An Introduction to Shakespeare and <em>Romeo and Juliet</em>, Part 1 Answers | Summer School 26 Literature Composition II

Read the excerpt from "The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood.”"Ay, marry, will I join with you all," quoth the Tinker, "for I love a merry life, and I love thee, good master, though thou didst thwack my ribs and cheat me into the bargain. Fain am I to own thou art both a stouter and a slyer man than I; so I will obey thee and be thine own true servant."So all turned their steps to the forest depths, where the Tinker was to live henceforth.

A

Money is everything.

B

Rebels inspire loyalty.

C

Obedience is better than rebellion.

D

Cheating will get you everywhere.

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Which phrases in the excerpt best support the author’s purpose of creating a positive image of a town? Select five options.

A

heart of America

B

live in harmony

C

with its surroundings

D

lay in the midst

E

hillsides of orchards

F

in autumn

G

blaze of color

H

prosperous farms

2

Read the rough draft of a student’s conclusion to an argumentative editorial.(1) Year-round schooling would help student achievement. (2) Not so much information would have to be crammed into nine months. (3) Furthermore, the elimination of long breaks, particularly summer break, would significantly reduce "learning loss” and the additional time wasted at the beginning of each academic year to reteach previously learned material. (4) It is clear that year-round schooling helps students learn and retain more. (5) The United States is not the only country to experiment with a year-round school schedule. (6) Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, these people need to open their eyes and see that students in these schools consistently score higher on certain assessments than students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars. (7) It is about time that we replaced our outdated and inefficient school calendars.

A

sentence 1

B

sentence 3

C

sentence 5

D

sentence 7

2

Which sentence contains a nonrestrictive clause that is punctuated correctly?

A

My boss—who was recently promoted again is great at motivating her employees.

B

My boss, who was recently promoted again, is great at motivating her employees.

C

My boss who was recently promoted again—is great at motivating her employees.

D

My boss, who was recently promoted again is great at motivating, her employees.

3

Read the excerpt from "The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood where a tinker approaches Robin Hood with a warrant for his arrest.""There stands a tinker," quoth Robin, "that would fain take me to Nottingham, there to hang upon the gallows tree.""Then shall he himself hang forthwith," cried Little John, and he and the others made at the Tinker, to seize him."Nay, touch him not," said Robin, "for a right stout man is he. A metal man he is by trade, and a mettled man by nature; moreover, he doth sing a lovely ballad. Say, good fellow, wilt thou join my merry men all? Three suits of Lincoln green shalt thou have a year, besides forty marks in fee; thou shalt share all with us and lead a right merry life in the greenwood; for cares have we not, and misfortune cometh not upon us within the sweet shades of Sherwood, where we shoot the dun deer and feed upon venison and sweet oaten cakes, and curds and honey. Wilt thou come with me?"

A

Robin shows compassion to the tinker.

B

Robin follows his own moral code rather than the law.

C

Robin steals from the rich to give to the poor.

D

Robin seeks revenge towards the Sheriff of Nottingham.

3

Cinta reviewed her notes about genealogical research before the class discussion. She was ready to share her information with her classmates and then answer questions. When Mr. MacGregor asked if she was ready, Cinta smiled and nodded her head.

A

informal

B

casual

C

scientific

D

formal

4

Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone.Gene Johnson, the Ajax of this biological war, paced back and forth across the loading dock among a pile of camouflaged military trunks—his stockpile of gear from Kitum Cave. The trunks contained field space suits, battery packs, rubber gloves, surgical scrub suits, syringes, needles, drugs, dissection tools, flashlights, one or two human surgery packs, blunt scissors, sample bags, plastic bottles, pickling preservatives, biohazard bags marked with red flowers, and hand-pumped garden sprayers for spraying bleach on space suits and objects that needed to be decontaminated.

A

describe the setting in vivid and accurate detail

B

convince the reader that the text is nonfiction

C

make the text seem more genuine and authentic

D

prove that the writer is an expert on the subject

4

Read the rough draft of a student’s conclusion to an argumentative editorial.(1) Year-round schooling would help student achievement. (2) Not so much information would have to be crammed into nine months. (3) Furthermore, the elimination of long breaks, particularly summer break, would significantly reduce "learning loss” and the additional time wasted at the beginning of each academic year to reteach previously learned material. (4) It is clear that year-round schooling helps students learn and retain more. (5) The United States is not the only country to experiment with a year-round school schedule. (6) Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, these people need to open their eyes and see that students in these schools consistently score higher on certain assessments than students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars. (7) It is about time that we replaced our outdated and inefficient school calendars.

A

Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, studies consistently reveal that year-round students score higher on certain assessments than those students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars.

B

Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, this theory is wrong because students in year-round schools consistently score higher on certain assessments than those students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars.

C

Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, they would admit defeat if only they would do their research and find that students in year-round schools consistently score higher on certain assessments than those students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars.

D

Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, these people need to study their facts and acknowledge that students in year-round schools consistently score higher on certain assessments than those students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars.

4

Which sentences are punctuated correctly? Select 2 options.Andrew’s favorite vegetables are: cucumbers, green beans, and red peppers.Darren told me about his travels to different tropical islands: Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Jamaica.There were several activities to choose from at the resort: snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.Samantha enjoyed many types of music; jazz, classical, hip hop, country, and heavy metal.On my way to the movies, I had to pick up: Roger, Miguel, Kimberly, and Bev.

A

Andrew’s favorite vegetables are: cucumbers, green beans, and red peppers.

B

Darren told me about his travels to different tropical islands: Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Jamaica.

C

There were several activities to choose from at the resort: snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.

D

Samantha enjoyed many types of music; jazz, classical, hip hop, country, and heavy metal.

E

On my way to the movies, I had to pick up: Roger, Miguel, Kimberly, and Bev.

5

Mr. Shae’s class is having a discussion about the writings of Shakespeare. One student says, "One theme found in Romeo and Juliet is that love can cause violence. Although the play is a famous love story, it is actually very violent.”

A

“Who is the most romantic character in Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet?”

B

“What are some specific examples of love causing violence in Romeo and Juliet?”

C

“Who were the most violent characters in this classic Shakespeare play?”

D

“What are some symbols used by Shakespeare to depict love and violence?”

5

Read the sentence.Henry David Thoreau, often known as the father of environmentalism wrote the book entitled Walden.

A

place a dash after “environmentalism”

B

remove the comma after “Thoreau”

C

place parentheses around “entitled Walden”

D

add a comma after “environmentalism”

6

Mr. Tyler’s class is having a discussion about whether sugary drinks should be sold at an upcoming school event. One student says, "Sugary drinks are not nutritious and can cause many health problems."

A

“Do you have a favorite recipe for fresh fruit smoothies?”

B

“What are the health problems caused by sugary drinks?”

C

“Don’t you think alternatives are a lot more expensive?”

D

“How do you know so much about nutrition?”

6

Kaci and her classmates are discussing the importance of nutrition in students’ health. Kaci has come prepared with some nutrition facts she found online. She has prepared a few answers to questions that may arise about her findings.

A

has more information than anyone else.

B

is ready to share and answer questions.

C

has very strong opinions.

D

possesses a loud voice.

7

Which changes should be made to improve this summary of the paragraph’s central idea? Select two options.

A

Remove the phrase “It is petrifying” because it expresses a personal feeling.

B

Include the detail that there was a dead virus living inside the monkey.

C

Remove the detail that viruses can come alive even if they are dead.

D

Add the phrase “and spread throughout the human species” to the end of the statement to more fully express the central idea.

E

Add a personal opinion about what may happen if the virus does “come alive.”

7

Ms. Nichol’s class is having a discussion about Greek mythology. One student says, "The influence of the goddess Demeter can be found throughout Greek history and culture. She is the goddess of the harvest as well as the cycle of life.”

A

“What role did Demeter play in the lives of the other Greek gods?”

B

“Who were some of Demeter’s allies in Greek mythology?”

C

“What are some ways in which the influence of Demeter can be seen in Greek culture?”

D

“Who were Demeter’s greatest enemies, according to Greek myths?”

7

In a discussion, Kate shares her opinion about her ballet class: "I love the way ballet makes me feel! I have become so much stronger and more flexible since I joined the dance studio.”

A

Ballet is a dance form that encourages strong muscles and posture.

B

Injured athletes use ballet as part of a physical therapy recovery plan.

C

Concentration, which encourages mental strength, is an important part of ballet.

D

Doctors recommend ballet to patients suffering from back pain and arthritis.

8

Which statement best describes the rebel archetype?

A

A rebel archetype is someone who offers guidance and support.

B

A rebel archetype is someone who evokes pity and distress.

C

A rebel archetype is someone who lives by their own moral code.

D

A rebel archetype is someone who may be corrupt or evil.

8

Read the rough draft of a student’s conclusion to an argumentative editorial.(1) Year-round schooling would help student achievement. (2) Not so much information would have to be crammed into nine months. (3) Furthermore, the elimination of long breaks, particularly summer break, would significantly reduce "learning loss” and the additional time wasted at the beginning of each academic year to reteach previously learned material. (4) It is clear that year-round schooling helps students learn and retain more. (5) The United States is not the only country to experiment with a year-round school schedule. (6) Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, these people need to open their eyes and see that students in these schools consistently score higher on certain assessments than students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars. (7) It is about time that we replaced our outdated and inefficient school calendars.

A

It criticizes those who disagree with the writer.

B

It strengthens the viewpoint of the opposition.

C

It states a fact that is unrelated to the topic.

D

It unnecessarily restates the editorial’s claim.

9

Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone.There she met Lieutenant Colonel Trotter, a stocky, dark-haired man whom Nancy had worked with for many years. They put on their inner gloves and taped their cuffs. Nancy put a pair of hearing protectors over her ears. She had started wearing them a while back, when people had begun to suspect that the roar of air in your suit might be loud enough to damage your hearing. They hauled on their space suits and sealed the Ziploc zippers. They edged around each other as they fiddled with their suits. People wearing biohazard space suits tend to step around one another like two wrestlers at the beginning of a match, watching the other person's every move, especially watching the hands to make sure they don't hold a sharp object. This cringing becomes instinctive.

A

There she met Lieutenant Colonel Trotter, a stocky, dark-haired man whom Nancy had worked with for many years. They put on their inner gloves and taped their cuffs.

B

There she met Lieutenant Colonel Trotter, a stocky, dark-haired man whom Nancy had worked with for many years. They put on their inner gloves and taped their cuffs.

C

Nancy put a pair of hearing protectors over her ears. She had started wearing them a while back, when people had begun to suspect that the roar of air in your suit might be loud enough to damage your hearing.

D

Nancy put a pair of hearing protectors over her ears. She had started wearing them a while back, when people had begun to suspect that the roar of air in your suit might be loud enough to damage your hearing.

E

They hauled on their space suits and sealed the Ziploc zippers. They edged around each other as they fiddled with their suits.

F

They hauled on their space suits and sealed the Ziploc zippers. They edged around each other as they fiddled with their suits.

G

People wearing biohazard space suits tend to step around one another like two wrestlers at the beginning of a match, watching the other person's every move, especially watching the hands to make sure they don't hold a sharp object. This cringing becomes instinctive.

H

People wearing biohazard space suits tend to step around one another like two wrestlers at the beginning of a match, watching the other person's every move, especially watching the hands to make sure they don't hold a sharp object. This cringing becomes instinctive.

9

Read the rough draft of a student’s conclusion to an argumentative editorial.(1) Year-round schooling would help student achievement. (2) Not so much information would have to be crammed into nine months. (3) Furthermore, the elimination of long breaks, particularly summer break, would significantly reduce "learning loss” and the additional time wasted at the beginning of each academic year to reteach previously learned material. (4) It is clear that year-round schooling helps students learn and retain more. (5) The United States is not the only country to experiment with a year-round school schedule. (6) Although many still claim that evidence about year-round school and its link to higher achievement is inconclusive, these people need to open their eyes and see that students in these schools consistently score higher on certain assessments than students who attend schools with traditional nine-month calendars. (7) It is about time that we replaced our outdated and inefficient school calendars.

A

suggesting an alternative plan to replace the current school calendar

B

explaining why the current school calendar is outdated and inefficient

C

expressing an opinion about those who oppose changing the calendar

D

restating the strongest piece of evidence used to support the claim

10

Read the excerpt from "The Story of a Warrior Queen."When Boadicea saw that all hope was gone, she called her daughters to her. "My children," she said sadly, as she took them by the hand and drew them towards her, "my children, it has not pleased the gods of battle to deliver us from the power of the Romans. But there is yet one way of escape." Tears were in her blue eyes as she kissed her daughters. She was no longer a queen of fury but a loving mother.

A

the sage

B

the rebel

C

the tragic heroine

D

the villain

10

The Riverwoods High School Fitness Club class is having a discussion about an upcoming activity. As Timothy shares the itinerary, Taylor takes notes and Wendy looks out the window. Trevor interrupts with a sarcastic remark, which makes Samantha laugh. Anton raises his hand and asks the coach to repeat the time of departure.

A

Anton and Taylor

B

Anton and Wendy

C

Timothy and Samantha

D

Trevor and Taylor

11

Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone.Jerry was terribly keyed up. In the past he had lectured Nancy on the dangers of working with Ebola in a space suit, and now he was leading a team into an Ebola hell. At the moment, he didn't care what happened to himself, personally. He was expendable, and he knew it.

A

necessary to an operation

B

necessary to an operation

C

knowledgeable about a topic

D

knowledgeable about a topic

E

capable of being sacrificed

F

capable of being sacrificed

G

useless in a specific situation

H

useless in a specific situation

11

Which statements accurately define archetypes? Select three options.They are based on stereotypes.They convey universal meanings and shared human experiences.They are universal symbols found in literature.They are flat and uncomplicated.They can include characters, plots, settings, objects, and themes.

A

They are based on stereotypes.

B

They convey universal meanings and shared human experiences.

C

They are universal symbols found in literature.

D

They are flat and uncomplicated.

E

They can include characters, plots, settings, objects, and themes.

12

Read the excerpts from "The Royal House of Thebes" and "The Story of a Warrior Queen.""We are women," she told her sister. "We must obey. We have no strength to defy the State." "Choose your own part," Antigone said. "I go to bury the brother I love." "You are not strong enough," Ismene cried. "Why, then when my strength fails," Antigone answered, "I will give up." She left her sister; Ismene dared not follow her.–"The Royal House of Thebes"Again and again the Romans were defeated, till it almost seemed as if the Britons really would succeed in driving them out of the country. Boadicea herself led the soldiers, encouraging them with her brave words. "It is better to die with honor than to live in slavery," she said. "I am a woman, but I would rather die than yield. Will you follow me, men?" and of course the men followed her gladly.–"The Story of a Warrior Queen"

A

They both express the theme that women are as capable as men.

B

They both express the theme of loyalty to one's country.

C

They both express the theme that divine law comes above mortal law.

D

They both express the theme that family ties are stronger than political ones.

12

Read the sentence.The peripheral nervous system—which is a network of nerves extending from your brain and spinal cord to all parts of your body carries signals back and forth.

A

The peripheral nervous system—which is a network of nerves extending from your brain and spinal cord to all parts of your body carries signals back and forth.

B

The peripheral nervous system (which is a network of nerves) extending from your brain and spinal cord to all parts of your body carries signals back and forth.

C

The peripheral nervous system which is a network of nerves extending from your brain and spinal cord to all parts of your body carries signals back and forth.

D

The peripheral nervous system—which is a network of nerves extending from your brain and spinal cord to all parts of your body—carries signals back and forth.

13

Which questions would most help a reader identify the author’s purpose for writing? Select three options. What type of text is this?What type of reviews did the book receive?How many copies of the book have been sold?What is the central idea?How does this text make one feel?

A

What type of text is this?

B

What type of reviews did the book receive?

C

How many copies of the book have been sold?

D

What is the central idea?

E

How does this text make one feel?

13

Read the sentence.Christopher Columbus born in Genoa never did reach mainland North America.

A

The phrase “born in Genoa” should be set off with commas.

B

The phrase “Christopher Columbus” should be set off with commas.

C

The phrase “never did reach” should be set off with commas.

D

The phrase “mainland North America” should be set off with commas.

14

Read the excerpt from "The Royal House of Thebes."Antigone and Ismene heard with horror what Creon had decided. To Ismene, shocking as it was, overwhelming her with anguish for the pitiful dead body and the lonely, homeless soul, it seemed, nevertheless, that nothing could be done except to acquiesce [to accept without protest]. She and Antigone were utterly alone. All Thebes was exulting that the man who had brought war upon them should be thus terribly punished. "We are women," she told her sister. "We must obey. We have no strength to defy the State."

A

the villain

B

the heroine

C

the warrior

D

the coward

14

Sean and his classmates are discussing natural resources in the community. Sean feels strongly that Pinetop Lake is a local treasure that should be protected from pollution and traffic. He uses forceful language and frequently interrupts others to make his point.

A

Sean is not an effective speaker because he is disrespectful of others.

B

Sean is not an effective speaker because he does not answer questions.

C

Sean is a very effective speaker because he is passionate about the topic.

D

Sean is a very effective speaker because he defends a local resource.

15

Read the excerpt from "The Story of a Warrior Queen."After Boadicea had been so cruelly and unjustly treated, she burned with anger against the Romans. Her heart was full only of thoughts of revenge. She called her people together, and, standing on a mound of earth so that they could see and hear her, she made a speech to them. She told them first how shamefully the Romans had behaved to her, their Queen. Then, like Caractacus, she reminded them how their forefathers had fought against Julius Caesar, and had driven the Romans away for a time at least. "Is it not better to be poor and free than to have great wealth and be slaves?" she asked. "And the Romans take not only our freedom but our wealth. They want to make us both slaves and beggars. Let us rise. O brothers and sisters, let us rise, and drive these robbers out of our land! Let us kill them every one! Let us teach them that they are no better than hares and foxes, and no match for greyhounds! We will fight, and if we cannot conquer, then let us die—yes, every one of us—die rather than submit."

A

Boadicea's warrior archetype leads her to fight the Romans and die if necessary.

B

Boadicea's rebel archetype results in her seeking revenge against the Romans.

C

Boadicea's sage archetype makes her impart wisdom to people in her community.

D

Boadicea's villain archetype makes her want to steal money from the Romans.

15

Which phrases are examples of jargon? Select three options.

A

staging area

B

supply air lock

C

hot zone

D

outside world

E

garbage bags

16

Read the sentence from a summary about The Hot Zone.Richard Preston’s book The Hot Zone details the steps soldiers and scientists took to identify the deadly Ebola virus found in monkeys near Washington, D.C.

A

It is objective because it is based on facts and does not present feelings or opinions.

B

It is objective because it is based on facts and does not present feelings or opinions.

C

It is objective because it presents personal feelings and opinions in addition to the facts.

D

It is objective because it presents personal feelings and opinions in addition to the facts.

E

It is subjective because it is based on facts and does not present feelings or opinions.

F

It is subjective because it is based on facts and does not present feelings or opinions.

G

It is subjective because it presents personal feelings and opinions in addition to the facts.

H

It is subjective because it presents personal feelings and opinions in addition to the facts.

16

Read the sample student claim.Many people claim that cell phones are unsafe and that the damage they cause has yet to be revealed, but the benefits they provide far outweigh any potential and unproven risks.

A

Certain types of cancers take twenty to thirty years to develop, and cell phone studies have only been monitoring this potential connection for ten years or less.

B

On April 3, 1973, the first mobile telephone call was made by Martin Cooper, who is now referred to and known as “the father of the cell phone.”

C

The portability of cell phones increases personal safety by affording people an easier and faster way to call for help in the event of a serious or life-threatening emergency.

D

According to the Federal Communications Commission and the Food and Drug Administration, cell phone use has not been linked to an increased risk of brain tumors.

17

Read the excerpts from "The Royal House of Thebes" and " The Story of a Warrior Queen.""You knew my edict?" Creon asked. "Yes," Antigone replied. "And you transgressed the law?" "Your law, but not the law of Justice who dwells with the gods," Antigone said. "The unwritten laws of heaven are not of today nor yesterday, but from all time."–"The Royal House of Thebes"As she spoke, fierce desires for revenge grew in them. They had hated their Roman conquerors before, now the hatred became a madness.So, when Boadicea had finished speaking, a cry of rage rose from the Britons. They beat upon their shields with their swords, and swore to avenge their Queen, to fight and die for her and for their country.–"The Story of a Warrior Queen"

A

The law of the gods is higher than human law.

B

Cleverness is better than strength.

C

One must follow one’s own moral code, no matter the price.

D

Breaking the rules gets you into trouble.

17

Read the excerpt from " The Story of a Warrior Queen ."The eldest daughter obeyed proudly and gladly, but the younger one was afraid. "Must I, mother?" she asked timidly."Yes, dear one," said Boadicea gently. "I too will drink, and we shall meet again."When the Roman soldiers burst in upon them, they found the great queen dead, with her daughters in her arms.She had poisoned both herself and them, rather than that they should fall again into the hands of the Romans.

A

The archetype of the warrior supports the theme by showing that Boadicea would rather fight the Romans.

B

The archetype of the sage supports the theme by showing that Boadicea gives advice to her daughters.

C

The archetype of the hero supports the theme by showing that Boadicea triumphs above the Romans after all.

D

The archetype of the tragic heroine supports the theme by showing that Boadicea takes her life and prevents her daughters from being harmed by the Romans.

18

Which characteristics of archetypes best describe Antigone? Select three options.

A

She lives by her own moral code.

B

She does something evil.

C

She sacrifices herself for her values.

D

She teaches people who are younger.

E

She is forced to make a difficult decision.

18

Read the sentence.As part of my presentation, I read my class the final stanza of the poem and then performed a critique.

A

class

B

stanza

C

poem

D

critique

19

Which sentences contain a relative clause? Choose three answers. The bicycle, which took months of savings to buy, was stolen.The book that I borrowed from the library is great.The warm Pacific sun shined brightly. Sierra met the boy whose parents opened the new store.The ocean, calm and peaceful, soothed the visitors.

A

The bicycle, which took months of savings to buy, was stolen.

B

The book that I borrowed from the library is great.

C

The warm Pacific sun shined brightly.

D

Sierra met the boy whose parents opened the new store.

E

The ocean, calm and peaceful, soothed the visitors.

19

Which sentence contains a restrictive phrase?

A

Madeline (the neighbor’s cat) was sleeping peacefully in the sun.

B

The novelist—my favorite by far—was kindly autographing books.

C

Jonah, the fastest runner on the track team, injured his left ankle.

D

The window in the living room provides the best natural sunlight.

20

Which strategies are most effective to help a reader determine the meaning of an unknown word? Select three options.Check for nearby synonyms that may provide a clue to the word’s meaning.Determine if the author could have used a more appropriate word instead.Check surrounding words to see what events are leading up to this word.Ask people nearby if they happen to know the meaning of the unknown word.Substitute the unfamiliar word with a familiar word to see if it makes sense.

A

Check for nearby synonyms that may provide a clue to the word’s meaning.

B

Determine if the author could have used a more appropriate word instead.

C

Check surrounding words to see what events are leading up to this word.

D

Ask people nearby if they happen to know the meaning of the unknown word.

E

Substitute the unfamiliar word with a familiar word to see if it makes sense.

20

Which statement best summarizes "Save the Coral Reefs”?

C

Coral reefs are a very important component of the ocean’s ecosystem because they support sea life, such as crabs and sea turtles. In fact, over four thousand species depend on the survival of the reefs, which are being destroyed by bleaching. More must be done immediately to save the reefs.

D

Development along the coastal regions has significant negative effects on coral reefs. The reefs are an essential part of the ocean’s ecosystem, and when people build structures on top of them, they are easily damaged because they are so fragile. We should limit construction along the coast to protect the reefs.

C

Construction along the coasts, overfishing, and bleaching have seriously damaged the world’s coral reefs. Since reefs are a very important part of the ocean’s ecosystem, their destruction has a devastating environmental impact, and we must work to protect them.

C

Coral reefs are fragile structures made of limestone. People who build in coastal regions and others who overfish our seas must be stopped, because they don’t care about all the species that rely on the survival of reefs, such as sea turtles, clownfish, lobster, sharks, and crabs.

21

Read the sentence.Students who purchase parking spots are able to park in the lot closest to the entrance.

A

restrictive phrase.

B

nonrestrictive phrase.

C

restrictive clause.

D

nonrestrictive clause.

21

Read the excerpt from "Save the Coral Reefs.”A study completed in 2004 found that seventy percent of our coral reefs are already destroyed or currently under threat of destruction. It also concluded that much of the wreckage to reefs has been caused by humans. The resiliency of the reefs is on our side, though. More can be done now to help the coral reefs bounce back—even flourish.

t

the way an ecosystem supports plant and animal life

t

the manner in which an ecosystem decomposes

t

the ability of an ecosystem to recover from damage

t

the capability of one ecosystem to ruin another ecosystem

22

Read the sentence.The college cafeteria, which is free for all full-time faculty, is a popular and safe environment for students to study.

A

The college cafeteria

B

which is free for all full-time faculty

C

is a popular and safe environment

D

for students to study.

22

How does the author use logos to support the argument made in "Save the Coral Reefs”?

b

by evoking in readers a sense of sympathy for the reefs being destroyed

b

by helping readers relate to the species that depend on the reefs to survive

b

by reporting observations of the reefs from personal scientific research

b

by providing scientific evidence that humans are destroying coral reefs

23

What is the author’s purpose in "Save the Coral Reefs”? Select two options. to convince readers that practices that destroy coral reefs must be stoppedto entertain readers with a dramatic tale about the destruction of coral reefsto inform readers about how the coral reefs are being destroyedto inform readers about which fishing companies damage the coral reefs the mostto persuade readers to try scuba diving before the coral reefs are destroyed

A

to convince readers that practices that destroy coral reefs must be stopped

B

to entertain readers with a dramatic tale about the destruction of coral reefs

C

to inform readers about how the coral reefs are being destroyed

D

to inform readers about which fishing companies damage the coral reefs the most

E

to persuade readers to try scuba diving before the coral reefs are destroyed

24

best

T

The purpose of the first essay is to inform; the purpose of the second is to entertain.

T

The purpose of the first essay is to entertain; the purpose of the second is to persuade.

T

The purpose of both essays is to persuade the reader of a specific point of view.

T

The purpose of both essays is to entertain readers with a story about world events.

25

Which phrases from the excerpt support the author’s argument that genetically modified food is safe? Select three options.

A

more vitamin A

B

you can see

C

could help save

D

traditional crop

E

unsubstantiated risks

F

more nutritious

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