Hosting the Olympics comes with a large price tag. If the games are so expensive, why do cities want to host the Olympics? Cities are able to show pride in their country, employ people to improve infrastructure, and profit from the tourism dollars added to the community.
Which text structure does the paragraph demonstrate?
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Responses
cause/effect
cause/effect
sequence
sequence
problem/solution
problem/solution
compare/contrast
The paragraph demonstrates the "cause/effect" text structure. It presents the effect or consequence of hosting the Olympics, such as showing pride in their country, employing people for infrastructure improvements, and profiting from tourism. Then it links these effects to the cause, which is the decision to host the games despite the large price tag.
How does the paragraph support the author's claim that being chosen as an Olympic host city improves the well-being of its residents?
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It reveals how difficult it is to be selected as a host city.
It reveals how difficult it is to be selected as a host city.
It explains how much money is generated by being a host city for the Olympics.
It explains how much money is generated by being a host city for the Olympics.
It reveals reasons why cities want to host the Olympics.
It reveals reasons why cities want to host the Olympics.
It explains the cost associated with building anything new that is necessary for hosting the games.
The paragraph supports the author's claim that being chosen as an Olympic host city improves the well-being of its residents by:
"It reveals reasons why cities want to host the Olympics."
The reasons given are the opportunities to show national pride, create employment through infrastructure improvements, and benefit economically from increased tourism, all of which can contribute to the well-being of city residents.
Vacant and abandoned homes dot the landscape of many cities across America. Many people believe that these homes result in high costs for policing, inspections, and, ultimately, demolition. However, while these empty structures present community challenges, they are potential properties for hope and revitalization. Communities can fill in the holes and rebuild neighborhoods using innovative approaches. After demolition, for example, empty lots can be turned into spaces for urban farms and community gardens.
How is the author’s position on revitalizing a city unique?
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The author encourages cities to make a plan for tearing down homes that are dangerous for the community.
The author encourages cities to make a plan for tearing down homes that are dangerous for the community.
The author explains why vacant and abandoned structures result in lost revenue for a city.
The author explains why vacant and abandoned structures result in lost revenue for a city.
The author expresses little hope for cities with dilapidated structures.
The author expresses little hope for cities with dilapidated structures.
The author offers examples of how to better a community by beautifying areas of previous destruction.
The author's position on revitalizing a city is unique because:
"The author offers examples of how to better a community by beautifying areas of previous destruction."
This standpoint focuses on the potential for positive change and community improvement through innovative approaches such as creating urban farms and community gardens on the sites of demolished homes, which is a constructive perspective on dealing with the issue of vacant and abandoned houses.
A presenter wants to explain the relationship between the number of sales in a company from one city to the next. Which medium should the presenter use to present the data?(1 point)
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traditional text
traditional text
video
video
a combination of audio and video
a combination of audio and video
audio
To explain the relationship between the number of sales in a company from one city to the next effectively, particularly if there is quantitative data or a need for comparison, the presenter should consider using visual aids. However, since the options provided do not specifically mention visual aids such as graphs or charts, the best choice from the available options would be:
video
A video would allow the presenter to incorporate both visual elements, such as charts or graphs, and verbal explanations to effectively communicate the relationship between sales in different cities. This medium can convey complex information in an understandable way, making it easier for the audience to grasp the comparisons and trends in the sales data.
MOM: You need to start your homework as soon as you get home from school. You will be too tired to do it later.
ISAAC: I'm tired when I get home from school because I've been paying attention in class and surrounded by people all day. I also have to clean my room and take Boomer for a walk.
MOM: Your homework is more important than both of those things.
ISAAC: I agree with you. But by the time I get home from school, I've been doing schoolwork for eight hours straight. If I had a break from doing schoolwork to take care of the other things I need to do before starting homework, I think I would be more focused. Also, I always finish my homework. It's important to me that it get done, too.
Which sentence states Isaac's argument?
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Responses
I also have to clean my room and take Boomer for a walk.
I also have to clean my room and take Boomer for a walk.
I'm tired when I get home from school because I've been paying attention in class and surrounded by people all day.
I'm tired when I get home from school because I've been paying attention in class and surrounded by people all day.
But by the time I get home from school, I've been doing schoolwork for eight hours straight.
But by the time I get home from school, I've been doing schoolwork for eight hours straight.
If I had a break from doing schoolwork to take care of the other things I need to do before starting homework, I think I would be more focused.
The sentence that states Isaac's argument is:
"If I had a break from doing schoolwork to take care of the other things I need to do before starting homework, I think I would be more focused."
This sentence summarizes Isaac's main point that taking a break before starting homework would help him concentrate better when he actually sits down to do it. He acknowledges that completing homework is important but suggests that having a break after a long school day would be beneficial.
Professor Lucy Dobbs of the School of Industrial and Labor Relations recently wrote that chain stores weaken local economies. Compared to chain stores, local businesses spend 6 percent more on hiring local workers. Local charities report significantly higher donations from local businesses. In one town, United Way received most of its income from two local groceries, a hometown bank, and a handful of local specialty shops.
Which sentence best describes the quality of the evidence in the passage?
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Responses
The evidence is relevant, but it is not sufficient.
The evidence is relevant, but it is not sufficient.
The evidence is not reliable and it is out of date.
The evidence is not reliable and it is out of date.
The evidence is sufficient, but biased.
The evidence is sufficient, but biased.
The evidence is relevant and sufficient.