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Which sentence has a critical tone?

A
Bicyclists who opt not to wear helmets are abandoning good sense and putting their lives at risk.
B
Bicycle helmets protect the delicate lobes of the brain, and their proper use is vital to safety.
C
Bicyclists must wear proper helmets for any ride, or they will face the dangers of head injury.
D
Bicycle helmet technology has improved greatly in the last decade, tailoring the fit to the rider’s age and size.
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Which of these writing assignments requires a formal style?

A
a diary entry describing personal thoughts
B
a political essay describing election issues
C
a status-update post on a social media site
D
a plant-growth journal for a science lab
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Read this excerpt from a blog.Dog walkers are welcome at the county park. Kite flyers, sunbathers, fisherman, picnickers, and bikers are welcome, too. But not me. A newly posted sign at the entrance to the park states, “Skateboards prohibited.” More than a mile of paved surface runs through the park, yet skateboarders are prohibited. There are challenging hills and narrow passes, but I can’t access them on my board. I am a responsible citizen who wears safety pads, throws away my trash, and stays well within posted speed limits. I should be able to join the throngs of outdoor enthusiasts enjoying all that the park has to offer.How does the writer of this blog promote change?

A
by defining key terms
B
by criticizing public policies
C
by describing support for a cause
D
by explaining researched facts
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Read this excerpt from a travel journal.Today we circled D.C.’s tidal basin – it was amazing! We started at the Jefferson Memorial, with its towering statue and familiar quotes. Then, it was on to the newer FDR memorial.

A
The FDR memorial is stunning; its historical depiction of the Depression era and the country’s recovery is unrivaled.
B
My family relished the carefully manicured grounds of the exquisite FDR Memorial, replete with waterfalls and statues.
C
We loved the lifelike statues and tumbling water falls that led us through the memorial’s grounds.
D
The FDR memorial, constructed in the 1990s, celebrates FDR’s three terms with statues and waterfalls.
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Read this excerpt from a blog.You have seen these kids. Their eyes are downcast, their shoulders slouched. They retreat from spirited groups, looking for a safe place to play. Many have tears in their eyes.These kids are victims of bullying, and they can be found on any playground. It is time we start looking for them. Their complaints should not be dismissed, and their pleas for assistance should not be ignored. These victims must be empowered.How does the writer of this blog promote change?

A
by connecting with reader’s feelings
B
by criticizing government policies
C
by describing support for a cause
D
by explaining researched facts
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How are blogs different from published newspaper articles?

A
Blogs explain the details of current events.
B
Blogs use a journal-and-response format.
C
Blogs provide relevant pictures and graphics.
D
Blogs are available to a wide audience.
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Which sentence has a persuasive tone?

A
There is a picnic at the pool this afternoon offering games and refreshments.
B
The pool will provide an afternoon picnic as a break from the daily routine.
C
There is a rumor that the neighborhood pool is finally going to host a picnic.
D
The pool picnic’s entertaining games and delicious food should not be missed.
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Read this excerpt from "Pakistan's Malala: Global Symbol.”"I have the right of education," she said in a 2011 interview with CNN. "I have the right to play. I have the right to sing. I have the right to talk. I have the right to go to market. I have the right to speak up."Which word best describes the tone of the excerpt?

A
passive
B
sentimental
C
entitled
D
scholarly
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Which of these writing assignments suggests an informal style?

A
a composition explaining the causes of the Civil War
B
a newsletter outlining the goals for the school year
C
a blog response to a musical performance
D
a scientific theory predicting results of an experiment
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Which of these writing assignments suggests an informal style?

A
a letter inquiring about job opportunities
B
a government website about public policy
C
a report about the effect of friction on speed
D
a journal describing a student’s travels

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