Writing a Convincing Argument — Unit test Answers

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Which excerpt best displays the function of narrative structure in Monster?

A
CLOSE-UP (CU) of STEVE HARMON. The fear is evident on his face.
B
The best time to cry is at night, when the lights are out and someone is screaming for help.
C
INTERIOR: CELL. Sixteen-year-old STEVE HARMON is sitting on the edge of a metal cot, head in hands.
D
I think to get used to this I will have to give up what I think is real and take up something else.
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What is shown using a medium camera shot in Monster?

A
the guards eating their breakfast
B
the fear on Steve Harmon's face
C
Petrocelli smiling at the jurors
D
O'Brien at the attorneys' podium
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In a drama script, camera directions are provided in order to

A
explain what type of camera is needed.
B
help directors make an actual play.
C
make the actors look more experienced.
D
tell the actors how to move or act.
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Read the paragraph.1The achievement of most goals depends on the efforts of more than one person. 2Teachers, parents, and friends often help us achieve our goals. 3Strangers also help us achieve our goals. 4When we go to an amusement park, for example, the park employees help us reach the goal of feeling happy or thrilled. 5Police officers help us achieve the goal of staying safe. 6Can you think of other people who help you achieve your goals?

A
The paragraph uses present-tense verbs. Sentence 4 contains an infinitive. Sentences 4 and 5 contain gerunds.
B
The paragraph uses future-tense verbs. No infinitives are used. Sentence 5 uses passive voice.
C
The paragraph uses present-tense verbs. No infinitives are used. Sentences 4 and 5 contain gerunds.
D
The paragraph uses future-tense verbs. Sentence 4 contains an infinitive. Sentence 5 uses passive voice.
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Read the rough draft.The county’s new online grade book is a wonderful parent resource. Parents can log on to check students’ daily homework assignments, test grades, and long-term project information. A few seconds of research offers parents a comprehensive update about students’ standings.Read the counterclaim.However, this resource needs to be used properly by parents and students.

A
This online grade book has been used with great success in other counties since its release in 2005.
B
Without the online grade book, parents struggle to offer the necessary support for schoolwork at home.
C
If this resource is not used properly, parents’ involvement might inhibit students’ independence and responsibility.
D
The quality of long-term projects is likely to increase because parents will encourage students to plan ahead.
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The dramatic structure of Monster

A
tells the story through Steve’s point of view.
B
shows Steve’s inner thoughts and fears.
C
shows how people around Steve are acting.
D
includes Steve writing about himself in the first person.
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Read the sentence.Dancing is becoming a popular hobby.

A
The word “dancing” is a verb that functions as a noun.
B
The word “dancing” is a verb that functions as an adjective.
C
The word “becoming” is a verb that functions as a noun.
D
The word “becoming” is a verb that functions as an adjective.
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Which piece of advice from Last Lecture best supports the idea that it is important to achieve your dreams?

A
Never give up.
B
Apologize when you screw up.
C
Show gratitude.
D
Find the best in everybody.

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