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Pronoun Agreement and Reference — Unit test Answers

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Read the paragraph from an essay on preventing school bullying.(1) Bullying has a significant impact on a student's physical and emotional well being. (2) There are many school programs that will help stop bullying. (3) Establishing a school culture that focuses on acceptance, respect, and tolerance is crucial in putting an end to bullying.Which sentence logically fits just before sentence 2?

A
Students who are uncomfortable in their school setting are not as likely to earn good grades or participate in extracurricular activities.
B
While some programs focus on assisting those who are affected by bullying, others concentrate on changing the behavior of the bullies.
C
Schools that are able to evoke a sense of school pride and student fellowship typically have fewer incidents of bullying.
D
Have you ever witnessed an incident in school where one student relentlessly bullies another student just for the fun of it?
4

An effective thesis statement should

A
begin with an argument.
B
support the claim made in the essay.
C
clarify the topic of the essay.
D
not contain the author's viewpoint.
5

Which is a step in writing an argumentative speech?

A
Select only the evidence that supports the claim.
B
Address the cons against the claim in a single paragraph at the end.
C
Establish a position and focus solely on evidence that supports the claim.
D
Make a list of pros and cons regarding the claim.
6

What is the goal of a thesis statement?

A
to establish focus and make a claim
B
to explain the author's point of view to the audience
C
to act as evidence supporting a claim
D
to summarize what the essay is about
7

A thesis statement should include

A
a statement for all parts of an argument.
B
a reason that supports a claim.
C
evidence such as details and relevant facts.
D
a counterclaim.
8

The purpose of presenting a counterclaim is to

A
present a fair argument that does not choose sides.
B
address any objections to your claim and explain how they fall short.
C
show both sides of an argument, letting readers make an informed decision.
D
validate any objections to the claim being made.
9

Maya has earned high grades in honors algebra and is writing a letter to her principal asking to take other honors classes. Read her thesis statement, then answer the question.Based on my prior grades, participating in honors classes would help me.Which is the best revision of Maya's thesis statement?

A
Based on my prior grades, I have earned the right to be in all honors classes.
B
I have earned high grades in honors algebra, and I would like to be in the honors classes.
C
Based on my grades in honors algebra, I believe I would do well in other honors classes.
D
no change

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