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1. Use the passage to answer the question: Based on the text structure of this passage, which would most likely follow this section of text? (2 points) Responses A solution to the problem of world hunger. A solution to the problem of world hunger. A comparison between aquatic and soil-based ecosystems. A comparison between aquatic and soil-based ecosystems. A comparison between conventional and organic farming techniques. A comparison between conventional and organic farming techniques. A solution to the problem of unsustainable agricultural practices. A solution to the problem of unsustainable agricultural practices. Question 2 2. What is an anecdote?(2 points) Responses The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of sentences or clauses. The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of sentences or clauses. A personal story shared for effect. A personal story shared for effect. The stating of two opposite ideas using the same grammatical structure. The stating of two opposite ideas using the same grammatical structure. A reference to a familiar person or thing. A reference to a familiar person or thing. Question 3 3. Use the word and its definition to answer the question: Conform: to comply with rules, laws, or standards What affix could you add to the end of conform to form a noun that describes a person who conforms? (2 points) Responses -ity -ity -ist -ist -able -able -ed -ed Question 4 4. Use the passage to answer the question: Review the boldfaced word in the passage. By knowing that corporate means "form into a body," you can determine that incorporate most likely means (2 points) Responses "sculpt into a figure." "sculpt into a figure." "feature multiple limbs." "feature multiple limbs." "create a new being." "create a new being." "take in as part of a whole." "take in as part of a whole." Question 5 5. What is a foundational document?(2 points) Responses A document outlining principles and ideals on which a particular government or civil society is based. A document outlining principles and ideals on which a particular government or civil society is based. A document written by a judge or group of judges giving the rationale and principles for a ruling. A document written by a judge or group of judges giving the rationale and principles for a ruling. A document outlining the legal opinion agreed upon by over half of the members of the court. A document outlining the legal opinion agreed upon by over half of the members of the court. A document guided by principles established in previous court decisions. A document guided by principles established in previous court decisions. Question 6 6. Why are the Mayflower Compact and the Declaration of Independence considered foundational documents?(2 points) Responses They established the idea of gender equality. They established the idea of gender equality. They contain ideas that shape the character of the U.S. government. They contain ideas that shape the character of the U.S. government. They led to a rift between countries. They led to a rift between countries. They created a distinct American identity. They created a distinct American identity. Question 7 7. What is hyperbole?(2 points) Responses Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. The stating of two opposite ideas using the same grammatical structure. The stating of two opposite ideas using the same grammatical structure. The arrangement of words in a sentence. The arrangement of words in a sentence. A reference to a familiar person or thing. A reference to a familiar person or thing. Question 8 8. Use the passage to answer the question: What is the purpose of hyperbole in the passage? (2 points) Responses To present an idea in formal language. To present an idea in formal language. To call attention to the strength of women. To call attention to the strength of women. To question the ideas of Christ and God. To question the ideas of Christ and God. To support the thoughts of the "little man in black." To support the thoughts of the "little man in black." Question 9 9. What are the three rhetorical techniques most commonly used?(2 points) Responses Frodo, Legolas, and Boromir Frodo, Legolas, and Boromir Hyperbole, Allusion, and Alliteration Hyperbole, Allusion, and Alliteration Ethos, Logos, and Pathos Ethos, Logos, and Pathos Breathe, Think, and Talk Breathe, Think, and Talk Question 10 10. Why should you research multiple sources to find information on a topic?(2 points) Responses To show you are interested in learning about the topic. To show you are interested in learning about the topic. To pass the time. To pass the time. To gather information from all sides of an argument. To gather information from all sides of an argument. You don't need to research multiple sources. You don't need to research multiple sources. Question 11 11. Which of the following is an example of a cause/effect text structure piece of writing?(2 points) Responses I forgot to pack my lunch; therefore, I was hungry. I forgot to pack my lunch; therefore, I was hungry. The child broke a window and was put in timeout. The child broke a window and was put in timeout. A child tasted Idaho potatoes and Russet potatoes to see which one was their favorite. A child tasted Idaho potatoes and Russet potatoes to see which one was their favorite. My grandma declared that trucks were better than cars and gave evidence for and against her declaration. My grandma declared that trucks were better than cars and gave evidence for and against her declaration. Question 12 12. Read the sentence to answer the question: A reference to the verse on the Statue of Liberty resonates with Americans because of its familiarity. How does this rhetorical technique support the author's point of view about immigration? (2 points) Responses By using understatement to downplay the importance of national symbols. By using understatement to downplay the importance of national symbols. By using an allusion to an iconic figure known to most audience members. By using an allusion to an iconic figure known to most audience members. By using juxtaposition to contrast literature with a statue. By using juxtaposition to contrast literature with a statue. By using a metaphor to compare art with personal liberties. By using a metaphor to compare art with personal liberties. Question 13 13. What does the Supreme Court most rely upon when reaching a decision regarding a court case?(2 points) Responses evidence evidence constitutional principles constitutional principles judicial review judicial review certiorari certiorari Question 14 14. Which word in the following sentence is a verb? The dog ran away with the bone. (2 points) Responses dog dog ran ran away away with with Question 15 15. Which word in the following sentence is a noun? The cow jumped over the moon. (2 points) Responses cow cow jumped jumped over over the the Question 16 16. Which word in the following sentence is an adverb? She quickly ran to the store for more milk. (2 points) Responses she she quickly quickly ran ran more more Question 17 17. Which word in the following sentence is an adjective? He wore a gorgeous red coat to the dance. (2 points) Responses he he wore wore red red coat coat Question 18 18. Which word in the following sentence is a preposition? Will you go to the dance with me? (2 points) Responses will will you you dance dance with with Skip to navigation

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Sure! Here are the answers to the questions based on the provided options:

1. Based on the text structure of this passage, which would most likely follow this section of text?
   Response: A solution to the problem of unsustainable agricultural practices.

2. What is an anecdote?
   Response: A personal story shared for effect.

3. What affix could you add to the end of conform to form a noun that describes a person who conforms?
   Response: -ist

4. By knowing that corporate means "form into a body," you can determine that incorporate most likely means:
   Response: "take in as part of a whole."

5. What is a foundational document?
   Response: A document outlining principles and ideals on which a particular government or civil society is based.

6. Why are the Mayflower Compact and the Declaration of Independence considered foundational documents?
   Response: They contain ideas that shape the character of the U.S. government.

7. What is hyperbole?
   Response: Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

8. What is the purpose of hyperbole in the passage?
   Response: To call attention to the strength of women.

9. What are the three rhetorical techniques most commonly used?
   Response: Ethos, Logos, and Pathos.

10. Why should you research multiple sources to find information on a topic?
    Response: To gather information from all sides of an argument.

11. Which of the following is an example of a cause/effect text structure piece of writing?
    Response: I forgot to pack my lunch; therefore, I was hungry.

12. How does the rhetorical technique support the author's point of view about immigration?
    Response: By using an allusion to an iconic figure known to most audience members.

13. What does the Supreme Court most rely upon when reaching a decision regarding a court case?
    Response: constitutional principles.

14. Which word in the following sentence is a verb? The dog ran away with the bone.
    Response: ran.

15. Which word in the following sentence is a noun? The cow jumped over the moon.
    Response: cow.

16. Which word in the following sentence is an adverb? She quickly ran to the store for more milk.
    Response: quickly.

17. Which word in the following sentence is an adjective? He wore a gorgeous red coat to the dance.
    Response: gorgeous.

18. Which word in the following sentence is a preposition? Will you go to the dance with me?
    Response: to.

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