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Which statement is the best thesis for a compare-and-contrast essay?

A
One poster presents a humorous cartoon, while the other presents an informative chart and a direct quotation.
B
Though both posters use graphic images, the poster with the mother’s advice presents a more compelling message.
C
Both posters produced by the local human services board seek to advertise county-based family counseling.
D
These advertising posters are designed to generate discussion and interest in family counseling services.
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Which statement is the best thesis for a compare-and-contrast essay?

A
Both of the political ads describe the candidates’ opinions about creative ways to improve regional transportation.
B
One of the ads shows existing regional traffic problems, while the other ad shares opinions about proposed projects.
C
Both ads effectively convey the candidates’ names and political parties, but the ad with citizen testimonials is the most convincing.
D
One of the ads uses photographs of traffic jams and construction projects, while the other ad uses quotes from citizens.
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Read this excerpt from chapter 2 of The Scarlet Letter using comprehension strategies. It was no great distance, in those days, from the prison-door to the market-place. Measured by the prisoner's experience, however, it might be reckoned a journey of some length; for, haughty as her demeanour was, she perchance underwent an agony from every footstep of those that thronged to see her, as if her heart had been flung into the street for them all to spurn and trample upon. What is the meaning of this excerpt?

A
The walk from prison to scaffolding was short, but the onlookers were a violent crowd.
B
The walk from prison to scaffolding was both emotionally and physically painful for Hester.
C
The walk from prison to scaffolding grew farther over the years as the town expanded.
D
The walk from prison to scaffolding seemed a long and treacherous journey to Hester.
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Which best explains the symbolism behind Ahab’s ivory leg, fashioned from the jaw of a whale in Chapter 28 of Moby-Dick ?

A
Ahab is a leader who instills confidence and security in his crew.
B
Ahab hunts whales with the aim of providing a living for himself and his crew.
C
Ahab hunts whales with the aim of conquering them like an enemy.
D
Ahab is a leader who sets himself apart from his crew in order to protect them.

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