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

Question

Connections Distinctions
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.

The game was canceled on account of bad weather.

Answer 1

Here are the correct answers for connections and distinctions for each sentence:

1. Connections

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

2. Distinctions

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

3. Distinctions

   • "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."

4. Connections

   • "The game was canceled on account of bad weather."