Speaking and Listening: Formal Debate — Unit test Answers

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Read the graph.

Which elements can a writer include in a well-written conclusion to a personal statement? Check all that apply.a list of the writer’s skills and accomplishmentsa meaningful restatement of the topic and purposea strong opinion backed up by supporting evidencea relevant connection between the topic and the storya reflection on the experiences discussed in the essay

counterclaimdebaterebuttalresolution

Read the excerpt from Pat Mora’s essay "The Leader in the Mirror."I hoped that most of the students were going to enroll in college. The confetti would be for their private celebrations, those solitary moments when they had passed a test that worried them, finished a difficult paper at 2 A.M., found a summer internship. Sometimes, even when no one else is around, it’s important to celebrate when we have struggled and succeeded—to sprinkle a little confetti on our own heads.Now read the excerpt from the article "Career Planning for High Schoolers."About two-thirds of high school graduates from the class of 2013 enrolled in college that fall, according to BLS: 42 percent in baccalaureate (4-year) colleges and 24 percent in 2-year schools. Of the remaining one-third of 2013 graduates, who opted not to go to college, 74 percent entered the labor force.College-bound high school graduates may not know it, but BLS data show that wages are usually higher, and unemployment rates lower, for people who continue their education after high school.

How do text features contribute to a text’s structure? Check all that apply.by offering supplemental informationby stating counterclaimsby providing organizationby offering a bibliographyby reinforcing ideas

During the debate, Moritz listens to Giovanna speak. He makes eye contact with her, paying close attention to what she says, and takes notes on key points she makes.To be an active listener, Moritz should

Which genres are used in "The Leader in the Mirror"? Check all that apply. screenplaypoetrynovelessaye-mail

Read the excerpt from a high school newspaper.At yesterday’s debate, tensions were high as the teams waited for Mia Song to state the resolution. Despite the short prep time, Washington team members Enzo Garcia and Nicole Marconi had no problem speaking first, explaining their support for recent actions in the Middle East. The Taft team went second, making a strong counterclaim, but their argument didn’t have as much supporting evidence. There was a tense hush while the judges deliberated, followed by cheers and applause when Washington won.

What should a writer include in the introduction to a personal statement? Check all that apply.a clear topic of focusthe writer’s full namethe writer’s point of viewthe writer’s main complainta creative opening remark

Which statement about Pat Mora’s essay "The Leader in the Mirror" is correct?

Which excerpt from "Career Planning for High Schoolers" best shows that the author’s purpose is to inform the reader?

One way a Lincoln-Douglas debate differs from a policy debate is that in a Lincoln-Douglas debate,

Read the conclusion to a personal statement.In conclusion, my trips to the seashore have awakened an interest in marine biology. I am ready to move forward with my dream of becoming a marine biologist.

How do the graphs in "Career Planning for High Schoolers." contribute to the content?