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How does paragraph 3 contribute to a central idea of Anime: Animated Drawings? A . It explains how the characters of anime have a large fan base around the world. B. It gives examples of how anime contains diverse and varied content and styles. C. It provides a list of anime genres and to which age groups they appeal. D . It describes how Tezuka affected the style of modern-day anime.

D. It describes how Tezuka affected the style of modern-day anime.

What does the phrase "geared toward" mean as it is used in paragraph 4 of "Manga"? A . shifted by B. tailored for C. provided to D . patterned after

B. tailored for

The following question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B. Part A: Which statement BEST summarizes the central idea of "Manga"? A . The artist Osamu Tezuka is an important figure in the history of manga. B . Manga appeals to many people because of its diverse topics and styles. C. American comics and manga have a shared history, but they have very different styles. D . Manga and anime are often thought to be interchangeable, but they are not the same thing. Multiple Choice Question Part B: Which sentence from "Manga" BEST supports the correct answer in Part A? A . The phrase "whimsical pictures" is a perfect description for this diverse medium loved by so many. (paragraph 1) B . The word manga comes from two Japanese characters: man, meaning "whimsical," and ga, meaning "pictures." (paragraph 1) C. Osamu's art and writing style influenced most modern manga that followed. (paragraph 2) D . It is action, fantasy, and adventure written for boys. (paragraph

Part A: B. Manga appeals to many people because of its diverse topics and styles.

Part B: B. The word manga comes from two Japanese characters: man, meaning "whimsical," and ga, meaning "pictures." (paragraph 1)

Which evidence from "Manga" MOST STRONGLY supports the author's claim that manga is more popular than American comics? A . You could probably name several superheroes featured in popular American comic books, but you may not know that many Japanese comic books are even more beloved worldwide. (paragraph 1) B. Books with pictures surrounded by dialogue appeared in the eighteenth century. (paragraph 2) C. Although American comics inspired modern manga, there are differences. (paragraph 3) D . It is estimated that manga creators made more than five billion dollars in 2020, while the American comic industry earned only $1.28 billion. (paragraph 3)

D . It is estimated that manga creators made more than five billion dollars in 2020, while the American comic industry earned only $1.28 billion. (paragraph 3)

Which TWO pieces of evidence from “Anime” MOST STRONGLY support the author’s claim that anime is more popular than ever? A . People have been enjoying cartoons in theaters and on television for more than 100 years. (paragraph 1) B. While American animation appeals to children, anime attracts audiences of all ages. (paragraph 1) C. Anime was first introduced in Japan in the 1920s, but modern anime evolved from manga after World War II. (paragraph 2) D . Anime has epic storylines that cover . . . romance, science fiction, and action. (paragraph 3) E . In 2019, the anime industry earned . . . double what it made eight years prior. (paragraph 4) F. Streaming services have helped it become more mainstream by giving people access to well-liked series, like Pokémon and My Hero Acadamia. (paragraph 4)

E. In 2019, the anime industry earned . . . double what it made eight years prior. (paragraph 4)

F. Streaming services have helped it become more mainstream by giving people access to well-liked series, like Pokémon and My Hero Acadamia. (paragraph 4)

A student is writing an argumentative essay for her class. The student wants to revise the draft to have more clarity. Read the draft of the essay and complete the task that follows. Many students look forward to getting a part–time job after school. Working at an after–school job is a big step toward growing up. Students go to school to learn to prepare for college and then for life as an adult. Having a job is another way students can get ready for their future. Students can learn how to be independent and responsible. It also teaches students life skills that can be hard to learn in school, like how to manage their time and money. Some may say that having an after–school job takes time away from homework. However, some studies have shown that students with part–time jobs after school earn higher grades than those who do not. It is true that students who work after school might not be able to join sports teams or do other extracurricular activities, but many jobs also give students the chance to learn about teamwork and make friends. Jobs are important because they are a source of useful skills, money and pride for students. Revise the introduction by choosing the sentence that would improve the introduction by setting up the argument. A. Many students have to work to help support their families. B. Having a job has both long–term and short–term benefits for students. C. Parents should encourage their children to do volunteer work if they cannot find jobs. D. All students should try having an after–school job so they can figure out if they like working.