised.

This difference indicates a contrasting portrayal of Mr. Hossack's character and reputation, highlighting a significant divergence in the perspectives of the two sources.

Answer 10

How does Midnight Assassin differ from the primary source article "She Prepares to Fight" in its portrayal of Mrs. Hossack?
The excerpt portrays Mrs. Hossack only as cold and hateful, while the article presents multiple images of her.
The excerpt portrays Mrs. Hossack as warm and compassionate, while the article presents an image of her as vengeful and cruel.
The article portrays Mrs. Hossack as weak and frail, while the excerpt presents an image of her as strong and determined.
The article portrays Mrs. Hossack as only potentially dangerous, while the excerpt presents two very different images of her.

Answer 11

The article portrays Mrs. Hossack as weak and frail, while the excerpt presents an image of her as strong and determined.

This choice highlights the contrasting representations of Mrs. Hossack's character in the two sources, showcasing a significant difference in how her strength and capabilities are perceived.