Question
Which statements show examples of distinctions? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses
First, roughen the surface with sandpaper. Next, paint the surface with two coasts of primer. Then, paint the surface with a glossy acrylic paint.
First, roughen the surface with sandpaper. Next, paint the surface with two coasts of primer. Then, paint the surface with a glossy acrylic paint.
Mammals are warm-blooded and have fur. In contrast, reptiles are cold-blooded and have scales.
Mammals are warm-blooded and have fur. In contrast, reptiles are cold-blooded and have scales.
Knitting a sweater is a great way to improve fine motor skills. Furthermore, it engages the creative centers of the brain.
Knitting a sweater is a great way to improve fine motor skills. Furthermore, it engages the creative centers of the brain.
Many people prefer to play games on a computer. On the other hand, some people are fine playing them on their phones.
Many people prefer to play games on a computer. On the other hand, some people are fine playing them on their phones.
Gas prices rose as a result of conflict in the Middle East. Consequently, the price of other goods also increased.
Mount Everest in the Himalaya Mountain range stands 29,053 feet and is still growing, gaining about 4 mm of height a year. Everest is not the Earth’s tallest mountain. That distinction goes to Mount Kea, which rises 33,500 feet when accounting for the nearly 20,000 feet of elevation that hides below sea level.
Which word best introduces the idea that Everest is not the tallest mountain, even though it has immense height?
(1 point)
Responses
In addition to
In addition to
Because of
Because of
Despite
Despite
In similar fashion toWhy Are Yawns Contagious? We Asked a Scientist"
by Teresa Carey
There is no scientific consensus on why we yawn.
One theory argues that when humans are tired, we stop taking deep breaths, which causes a build-up of carbon dioxide in the body, said Douglas Parham, a speech scientist at Wichita State University. A yawn might be a special kind of respiration, Parham said. It builds up oxygen quickly, while expelling carbon dioxide, even more than a deep breath.
Excess carbon dioxide and other chemical changes, such as a drop in oxygen or increase in a compound called adenosine, could also act as “yawn gates,” said James Giordano, a neuroethicist and neuroscientist at Georgetown University. These chemicals send out a signal that triggers a yawn. By yawning, we compress the muscles of the face, driving oxygen-enriched blood to the brain, Giordano said.
Other proposals state the purpose of yawning is to cool the brain, or to stretch internal organs like tissues and lungs, helping the body to liven up.
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Question
Use the passage to answer the question.
What is the purpose of the transitions “One theory” and “other proposals” in this excerpt?
(1 point)
Responses
to show a cause/effect relationship
to show a cause/effect relationship
to point out a specific example of a general phenomenon
to point out a specific example of a general phenomenon
to draw a contrast between two ideas
to draw a contrast between two ideas
to group together explanations to the same question
to group together explanations to the same question
Abraham Lincoln is best known for serving as the sixteenth president of the United States. During his tenure, the Civil War was fought, the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, and the Thirteenth Amendment was ratified. However, Lincoln also had several notable accomplishments before becoming president. One of them took place During the Mexican-American War.
Which opening sentence for a body paragraph that comes after this introduction paragraph would create a sense of cohesion between the two paragraphs?
(1 point)
Responses
Lincoln was born in 1809. He lived in poverty in a small cabin in Kentucky.
Lincoln was born in 1809. He lived in poverty in a small cabin in Kentucky.
Lincoln was an opponent of the Mexican-American War and publicly questioned the United States’ reason for conducting it.
Lincoln was an opponent of the Mexican-American War and publicly questioned the United States’ reason for conducting it.
Lincoln’s death shocked the nation, and the grieving went on for months.
Lincoln’s death shocked the nation, and the grieving went on for months.
While controversial during his lifetime, many historians today rate Lincoln as America’s best president.
While controversial during his lifetime, many historians today rate Lincoln as America’s best president.
also put a b c or d
Responses
First, roughen the surface with sandpaper. Next, paint the surface with two coasts of primer. Then, paint the surface with a glossy acrylic paint.
First, roughen the surface with sandpaper. Next, paint the surface with two coasts of primer. Then, paint the surface with a glossy acrylic paint.
Mammals are warm-blooded and have fur. In contrast, reptiles are cold-blooded and have scales.
Mammals are warm-blooded and have fur. In contrast, reptiles are cold-blooded and have scales.
Knitting a sweater is a great way to improve fine motor skills. Furthermore, it engages the creative centers of the brain.
Knitting a sweater is a great way to improve fine motor skills. Furthermore, it engages the creative centers of the brain.
Many people prefer to play games on a computer. On the other hand, some people are fine playing them on their phones.
Many people prefer to play games on a computer. On the other hand, some people are fine playing them on their phones.
Gas prices rose as a result of conflict in the Middle East. Consequently, the price of other goods also increased.
Mount Everest in the Himalaya Mountain range stands 29,053 feet and is still growing, gaining about 4 mm of height a year. Everest is not the Earth’s tallest mountain. That distinction goes to Mount Kea, which rises 33,500 feet when accounting for the nearly 20,000 feet of elevation that hides below sea level.
Which word best introduces the idea that Everest is not the tallest mountain, even though it has immense height?
(1 point)
Responses
In addition to
In addition to
Because of
Because of
Despite
Despite
In similar fashion toWhy Are Yawns Contagious? We Asked a Scientist"
by Teresa Carey
There is no scientific consensus on why we yawn.
One theory argues that when humans are tired, we stop taking deep breaths, which causes a build-up of carbon dioxide in the body, said Douglas Parham, a speech scientist at Wichita State University. A yawn might be a special kind of respiration, Parham said. It builds up oxygen quickly, while expelling carbon dioxide, even more than a deep breath.
Excess carbon dioxide and other chemical changes, such as a drop in oxygen or increase in a compound called adenosine, could also act as “yawn gates,” said James Giordano, a neuroethicist and neuroscientist at Georgetown University. These chemicals send out a signal that triggers a yawn. By yawning, we compress the muscles of the face, driving oxygen-enriched blood to the brain, Giordano said.
Other proposals state the purpose of yawning is to cool the brain, or to stretch internal organs like tissues and lungs, helping the body to liven up.
© NewsHour Productions LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Question
Use the passage to answer the question.
What is the purpose of the transitions “One theory” and “other proposals” in this excerpt?
(1 point)
Responses
to show a cause/effect relationship
to show a cause/effect relationship
to point out a specific example of a general phenomenon
to point out a specific example of a general phenomenon
to draw a contrast between two ideas
to draw a contrast between two ideas
to group together explanations to the same question
to group together explanations to the same question
Abraham Lincoln is best known for serving as the sixteenth president of the United States. During his tenure, the Civil War was fought, the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, and the Thirteenth Amendment was ratified. However, Lincoln also had several notable accomplishments before becoming president. One of them took place During the Mexican-American War.
Which opening sentence for a body paragraph that comes after this introduction paragraph would create a sense of cohesion between the two paragraphs?
(1 point)
Responses
Lincoln was born in 1809. He lived in poverty in a small cabin in Kentucky.
Lincoln was born in 1809. He lived in poverty in a small cabin in Kentucky.
Lincoln was an opponent of the Mexican-American War and publicly questioned the United States’ reason for conducting it.
Lincoln was an opponent of the Mexican-American War and publicly questioned the United States’ reason for conducting it.
Lincoln’s death shocked the nation, and the grieving went on for months.
Lincoln’s death shocked the nation, and the grieving went on for months.
While controversial during his lifetime, many historians today rate Lincoln as America’s best president.
While controversial during his lifetime, many historians today rate Lincoln as America’s best president.
also put a b c or d
Answers
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### Distinction Statements
Select the two correct answers:
a. First, roughen the surface with sandpaper. Next, paint the surface with two coats of primer. Then, paint the surface with a glossy acrylic paint.
b. Mammals are warm-blooded and have fur. In contrast, reptiles are cold-blooded and have scales. **(Correct)**
c. Knitting a sweater is a great way to improve fine motor skills. Furthermore, it engages the creative centers of the brain.
d. Many people prefer to play games on a computer. On the other hand, some people are fine playing them on their phones. **(Correct)**
e. Gas prices rose as a result of conflict in the Middle East. Consequently, the price of other goods also increased.
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### Word that Introduces the Idea of Height Distinction
Which word best introduces the idea that Everest is not the tallest mountain, even though it has immense height?
a. In addition to
b. Because of
c. Despite **(Correct)**
d. In similar fashion to
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### Purpose of Transitions in the Yawning Passage
What is the purpose of the transitions “One theory” and “other proposals” in this excerpt?
a. to show a cause/effect relationship
b. to point out a specific example of a general phenomenon
c. to draw a contrast between two ideas
d. to group together explanations to the same question **(Correct)**
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### Opening Sentence for Cohesion
Which opening sentence for a body paragraph that comes after this introduction paragraph would create a sense of cohesion between the two paragraphs?
a. Lincoln was born in 1809. He lived in poverty in a small cabin in Kentucky.
b. Lincoln was an opponent of the Mexican-American War and publicly questioned the United States’ reason for conducting it. **(Correct)**
c. Lincoln’s death shocked the nation, and the grieving went on for months.
d. While controversial during his lifetime, many historians today rate Lincoln as America’s best president.
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Let me know if you need further assistance!
### Distinction Statements
Select the two correct answers:
a. First, roughen the surface with sandpaper. Next, paint the surface with two coats of primer. Then, paint the surface with a glossy acrylic paint.
b. Mammals are warm-blooded and have fur. In contrast, reptiles are cold-blooded and have scales. **(Correct)**
c. Knitting a sweater is a great way to improve fine motor skills. Furthermore, it engages the creative centers of the brain.
d. Many people prefer to play games on a computer. On the other hand, some people are fine playing them on their phones. **(Correct)**
e. Gas prices rose as a result of conflict in the Middle East. Consequently, the price of other goods also increased.
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### Word that Introduces the Idea of Height Distinction
Which word best introduces the idea that Everest is not the tallest mountain, even though it has immense height?
a. In addition to
b. Because of
c. Despite **(Correct)**
d. In similar fashion to
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### Purpose of Transitions in the Yawning Passage
What is the purpose of the transitions “One theory” and “other proposals” in this excerpt?
a. to show a cause/effect relationship
b. to point out a specific example of a general phenomenon
c. to draw a contrast between two ideas
d. to group together explanations to the same question **(Correct)**
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### Opening Sentence for Cohesion
Which opening sentence for a body paragraph that comes after this introduction paragraph would create a sense of cohesion between the two paragraphs?
a. Lincoln was born in 1809. He lived in poverty in a small cabin in Kentucky.
b. Lincoln was an opponent of the Mexican-American War and publicly questioned the United States’ reason for conducting it. **(Correct)**
c. Lincoln’s death shocked the nation, and the grieving went on for months.
d. While controversial during his lifetime, many historians today rate Lincoln as America’s best president.
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Let me know if you need further assistance!