Writing an Argumentative Essay about an Ethical Issue — Unit test Answers
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Read this sentence from a report on Oscar Wilde.Oscar Wilde uses humor to critique society and show that there is too much concern about coming from a proper family.
Read the passage.(1) I think that schools should switch from using paper textbooks to using computer tablets. (2) Textbooks were effective in the pre-digital age, but now we live in a technology-based society, so schools need to get with the program and adopt a modern approach to learning. (3) In fact, the chair of the Federal Communications Commission said that "it’s time for the next stage” of learning with tablets and pointed out how textbooks are often out of date. (4) Opponents argue that t
Read the excerpt from H. G. Wells's The War of the Worlds.A big greyish rounded bulk, the size, perhaps, of a bear, was rising slowly and painfully out of the cylinder. As it bulged up and caught the light, it glistened like wet leather.Two large dark-coloured eyes were regarding me steadfastly. The mass that framed them, the head of the thing, was rounded, and had, one might say, a face. There was a mouth under the eyes, the lipless brim of which quivered and panted, and dropped saliva.
Read the claim.Schools should stop doing standardized testing.Read the counterclaim.The Department of Education says that teaching students to do well on standardized tests helps to motivate students and keep them focused on important subjects.Read the rebuttal.On the contrary, being forced to focus on testing stresses students and limits the amount of knowledge they can gain.
Read the passage.H. G. Wells was a scientist and a writer. He used his knowledge of science to create realistic works of fiction that fascinated readers. His novel The War of the Worlds gained fame when it was adapted for radio.
Consider this chart comparing the print and radio versions of The War of the Worlds.Which description of the narration in the Orson Welles Radio adaptation best completes the chart?
Consider these versions of The War of the Worlds.Excerpt 1, from H. G. Wells's novel The War of the Worlds:I think everyone expected to see a man emerge—possibly something a little unlike us terrestrial men, but in all essentials a man. I know I did. But, looking, I presently saw something stirring within the shadow: greyish billowy movements, one above another, and then two luminous disks—like eyes. Then something resembling a little grey snake, about the thickness of a walking stick, coiled up out of the writhing middle, and wriggled in the air towards me—and then another.Excerpt 2, from Howard E. Koch's script for Orson Welles's radio adaptation:PHILLIPS: Ladies and gentlemen, this is the most terrifying thing I have ever witnessed . . . Wait a minute! Someone's crawling out of the hollow top. Someone or . . . something. I can see peering out of that black hole two luminous disks . . . are they eyes? It might be a face. It might be . . .(SHOUT OF AWE FROM THE CROWD)PHILLIPS: Good heavens, something's wriggling out of the shadow like a gray snake. Now it's another one, and another. They look like tentacles to me.Which statement best describes the difference between these versions?
Read the sentence.Emilia didn’t realize the spy had gained the access codes until the security breach happened.
Read the excerpt from Act I of The Importance of Being Earnest.Algernon. Oh! there is no use speculating on that subject. Divorces are made in Heaven.
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Which steps should a writer take to establish a strong claim? Check all that apply.Identify the topic.List opposing topics.Decide on a viewpoint.State a position on the topic.Expose flaws in the evidence.
Read the sentence.If writers want to reach more readers, you can write a blog.
Read the excerpt from Act III of The Importance of Being Earnest.Cecily. Gwendolen, your common sense is invaluable. Mr. Moncrieff, kindly answer me the following question. Why did you pretend to be my guardian’s brother?Algernon. In order that I might have an opportunity of meeting you.Cecily. [To Gwendolen.] That certainly seems a satisfactory explanation, does it not?Gwendolen. Yes, dear, if you can believe him.Cecily. I don’t. But that does not affect the wonderful beauty of his answer.
Read the excerpt from Act III of The Importance of Being Earnest.Lady Bracknell. [With a shiver, crossing to the sofa and sitting down.] I do not know whether there is anything peculiarly exciting in the air of this particular part of Hertfordshire, but the number of engagements that go on seems to me considerably above the proper average that statistics have laid down for our guidance. I think some preliminary inquiry on my part would not be out of place. Mr. Worthing, is Miss Cardew at all connected with any of the larger railway stations in London? I merely desire information. Until yesterday I had no idea that there were any families or persons whose origin was a Terminus. [Jack looks perfectly furious, but restrains himself.]
Read the excerpt from Act III of The Importance of Being Earnest.Jack. But my dear Lady Bracknell, the matter is entirely in your own hands. The moment you consent to my marriage with Gwendolen, I will most gladly allow your nephew to form an alliance with my ward.
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