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Evaluating The Power of Mass Media and Social Media — Unit test Answers

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What is the best definition of an argumentative text?

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a text that uses vivid language to engage the audience in the topic
B
a text that supports a claim about a debatable topic using evidence as support
C
a text that presents evidence to inform the audience about a specific topic
D
a text that uses rhetorical devices to support a particular perspective
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Read the passage.The cost of health care is rising in America. The amount that an average family must pay for insurance is simply unaffordable. I know this because my family is an average American family—and we are worried. The people who make decisions about health care do not seem to think about the effect of the rising costs on hardworking people like my husband and me.

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The writer uses an appeal to emotion by portraying her family as abandoned by policy makers.
B
The writer uses a bandwagon statement by claiming that her family is an “average American family.”
C
The writer uses an ad hominem argument by attacking those who make healthcare decisions.
D
The writer uses a false dilemma by stating that insurance is both necessary and unaffordable.
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Read the two passages about school uniforms.Passage 1School uniforms could alter students’ attitudes toward their education. If students wear the same clothing each day, they will not have to think about what to wear on a daily basis. In addition, having a uniform could boost students’ confidence and reduce envy or embarrassment. Conforming to one uniform might also help students fit in more easily.Passage 2School uniforms have no place in education, especially since we are trying to instill the principles of individuality and diversity in our children. School uniforms destroy students’ abilities to be themselves. I have seen schools where uniforms are required; the students’ faces tell the whole story. By enforcing uniforms in school, we are clearly not giving students a choice in what they wear. But when we take away choice, more than just choice is lost.

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Passage 1 uses a logical approach, while passage 2 contains appeals to emotion.
B
Passage 1 uses an emotional appeal, while passage 2 uses mainly understatement.
C
Passage 1 uses empirical evidence, while passage 2 relies on logical evidence.
D
Passage 1 uses an ad hominem attack, while passage 2 has a bandwagon appeal.
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Read the passage.(1) Ask young people today if they know of anyone who has had smallpox, and they might ask, "What’s smallpox?” (2) That is because this disease was eradicated from the planet decades ago, thanks to vaccinations. (3) Despite the obvious effectiveness of vaccination, opponents of this procedure argue that humans are better off fighting diseases on their own without adding anything potentially harmful to their bodies. (4) Still, the American Academy of Pediatrics says that vaccines can be 99 percent effective, and the Centers for Disease Control claims that, over a 10-year period, vaccines allowed 322 million children to avoid illnesses. (5) So the next time someone tells you that vaccines are poisoned apples that will lead to a fate like Snow White’s, counter their argument with the facts. (6) The bottom line is that vaccines are safe to use and save lives.

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sentence 1
B
sentence 3
C
sentence 4
D
sentence 5
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Read this prompt.Create a multimedia presentation claiming that teaching children more than one language is beneficial to their brain development. Use research and evidence to support your opinion. Use persuasive techniques and a variety of visual aids in your presentation.

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Many middle schools and high schools offer multiple foreign-language classes.
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Learning a second language is extremely challenging for most people.
S
Speaking multiple languages improves comprehension and problem-solving skills.
C
Careers in language interpretation are in demand around the world.
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Which topic is most likely to be the subject of a public service campaign?

A
the importance of using seat belts
B
the benefits of a new software system
C
the reopening of a downtown restaurant
D
the advantages of an electric toothbrush
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Examine the page from a public service campaign website.

Question illustration
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the sentence “Disasters affect everyone.”
B
the imperative statement “Be a hero!”
C
the image of the teens gathered together
D
the text “See what’s happening in your state!”
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Read the passage from a debate speech.The current trade situation in this nation is unacceptable. We continue to lose money to other nations, while those nations prosper. I have a detailed plan to get our country—and its people—back on the right track. My opponent, who uses her time to spread lies and rumors while eating nice dinners bought by you taxpayers, does not even have a plan. I question her priorities.

A
The speaker uses anecdotal evidence with phrases like “back on the right track.”
B
The speaker uses a bandwagon statement by complaining that other nations prosper.
C
The speaker uses an ad hominem argument by attacking an opponent’s honesty.
D
The speaker uses a false dilemma by claiming to have the ideal plan.
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Examine the public service ad.

Question illustration
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emotional appeal
B
ethical appeal
C
logical appeal
D
proactive appeal
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Which statement best uses formal language to present an issue to a school board in a formal email?

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“Three traffic accidents occurred at the entrance to Westville High School in the last month alone.”
B
“You really should have a cop direct traffic at the school’s entrance before someone gets hurt.”
C
“Perhaps you’ve already considered speed bumps, but I think it’s high time to look into them again.”
D
“When traffic is not completely jammed, drivers zoom past the school entrance like wild people!”
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Read the passage.(1) Ask young people today if they know of anyone who has had smallpox, and they might ask, "What’s smallpox?” (2) That is because this disease was eradicated from the planet decades ago, thanks to vaccinations. (3) Despite the obvious effectiveness of vaccination, opponents of this procedure argue that humans are better off fighting diseases on their own without adding anything potentially harmful to their bodies. (4) Still, the American Academy of Pediatrics says that vaccines can be 99 percent effective, and the Centers for Disease Control claims that, over a 10-year period, vaccines allowed 322 million children to avoid illnesses. (5) So the next time someone tells you that vaccines are poisoned apples that will lead to a fate like Snow White’s, counter their argument with the facts. (6) The bottom line is that vaccines are safe to use and save lives.

A
by changing the phrase “young people” to “most people” in sentence 1
B
by deleting the words obvious and potentially from sentence 3
C
by deleting “save lives” and adding the phrase “easy to administer” to the end of sentence 6
D
by shortening the passage to only five sentences by removing sentence 5
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Examine the public service ad.

Question illustration
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by sharing relevant high school graduation statistics
B
by promoting a new type of educational program
C
by reminding the public of the need for new schools
D
by encouraging people to strive for more education
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Read the two passages.Passage 1Violence in video games is unavoidable. More than half of the top video games contain some element of violence. Does this lead to violence in the real world? Logical people know the answer, and the facts prove it. Between 1994 and 2004, video game sales increased by 204 percent. During that same time period, the arrest rate for juveniles committing violent crimes decreased by 63 percent. These facts make it obvious that video games are not a problem.Passage 2The majority of video games contain violence. Children playing these games leads directly to acts of violence. Several studies, including a 2014 study by the Journal of the American Medical Association, have shown a correlation between persistent video game use and aggressive behavior. While my own children play video games, they do not play games labeled "Mature.” Simply avoiding these games and allowing children to play the thousands of other available games is a logical way to avoid a potential problem.

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Passage 1 is more effective because passage 2 relies on personal anecdotes as the main evidence.
B
Passage 1 is more effective because it uses overstatement for extra emphasis, and passage 2 does not.
C
Passage 2 is more effective because it contains logical and anecdotal, while passage 1 contains a bandwagon appeal and a false dilemma.
D
Passage 2 is more effective because it presents data as empirical evidence, and passage 1 does not.
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Which changes should be made to establish and maintain formal writing conventions? Select two options.

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Change “Thank you” to “Thanks” in the first paragraph.
B
Change “blocked” to “lousy” in the first paragraph.
C
Delete “Being late to school is a major bummer.” in the second paragraph.
D
Change “I’m” to “I am” in the third paragraph.
E
Make the final paragraph longer.
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The image shows a glass of dirty water with a straw in it.

Question illustration
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“Although many people drink water that looks like this, it is still safe to drink.”
B
“If our water supply is not cleaned up, your next glass could look like this.”
C
“Too many people around the world do not have access to clean water.”
D
“A clean water supply ensures that an area’s population remains healthy.”
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Which source would be most appropriate for researching the question "How does social media affect personal relationships?”

A
a blog post discussing the blogger’s large number of followers
B
a journal article by a psychologist who is studying social media
C
a social media site showing the process of connecting to other users
D
a wiki page discussing appropriate interactions on the internet
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How have public service campaigns changed over time?

A
Advertisers have integrated new media and technologies.
B
Sponsors have begun to sell access to the media that are used.
C
The government has begun to sponsor public service announcements.
D
Researchers have learned to use new types of appeals and arguments.
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What are the main purposes for writing a resume? Select two options.to give your opinion about the jobs you have heldto provide contact information to prospective employersto intrigue a potential employer with your personal intereststo request information about possible jobs and job openingsto provide a summary of your education, experience, and skills

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to give your opinion about the jobs you have held
B
to provide contact information to prospective employers
C
to intrigue a potential employer with your personal interests
D
to request information about possible jobs and job openings
E
to provide a summary of your education, experience, and skills
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Which image is the best choice for convincing high school students to plant a tree on Earth Day?

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A photo of a young boy and an adult planting a tree.
Option A
B
An illustration of the planting process for planting an apple tree.
Option B
C
A photo of a group of young people gardening.
Option C
D
An illustration of a young boy and adult male planting a tree.
Option D
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Read the passage from a speech by President Barack Obama.Good afternoon. Mr. Secretary General; Your Excellencies, we are here because, right now, in crowded camps and cities around the world, there are families—from Darfur in Chad, Palestinians in Lebanon, Afghans in Pakistan, Colombians in Ecuador—who’ve endured years—in some cases, decades—as refugees, surviving on rations and aid, and who dream of someday, somehow, having a home of their own.We’re here because, right now, there are young girls . . . like my daughters . . . who are just as precious and just as gifted—like the 16-year-old refugee from Myanmar that I met in Malaysia—who’ve suffered unspeakable abuse . . . girls who pray at night that someone might rescue them from their torment.

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Obama uses empirical evidence, since he uses a verifiable source in the refugee from Myanmar.
B
Obama uses logical evidence, since it is common sense that most young girls are gifted.
C
Obama uses logical evidence, since it is reasonable to state that refugees want homes of their own.
D
Obama uses empirical evidence, since he names the specific countries where refugees live.

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