AnswersCR Expository Reading and Writing S2 E4260OXResearch Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1

Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1 Answers

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Format:

A
an essay
B
a passage
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Topic:

A
various agricultural methods
B
genetically modified foods
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Audience:

A
general audience
B
experts
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Purpose:

A
to argue a position
B
to explain the topic
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What solution is proposed for the issue of food shortages and contamination?

A
increased farming
B
research on sources of contamination
C
genetically engineered foods
D
more efficient trading
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What is genetic modification?

A
the act of adding chemicals to alter organisms’ genes
B
the act of changing genes to create new organisms
C
the act of injecting crops with vitamins and minerals
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According to the passage, what is one benefit of genetically modified cotton?

A
increased resistance to drought and disease
B
increased yields in all areas of the nation
C
increased yields in some areas of the nation
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Which statement paraphrases the evidence from this source?

A
Genetically modified varieties yielded 17% less cotton than natural cotton.
B
One study found a 17% increase in cotton yields using a genetically modified variety.
C
The ARMS effect indicates a 17% increase in cotton yields for herbicide-tolerant cotton.
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This information appears on page 15 of the source. Which citation format is correct?

A
(Price 15)
B
(Price et al.15)
C
(Price and Lin et al. 15)
D
(Price, Lin, Falck-Zepeda et al.15)
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Which points did you include in your answer? Check the ones that your response cited.

A
Genetic modification has existed for years.
B
Many common foods have been genetically modified in some way.
C
Genetically modified foods are held to the same safety standards as conventional foods.
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Which of the following is the correct way to cite this source within your essay?

A
According to Maryanski, “these products must be as safe as the traditional foods in the market” (“Genetically Engineered Foods”).
B
“These products must be as safe as the traditional foods in the market.” (Maryanski)
C
These products must be as safe as the traditional foods in the market (“Genetically Engineered Foods”).
D
“These products must be as safe as the traditional foods in the market (Maryanski).”
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What is one possible drawback of genetically modified cotton?

A
It has been linked to certain health risks.
B
It may have caused problems with the plants.
C
It grows in only certain types of soil.
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Which of the following elements does your thesis statement include? Check all that apply.

A
My thesis statement clarifies the topic.
B
My thesis statement states my viewpoint, or which side of the argument I support.
C
My thesis statement is focused and clearly makes a claim

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