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Which signal words are most likely used for argumentative writing?

A
"As a result of this experience . . ."
B
"Then we decided . . ."
C
"It's my view that . . ."
D
"To clarify the point . . ."
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Historical context helps readers understand a text by providing

A
a central idea.
B
a supporting argument.
C
background information.
D
personal opinions.
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Which question is most likely asked by a reader analyzing a text through a formalist lens?

A
How are female characters identified and treated?
B
Why was this important to readers at that period?
C
Why was this historical fact included in the text?
D
How do the parts of the text relate to the whole?
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Which of these are features of epic poetry? Choose three correct answers.

A
supernatural forces, such as gods or monsters, that intervene
B
a courageous hero who answers a call to adventure
C
circumstances that would be very familiar to readers
D
a main character who has to overcome common challenges
E
a journey filled with many obstacles
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Samuel Johnson’s dictionary is best described as the first

A
modern English dictionary.
B
modern literary study.
C
study of word origins.
D
collection of word meanings.
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Which statements describe the central ideas of a text? Choose three correct answers.

A
They are supported by details.
B
They can be explicitly stated or implied.
C
They are the most important ideas in a text.
D
They explain helpful details.
E
They give examples of key ideas.
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Read the thesis. Foley artists are essential to the success of a film, since they create the sound effects that make the film’s setting believable to the audience. Which is the most accurate evaluation of the thesis?

A
The thesis is ineffective because it lacks proper citations and does not grab the reader’s attention.
B
The thesis is effective because it covers a broad topic while maintaining an objective viewpoint.
C
The thesis is effective because it contains a topic that is focused and a viewpoint that is clear.
D
The thesis is ineffective because it lacks clear transitions between the thoughts of the writer.
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One way to describe the subject of a sentence is to use a(n)

A
gerund.
B
article.
C
preposition.
D
infinitive.

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