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Writing an Argument about How to Define Success — Unit test Answers

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The primary purpose of a procedural text is to

A
describe the process for completing a task.
B
explain the importance of completing a process.
C
persuade readers to perform a specific task.
D
provide background information about a process.
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Which sentence should be revised to avoid a misconception?

A
To be a successful actor, you must live in Los Angeles.
B
To become a good musician, you should practice often.
C
To become a successful athlete, you might train daily.
D
To be a good student, you must be willing to learn.
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Read the excerpt from The Republic by Plato.You know, I said, that dyers, when they want to dye wool for making the true sea-purple, begin by selecting their white colour first; this they prepare and dress with much care and pains, in order that the white ground may take the purple hue in full perfection. The dyeing then proceeds; and whatever is dyed in this manner becomes a fast colour, and no washing either with lyes or without them can take away the bloom. But, when the ground has not been duly prepared, you will have noticed how poor is the look either of purple or of any other colour.Yes, he said; I know that they have a washed-out and ridiculous appearance.Then now, I said, you will understand what our object was in selecting our soldiers, and educating them in music and gymnastic; we were contriving influences which would prepare them to take the dye of the laws in perfection, and the colour of their opinion about dangers and of every other opinion was to be indelibly fixed by their nurture and training, not to be washed away by such potent lyes as pleasure—mightier agent far in washing the soul than any soda or lye; or by sorrow, fear, and desire, the mightiest of all other solvents. And this sort of universal saving power of true opinion in conformity with law about real and false dangers I call and maintain to be courage, unless you disagree.

A
ethos, because it shows how dyers have the tenacity to fight
B
kairos, because it argues why soldiers need training immediately
C
logos, because it discusses how that idea is similar to dyeing wool
D
pathos, because it helps people feel protected by their soldiers
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Which sentence correctly uses a hyphen in a compound modifier?

A
My little sister was well-behaved throughout the entire ride.
B
The supplies that you brought were much-needed.
C
A newly-married couple moved into the apartment across the hall.
D
Enrique’s dream is to become a full-time singer.
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Read the excerpt from The Republic by Plato. True, I replied, I had forgotten; of course they must have a relish—salt, and olives, and cheese, and they will boil roots and herbs such as country people prepare; for a dessert we shall give them figs, and peas, and beans; and they will roast myrtle-berries and acorns at the fire, drinking in moderation. And with such a diet they may be expected to live in peace and health to a good old age, and bequeath a similar life to their children after them.

A
He starts with a general idea of what is considered necessary and moves to a specific conclusion.
B
He moves from a pattern of behaviors to a generalization about the people of the city.
C
He starts by showing how different social classes live, then makes a broad conclusion about society.
D
He moves toward a broad conclusion after listing some of the advantages the people will have.
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Read the sentence.The phone call, from the admissions office, made me ecstatic.

T
The phone call from the admissions office made me happy.
T
The phone call from the admissions office, made me happy.
T
The phone call (from the admissions office) made me happy.
T
The phone call—from the admissions office—made me happy.
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Which statement about Pat Mora’s essay "The Leader in the Mirror" is correct?

A
Mora’s essay reports on a local speech she heard.
B
Mora’s essay reports on education in El Paso.
C
Although only a small number can read Mora’s essay, many listeners were able to attend the speech in person.
D
Although only a small number personally attended Mora’s speech, many more people can access her written essay.
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Read the excerpt from Greta Thunberg’s speech at the United Nations Climate Action Summit. You are failing us. But the young people are starting to understand your betrayal. The eyes of all future generations are upon you. And if you choose to fail us, I say: We will never forgive you.We will not let you get away with this. Right here, right now is where we draw the line. The world is waking up. And change is coming, whether you like it or not.

A
ethos; the speaker is proving her credibility by showing her knowledge
B
kairos; the speaker is emphasizing the importance of the current moment in time
C
kairos; the speaker is using data and research to persuade the audience
D
ethos; the speaker is appealing to emotions by discussing change for the future
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Read the table of contents and sample page from a procedural text.

Question illustration
A
shop on a budget.
B
obtain a job as a chef.
C
write a cookbook.
D
become a better cook.
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appropriatecompellingfallaciouslegitimate

A
appropriate
B
compelling
C
fallacious
D
legitimate
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A genre is a(n)

A
object with meaning.
B
category of writing or speech.
C
reason for doing something.
D
main idea within a text.

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