Question
Introduction 1:
Have you ever considered writing as a hobby? You might think it would take forever to write something worth reading, that it would eat up all your free time, or even that you have nothing to say. But for many people, writing is a much healthier way to use free time than other pastimes such as video games or television. Writing allows one to explore thoughts, express opinions, and create. And when you finish your writing, you will have something to show the world—unlike with less productive pastimes. If you want to turn your free time into something you can be proud of, you should check out an introductory writing course today.
Introduction 2:
Do you ever feel like your thoughts are swirling around with nowhere to go? Do you have ideas about the world that are hard to articulate? Writing might be a good way to explore your own mind. As a hobby, writing can be fun and rewarding. And at the end of the day, you get to choose what to keep to yourself and what to share with the world—if you choose to share at all. If writing sounds right for you, consider signing up for an introductory writing course today.
Question
Use the sample introductions to answer the question.
What is similar about the two introductions? Select the three correct answers.
(2 points)
Responses
Both introductions explain why writing is more productive than other hobbies.
Both introductions explain why writing is more productive than other hobbies.
Both introductions use an anecdote to make the subject more engaging and relatable.
Both introductions use an anecdote to make the subject more engaging and relatable.
Both introductions use rhetorical questions to hook the reader.
Both introductions use rhetorical questions to hook the reader.
Both introductions make it clear that writing is done for the benefit of the writer.
Both introductions make it clear that writing is done for the benefit of the writer.
Both introductions directly address the reader with a second-person point of view.
Both introductions directly address the reader with a second-person point of view.
Both introductions use the idea that writing can help one explore their thoughts to support the main claim.
Have you ever considered writing as a hobby? You might think it would take forever to write something worth reading, that it would eat up all your free time, or even that you have nothing to say. But for many people, writing is a much healthier way to use free time than other pastimes such as video games or television. Writing allows one to explore thoughts, express opinions, and create. And when you finish your writing, you will have something to show the world—unlike with less productive pastimes. If you want to turn your free time into something you can be proud of, you should check out an introductory writing course today.
Introduction 2:
Do you ever feel like your thoughts are swirling around with nowhere to go? Do you have ideas about the world that are hard to articulate? Writing might be a good way to explore your own mind. As a hobby, writing can be fun and rewarding. And at the end of the day, you get to choose what to keep to yourself and what to share with the world—if you choose to share at all. If writing sounds right for you, consider signing up for an introductory writing course today.
Question
Use the sample introductions to answer the question.
What is similar about the two introductions? Select the three correct answers.
(2 points)
Responses
Both introductions explain why writing is more productive than other hobbies.
Both introductions explain why writing is more productive than other hobbies.
Both introductions use an anecdote to make the subject more engaging and relatable.
Both introductions use an anecdote to make the subject more engaging and relatable.
Both introductions use rhetorical questions to hook the reader.
Both introductions use rhetorical questions to hook the reader.
Both introductions make it clear that writing is done for the benefit of the writer.
Both introductions make it clear that writing is done for the benefit of the writer.
Both introductions directly address the reader with a second-person point of view.
Both introductions directly address the reader with a second-person point of view.
Both introductions use the idea that writing can help one explore their thoughts to support the main claim.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The three correct answers regarding the similarities between the two introductions are:
1. **Both introductions use rhetorical questions to hook the reader.**
Both introductions engage the reader by posing questions that make them reflect on their own experiences and thoughts related to writing.
2. **Both introductions make it clear that writing is done for the benefit of the writer.**
Each introduction emphasizes that writing is a valuable activity for personal exploration and expression, benefiting the writer themselves.
3. **Both introductions directly address the reader with a second-person point of view.**
Both pieces utilize "you" to speak directly to the reader, creating a conversational and engaging tone.
The other options related to productivity comparisons and anecdotes do not accurately reflect the content of both introductions.
1. **Both introductions use rhetorical questions to hook the reader.**
Both introductions engage the reader by posing questions that make them reflect on their own experiences and thoughts related to writing.
2. **Both introductions make it clear that writing is done for the benefit of the writer.**
Each introduction emphasizes that writing is a valuable activity for personal exploration and expression, benefiting the writer themselves.
3. **Both introductions directly address the reader with a second-person point of view.**
Both pieces utilize "you" to speak directly to the reader, creating a conversational and engaging tone.
The other options related to productivity comparisons and anecdotes do not accurately reflect the content of both introductions.