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The First Half of the Twentieth Century — Test

Question 9 • English Language Arts 12

Read the thesis from Alex’s media analysis essay. The advertisement pushes young viewers to exercise by showing images of young people playing sports and listing for the viewers the benefits of exercise. Which is the most accurate and precise way to rewrite this thesis?

Answer
A
The advertisement says to young viewers that regular physical activity will help decrease their chances of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.
B
The advertisement tells young viewers to do something outside by showing images of children having fun and listing the ways in which what they’re doing is helpful and healthy.
C
The advertisement shows images of children playing soccer on a full-size field in a beautiful park and playing basketball with hundreds of people cheering in the stands.
D
The advertisement encourages young viewers to partake in physical activity by showing images of children playing soccer and basketball, and listing the benefits of exercise.

Explanation

The strongest rewrite clearly states the advertisement’s purpose and the methods it uses: encouraging young viewers to exercise by showing sports and listing exercise benefits. Choice D is precise while staying focused on the thesis. Choice A gives specific health benefits but does not describe the images, and choices B and C are less accurate or include unnecessary details.

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