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Matteo is writing an essay with the claim that playing a team sport is beneficial for students. Which kind of evidence could he use to support this claim?(1 point)
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a study explaining that team sports teach students social skills
a study explaining that team sports teach students social skills
statistics showing the percentage of students who participate in team sports
statistics showing the percentage of students who participate in team sports
data detailing the positive physical effects of outdoor activity
data detailing the positive physical effects of outdoor activity
a list of the number of students from his state who became professional athletes
a list of the number of students from his state who became professional athletes
Matteo could use the following evidence to support his claim that playing a team sport is beneficial for students:
- a study explaining that team sports teach students social skills
- statistics showing the percentage of students who participate in team sports
- data detailing the positive physical effects of outdoor activity
Which statement includes a claim that is debatable?(1 point)
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One major university reduced its overall waste output by 62% through a recycling and composting program.
One major university reduced its overall waste output by 62% through a recycling and composting program.
Increasing the refundable deposit for recyclable glass bottles and aluminum cans will encourage more people to recycle.
Increasing the refundable deposit for recyclable glass bottles and aluminum cans will encourage more people to recycle.
Using a metal water bottle is one thing the average person can do to keep plastic out of landfills.
Using a metal water bottle is one thing the average person can do to keep plastic out of landfills.
The Florida legislature is considering adding a refundable deposit to beverages sold in recyclable containers.
The claim that is debatable is:
The Florida legislature is considering adding a refundable deposit to beverages sold in recyclable containers.
Thalia is writing a letter to the city council in her town. There is a vacant lot in her town, and some people want to turn it into a parking lot. Thalia thinks the lot should be turned into a skate park. In an outline she creates to plan her letter, she lists the following reasons:
Reason 1: There is no safe place in town for kids to skateboard or roller-skate.
Reason 2: Adults are always saying that kids need to get more exercise.
Reason 3: Another parking lot would just increase traffic downtown.
Which piece of evidence could Thalia use to support Reason 3?
(1 point)
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Skateboarding is a fun activity that can be very dangerous without proper safety gear and adult supervision.
Skateboarding is a fun activity that can be very dangerous without proper safety gear and adult supervision.
Skateboarding is a very popular sport for kids in town, and giving them a safe place to skate would keep them out of dangerous parking lots.
Skateboarding is a very popular sport for kids in town, and giving them a safe place to skate would keep them out of dangerous parking lots.
Many people ride the bus or walk to the shops downtown, but a parking lot would encourage people to drive instead of using these more environmentally friendly methods of transportation.
Many people ride the bus or walk to the shops downtown, but a parking lot would encourage people to drive instead of using these more environmentally friendly methods of transportation.
Most health-care professionals recommend that kids get at least a half an hour of physical exercise most days of the week, but many children fall short of this benchmark.
Most health-care professionals recommend that kids get at least a half an hour of physical exercise most days of the week, but many children fall short of this benchmark.
Thalia could use the following evidence to support Reason 3:
Many people ride the bus or walk to the shops downtown, but a parking lot would encourage people to drive instead of using these more environmentally friendly methods of transportation.
Ayonna is writing a letter to her state representative. She is arguing that students should have to take first aid class before graduating from high school. In an outline for the letter, Ayonna lists three reasons, along with evidence to support each reason. How should she organize her reasons into paragraphs?(1 point)
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She should write a separate paragraph for each piece of evidence used to support the reasons.
She should write a separate paragraph for each piece of evidence used to support the reasons.
She should choose the most important reason and write as many paragraphs as possible about that reason.
She should choose the most important reason and write as many paragraphs as possible about that reason.
She should use each reason to create a main idea and write one paragraph for each main idea.
She should use each reason to create a main idea and write one paragraph for each main idea.
She should list the reasons in the introduction and write three paragraphs about the most important reason.
Ayonna should use each reason to create a main idea and write one paragraph for each main idea. This will make the letter well-organized and easy to read, with each paragraph addressing a specific reason why students should have to take first aid class before graduating from high school.
Use the claim to answer the question.
Claim: Schools should improve the nutritional value of lunches served at school.
Which source would provide the most relevant information for someone conducting research before writing a persuasive essay supporting this claim?
(1 point)
Responses
a parent survey about which organization should provide the meals for school lunches
a parent survey about which organization should provide the meals for school lunches
a blog about how to make healthy food at home on a limited budget
a blog about how to make healthy food at home on a limited budget
a government website about the nutritional needs of children
a government website about the nutritional needs of children
a newspaper article about the increasing cost of school lunches
a newspaper article about the increasing cost of school lunches
The source that would provide the most relevant information for someone conducting research before writing a persuasive essay supporting the claim that schools should improve the nutritional value of lunches served at school is:
a government website about the nutritional needs of children.
Timothy is writing a persuasive essay. He writes a main claim and takes some notes.
Main Claim: Children should begin taking a foreign language in elementary school.
Note 1: Learning a foreign language gets more difficult as a person gets older.
Note 2: Knowing another language is more important than ever because of increasing globalization.
Note 3: There are statistics about how long it takes to become fluent in a language.
Note 4: Research shows that learning a foreign language helps students in other subjects.
Which note should Timothy label as evidence?
(1 point)
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Note 1
Note 1
Note 4
Note 4
Note 2
Note 2
Note 3
The note that Timothy should label as evidence is:
Note 4: Research shows that learning a foreign language helps students in other subjects.
Use the sentences to answer the question.
Constructing an outdoor enclosure for cats can ease the transition from roaming freely outdoors to being confined, especially if the cat is used to coming and going as it pleases. These enclosures, sometimes called "catios," allow cats to be outside while keeping a barrier between them and birds, rodents, and small reptiles they prey on.
What is the effect of the word especially in the sentences?
(1 point)
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It introduces a new idea.
It introduces a new idea.
It emphasizes an important idea.
It emphasizes an important idea.
It shows that the author is about to give an example.
It shows that the author is about to give an example.
It highlights a contrast between two ideas.
The effect of the word "especially" in the sentences is:
It emphasizes an important idea.
Select the correct answers from the lists.(1 point)
The conclusion of an argumentative essay should
support the main argument. The conclusion should maintain the
developed throughout the essay.
The correct answers are:
- support the main argument.
- maintain the argument developed throughout the essay.
In 1–2 sentences, explain one thing that should be included in a conclusion and one thing that should not be included.(2 points)
A conclusion should include a restatement of the main argument and a summary of the most important points made in the essay. It should not include new information or arguments that were not previously addressed in the essay.
In 3–5 sentences, write a paragraph that includes a claim about your favorite movie or television show, the description of a counterclaim, and an explanation of why the counterclaim is invalid.(4 points)
My favorite television show is Friends. While some may argue that the show is outdated and no longer relevant to today's audience, it remains one of the most popular and beloved sitcoms of all time. Critics of the show may claim that its lack of diversity and stereotypical representation of certain characters are problematic, but it must be remembered that the show premiered in the 1990s and should be viewed through the lens of its time. Additionally, the show's relatable and lovable characters, witty humor, and enduring plotlines continue to resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds, making it a timeless classic.
Use the paragraph to complete the activity.
High schools should require all students to take four years of math. Even though most students will probably not become mathematicians, many of them will choose a profession where math plays an important role. Architects, pharmacists, and carpenters all use math every day. A strong math foundation in high school is important for students to succeed in these and in other professions.
In 1–2 sentences, explain which word or phrase should be added to the paragraph to increase its cohesion and why that word or phrase would increase cohesion.
(2 points)
The word or phrase that should be added to increase the cohesion of the paragraph is "Furthermore" or "In addition". This would help to connect the final sentence to the previous ones by adding another reason for why high schools should require all students to take four years of math, enhancing the clarity of the paragraph's argument. So a possible sentence could be: "Furthermore, a strong math foundation in high school is also important for students who plan on pursuing careers in the fields of engineering, computer science, or finance."
Use the information to complete the activity.
Daniel has compiled this information for an essay on the topic of too much screen time:
Too much screen time can interfere with sleep.
The blue light emitted by screens interferes with sleep hormones.
Many teens are experiencing difficulty falling and staying asleep.
Too much screen time can become addictive.
Many games and videos are exciting and release a pleasure hormone that ends when screen time ends.
A study showed that many teens became irritable when screen time ended.
In 3–5 sentences, write a concluding paragraph for the essay. Be sure to include all of the necessary parts of a conclusion.
(4 points)
In conclusion, the negative effects of too much screen time cannot be ignored. The interference with sleep caused by blue light, the addictive nature of many games and videos, and the irritability experienced by many teens when screen time ends all demonstrate the need for moderation. It is important for parents to establish limits on screen time, and for individuals to be mindful of the time they spend staring at screens. By doing so, not only can we improve our sleep quality and overall health, but we can also ensure that we are not missing out on the joys of the real world around us.
Write a paragraph of three to five sentences describing your favorite food and explaining why it is your favorite. Give at least two reasons, and use words and phrases that create cohesion between the ideas.(4 points)
My favorite food is sushi. I love sushi because it is a perfect blend of flavors and textures wrapped into a beautiful bite-sized package. Firstly, the freshness of the fish combined with the subtle sweetness of the sticky rice and tangy vinegar creates a perfect balance of flavors that always leaves me satisfied. Additionally, the different types of sushi rolls available, from traditional options like salmon and tuna to more modern creations like avocado and spicy crab, ensure that there is always variety and excitement with every bite. Overall, sushi gives me a culinary experience unlike any other, and I always find myself craving it.
Use the sentences to complete the activity.
Statement 1: A study suggested that children who earned an allowance spent their money more carefully than those who did not.
Statement 2: Children should receive an allowance for chores done at home.
Statement 3: With an allowance, children learn about earning money and the value of money.
In 3–5 sentences, explain which statement is a claim, which is a reason, and which is evidence and in which order the statements should be appear in the paragraph.
(4 points)
The claim is Statement 2: Children should receive an allowance for chores done at home. The reason is Statement 3: With an allowance, children learn about earning money and the value of money. The evidence is Statement 1: A study suggested that children who earned an allowance spent their money more carefully than those who did not. The paragraph should begin with the claim, followed by the reason, and then the evidence, in order to effectively support the argument that children should receive an allowance for chores done at home.
Which of the following sentences correctly uses punctuation to show a quick change between ideas?(1 point)
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How can we try to surprise. Your friend. For their graduation.
How can we try to surprise. Your friend. For their graduation.
After you get back from your trip, be sure to upload photos, check your mail, and water your plants.
After you get back from your trip, be sure to upload photos, check your mail, and water your plants.
In the end . . . everyone was safe . . . the sun set on a good day.
In the end . . . everyone was safe . . . the sun set on a good day.
"Did you hear from Steve about — oh, and be sure to take out the — yes I know his graduation is coming up."
The sentence that correctly uses punctuation to show a quick change between ideas is:
"After you get back from your trip, be sure to upload photos, check your mail, and water your plants."
The commas separate the list of tasks, indicating a change between ideas.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?(1 point)
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I baked many items for the bake sale: banana and blueberry muffins; chocolate and lemon cupcakes; and blackberry and cherry pie.
I baked many items for the bake sale: banana and blueberry muffins; chocolate and lemon cupcakes; and blackberry and cherry pie.
My favorite foods are: pizza with ham and pineapple; and lasagna.
My favorite foods are: pizza with ham and pineapple; and lasagna.
For my birthday I received: a new bike that I plan to use in a race next month and a gift card to the local book store.
For my birthday I received: a new bike that I plan to use in a race next month and a gift card to the local book store.
The club can meet in one of these locations, the gym, the library, or the cafeteria.
The sentence that is punctuated correctly is:
"I baked many items for the bake sale: banana and blueberry muffins; chocolate and lemon cupcakes; and blackberry and cherry pie."
It correctly uses the semicolon to separate items in a list.
Which sentence uses a comma to separate two independent clauses?(1 point)
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It's a great day to fly a kite because it is warm, and sunny.
It's a great day to fly a kite because it is warm, and sunny.
I need carrots, beans, and potatoes.
I need carrots, beans, and potatoes.
AJ likes butter, and jelly on toast.
AJ likes butter, and jelly on toast.
Stu likes cake, but I like brownies.
The sentence that uses a comma to separate two independent clauses is:
"Stu likes cake, but I like brownies."
The comma is used before the coordinating conjunction "but" to separate the two independent clauses.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?(1 point)
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“Please hand out the worksheets to the students’,” the teacher told me.
“Please hand out the worksheets to the students’,” the teacher told me.
“That dog is the Jones,’ ” my neighbor said.
“That dog is the Jones,’ ” my neighbor said.
“Those backpacks are my sisters,” Callie said.
“Those backpacks are my sisters,” Callie said.
“Put your science projects next to the seventh graders’,” he instructed.
The sentence that is punctuated correctly is:
“Those backpacks are my sisters,” Callie said.
It properly uses quotation marks to indicate direct speech and places the comma after the closing quotation mark.
Which sentence uses punctuation correctly?(1 point)
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"Didn't you say I could go"? asked Ben.
"Didn't you say I could go"? asked Ben.
Didn't you say I could go? asked Ben.
Didn't you say I could go? asked Ben.
"Didn't you say I could go? asked Ben."
"Didn't you say I could go? asked Ben."
"Didn't you say I could go?" asked Ben.
The sentence that uses the punctuation correctly is:
"Didn't you say I could go?" asked Ben.
It properly uses a question mark inside the closing quotation marks and places the attribution ("asked Ben") after the quotation.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?(1 point)
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Sam likes to run marathons; the Boston Marathon; the New York Marathon; and the Iron Man Challenge.
Sam likes to run marathons; the Boston Marathon; the New York Marathon; and the Iron Man Challenge.
Sam likes to run marathons; he trains all year long.
Sam likes to run marathons; he trains all year long.
Sam likes to run marathons: the Boston Marathon: the New York Marathon: and the Iron Man Challenge.
Sam likes to run marathons: the Boston Marathon: the New York Marathon: and the Iron Man Challenge.
Sam likes to run marathons: he is a talented painter.
Sam likes to run marathons: he is a talented painter.
The sentence that is punctuated correctly is:
"Sam likes to run marathons; he trains all year long."
It uses a semicolon to clearly separate two related independent clauses.
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?(1 point)
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Dee passed her math test with a perfect score: she studied all week long.
Dee passed her math test with a perfect score: she studied all week long.
Dee passed her math test with a perfect score: her favorite color is blue.
Dee passed her math test with a perfect score: her favorite color is blue.
Dee passed her math test: with a perfect score: she got all the answers correct.
Dee passed her math test: with a perfect score: she got all the answers correct.
Dee passed her math test: with a perfect score, she got all the answers correct.
Dee passed her math test: with a perfect score, she got all the answers correct.