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Which sentence contains parallel structure?

Jalen folded the application, placing it in the envelope.

Jalen folded the application and placed it in the envelope.

Jalen, folding the application, placed it in the envelope.

Jalen folded the application and placing it in the envelope.

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Which is the best use of punctuation?

Joel and Lisette went (to the museum) to see an exhibit on ancient Egyptian artifacts.

Sandy, a wayward puppy, was taken in and adopted by a loving family.

Our National Parks are (beautiful places) to appreciate the many landmarks in our country.

Please refrain from talking—during the movie as to not disturb the patrons.

Read the excerpt from Fast Food Nation. EVERY SATURDAY, ELISA ZAMOT gets up at 5:15 in the morning. It’s a struggle, and her head feels groggy as she steps into the shower. Her little sisters, Cookie and Sabrina, are fast asleep in their beds. By 5:30, Elisa’s showered, done her hair, and put on her McDonald’s uniform. She’s sixteen, bright-eyed and olive-skinned, pretty and petite, ready for another day of work. Elisa’s mother usually drives her the half-mile or so to the restaurant, but sometimes Elisa walks, leaving home before the sun rises. Which of the following choices best describes the rhetorical appeal used in this excerpt?

The excerpt demonstrates logos because it is completely objective and lacking in emotion.

The excerpt demonstrates logos because it contains statistics to support the author’s claim.

The excerpt demonstrates ethos because the author positions himself as an expert on the topic.

The excerpt demonstrates pathos because the author presents a compelling story using emotional language.

Read the excerpt from the Joint Statement by President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill.Sixth, after the final destruction of the Nazi tyranny, they hope to see established a peace which will afford to all nations the means of dwelling in safety within their own boundaries, and which will afford assurance that all the men in all the lands may live out their lives in freedom from fear and want;Which statement best summarizes the central idea of the excerpt?

Roosevelt and Churchill are aiming to bring peace and freedom to the people of all nations.

Roosevelt and Churchill are determined to destroy the Nazi regime and to liberate the Europeans.

Roosevelt and Churchill will bring peace to the nations invaded by Nazi Germany.

Roosevelt and Churchill promise to win the war and bring peace and liberty to most European nations.

Which excerpt from the Joint Statement by President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill addresses the safety of those traveling by ship?

Third, they respect the right of all peoples to choose the form of government under which they will live; and they wish to see sovereign rights and self government restored to those who have been forcibly deprived of them;

Fourth, they will endeavor, with due respect for their existing obligations, to further the enjoyment by all States, great or small, victor or vanquished, of access, on equal terms, to the trade and to the raw materials of the world which are needed for their economic prosperity;

Fifth, they desire to bring about the fullest collaboration between all nations in the economic field with the objector securing, for all, improved labor standards, economic advancement and social security;

Seventh, such a peace should enable all men to traverse the high seas and oceans without hindrance;

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