A good synthesis should include a highlight of ideas that converged and diverged. This allows for a comprehensive understanding of the topic by showcasing both common grounds and differing perspectives, enabling a nuanced view of the discussion.
What should a good synthesis include?(1 point)
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a highlight of ideas that converged and diverged
a highlight of ideas that converged and diverged
a shortened version of the discussion’s ideas and main points
a shortened version of the discussion’s ideas and main points
a definite conclusion
a definite conclusion
a focus on points that are all agreed upon
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“The parasitic butterfly larvae live in the ant nest for at least 11 months, during which time they eat ant grubs and gain more than 90 percent of their biomass,” said entomologist and ecologist Francesca Barbero of the University of Turin, who co-authored the study. In the end, the caterpillar’s feast annihilates the nest.
Which detail was left uncertain in the article?
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the reason the ant nest is destroyed
the reason the ant nest is destroyed
the reason the Large Blue butterfly larvae is a parasite
the reason the Large Blue butterfly larvae is a parasite
the reason the scientist was quoted in the article
the reason the scientist was quoted in the article
the reason the Large Blue butterfly larvae lives in the ant nest
Which detail was left uncertain in the article?
(1 point)
Responses
the reason the ant nest is destroyed
the reason the ant nest is destroyed
the reason the Large Blue butterfly larvae is a parasite
the reason the Large Blue butterfly larvae is a parasite
the reason the scientist was quoted in the article
the reason the scientist was quoted in the article
the reason the Large Blue butterfly larvae lives in the ant nest
The detail that was left uncertain in the article is the reason the Large Blue butterfly larvae lives in the ant nest. While the article discusses the larvae's consumption of ant grubs and the destruction of the nest, it does not provide an explanation for why the larvae choose to live in the ant nest in the first place.
Which describes the word part non in nonexistent?(1 point)
Responses
It is a base word.
It is a base word.
It is a suffix.
It is a suffix.
It is a free morpheme.
It is a free morpheme.
It is a bound morpheme.
Responses
It is a base word.
It is a base word.
It is a suffix.
It is a suffix.
It is a free morpheme.
It is a free morpheme.
It is a bound morpheme.
The word part "non" in "nonexistent" is a bound morpheme. Bound morphemes cannot stand alone as words and are instead attached to other morphemes to modify their meanings. In this case, "non" indicates negation.
Use the passage from the “How to Keep Conspiracy Theories from Ruining Your Time with Family” article to answer the question.
What is the denotation of the word rhetoric as used in the passage?
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written composition
written composition
persuasive language
persuasive language
sincere sentiment
sincere sentiment
pompous bragging
What is the denotation of the word rhetoric as used in the passage?
(1 point)
Responses
written composition
written composition
persuasive language
persuasive language
sincere sentiment
sincere sentiment
pompous bragging
In the context of the passage, the denotation of the word "rhetoric" is persuasive language. Rhetoric refers to the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially the use of figures of speech and other compositional techniques.
Use the passage from “Why are yawns contagious? We asked a scientist.” to answer the question.
Why is the text structure in this passage effective?
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It includes information from a variety of sources.
It includes information from a variety of sources.
It introduces a problem/solution structure that is supported with claims and counterclaims.
It introduces a problem/solution structure that is supported with claims and counterclaims.
It establishes a why/because relationship that is supported with reasons and evidence.
It establishes a why/because relationship that is supported with reasons and evidence.
It expresses the views of respected scientists.
Why is the text structure in this passage effective?
(1 point)
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It includes information from a variety of sources.
It includes information from a variety of sources.
It introduces a problem/solution structure that is supported with claims and counterclaims.
It introduces a problem/solution structure that is supported with claims and counterclaims.
It establishes a why/because relationship that is supported with reasons and evidence.
It establishes a why/because relationship that is supported with reasons and evidence.
It expresses the views of respected scientists.
The text structure in the passage is effective because it establishes a why/because relationship that is supported with reasons and evidence. This structure helps clarify the cause-and-effect relationship regarding why yawns are contagious, providing a logical flow that aids in understanding the scientific explanations involved.
What was the main purpose of the study?
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to determine where the butterflies lay their eggs
to determine where the butterflies lay their eggs
to explain how the Myrmica ants leave a chemical trail
to explain how the Myrmica ants leave a chemical trail
to explain when the oregano plants make carvacrol
to explain when the oregano plants make carvacrol
to determine how the butterflies locate the Myrmica ants
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Responses
to determine where the butterflies lay their eggs
to determine where the butterflies lay their eggs
to explain how the Myrmica ants leave a chemical trail
to explain how the Myrmica ants leave a chemical trail
to explain when the oregano plants make carvacrol
to explain when the oregano plants make carvacrol
to determine how the butterflies locate the Myrmica ants
The main purpose of the study was to determine how the butterflies locate the Myrmica ants. This understanding is essential for studying the relationship between the butterflies and their ant hosts.