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When a specific story is reported widely on television, online, and in newspapers, this is called

A
persuasive techniques.
B
media literacy.
C
mass media coverage.
D
public opinion.
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Read the excerpt from the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence."And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor."Why does Jefferson conclude with this statement?

A
to soften the impact of this document so that more readers agree with it
B
to leave an opening for future negotiations with the British
C
to show colonial support for the document and the willingness to fight for independence
D
to influence other nations in their own struggles for independence
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Based on "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," which best describes Edwards’s feelings toward his congregation?

A
indifferent
B
amused
C
compassionate
D
confused
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Read the summary of the conclusion of “The World on Turtle’s Back.”[1] When the twins grew up, they continued to fight. [2] One day they decided to hold a contest to determine who was stronger. [3] Though they tried to defeat each other in many different ways, neither one could win. [4] On the last day, they fought with weapons. [5] Using a deer antler, the right-handed twin overpowered his brother, and he threw him off the edge of the Earth. [6] Today, the right-handed twin lives in the Sky-World, and the left-handed twin lives in the dark underworld. [7] They rule the earthly world of men together.Which best describes sentence 1?

A
It is a complex sentence.
B
It is a compound-complex sentence.
C
It only has one clause.
D
It has three separate clauses.
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Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God."Is it not a reasonable thing to fright a person out of a house on fire?What is the purpose of this sentence in Edwards's sermon?

A
It explains why hell is such a dangerous and scary place.
B
It justifies Edwards's strategy of scaring people into accepting God.
C
It asks the reader to explain what to do when confronted with danger.
D
It suggests that people should save their neighbors if their houses catch on fire.
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Read the paragraph.[1] Cory tried out for his school play, Rumors, by Neil Simon. [2] Cory got the part of “Ken.” [3] Cory attended rehearsal every day after school, and he practiced his lines every night. [4] Cory was fantastic on opening night. [5] Cory made the audience laugh!Why does this paragraph lack sentence variety?

A
Each sentence begins with the subject.
B
Each sentence begins with a dependent clause.
C
Each sentence begins with a prepositional phrase.
D
Each sentence begins with the predicate.
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Which best describes the structure of the Declaration of Independence?

A
introduction and thesis › list of reasons why the British government is oppressive › conclusion that the colonies must separate
B
list of evidence against the British government › thesis that colonies should separate › conclusion that war is inevitable
C
introduction about the causes of oppression › list of the causes and effects of British rule › summary of the list of the causes and effects
D
list of the characteristics of a just government › ways in which the British government has not met these standards › thesis that the colonies must separate
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Which statement best describes Edwards’s views in "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God"?

A
People who accepted Puritanism would be spared.
B
People who were "born again" in Christ would be spared.
C
People who attended church regularly would be spared.
D
People who were part of Edwards's congregation would be spared.
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Read the sentences.Thomas Paine authored Common Sense, which argued for American Independence from Britain. Paine also wrote The Crisis.Which is the best way to combine these sentences?

A
Thomas Paine authored Common Sense, which argued for American Independence from Britain, and he also wrote The Crisis.
B
Thomas Paine authored Common Sense, which argued for American Independence from Britain, but he also wrote The Crisis.
C
Thomas Paine authored Common Sense, which argued for American Independence from Britain, also writing The Crisis.
D
Thomas Paine authored Common Sense, which argued for American Independence from Britain, with The Crisis.
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Read this excerpt from the Declaration of Independence.“Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government. The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States.” Which statement best describes the excerpt?

A
This is the minor premise of the Declaration of Independence.
B
This is the major premise of the Declaration of Independence.
C
This is the evidence presented in the Declaration of Independence.
D
This is the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence.
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Which statement best describes the tones of "The Author to Her Book" and "A Hymn to the Evening"?

A
Bradstreet's poem has a thoughtful tone, while Wheatley’s poem has a more nervous tone.
B
Bradstreet's poem has a serious and direct tone, while Wheatley’s poem has an energetic and excited tone.
C
Bradstreet’s poem has a straightforward and direct tone, while Wheatley’s poem has an evasive and indirect tone.
D
Bradstreet's poem has relaxed tone, while Wheatley’s poem has a more aggressive tone.
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Read this section from the Click It or Ticket Mobilization Media Campaign. What is the primary persuasive technique of this section?

Question illustration
A
utilizing special effects
B
using eye-catching graphics
C
formatting text uniquely
D
listing important statistics
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Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God."And now you have an extraordinary opportunity, a day wherein Christ has thrown the door of mercy wide open, and stands in the door calling and crying with a loud voice to poor sinners; a day wherein many are flocking to him, and pressing into the kingdom of God. Many are daily coming from the east, west, north and south; many that were very lately in the same miserable condition that you are in, are now in a happy state, with their hearts filled with love to him that has loved them and washed them from their sins in his own blood, and rejoicing in hope of the glory of God. How awful is it to be left behind at such a day! To see so many others feasting, while you are pining and perishing! To see so many rejoicing and singing for joy of heart, while you have cause to mourn for sorrow of heart, and howl for vexation of spirit! How can you rest one moment in such a condition?In this excerpt, Edwards is attempting to convince readers that they

A
can relax once they decide to follow him.
B
could miss an invaluable opportunity.
C
will never understand contentment.
D
will always feel pain and sadness.
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Which excerpt from the Click It or Ticket Mobilization Media Campaign best expresses that seat belts greatly improve safety?

A
In 2012, 3,031 additional lives could have been saved if all unrestrained passenger vehicle occupants 5 and older involved in fatal crashes had worn their seat belts.
B
Those who drive and ride in pickup trucks may think that their large vehicle will protect them more than other vehicles in a crash.
C
More men than women die every year in motor vehicle traffic crashes. In 2012, 65 percent of the 21,667 passenger vehicle occupants killed were men.
D
Local law enforcement officers are actually trained to spot seat belt violations at night, so just because it’s dark, don’t think they won’t be able to spot unbelted drivers.
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Look at this public service announcement.

Question illustration
A
to encourage people to eat healthy meals
B
to encourage people to purchase less food
C
to urge people to keep each food group separate
D
to urge people to eat more meals per day
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Read the paragraph.[1] Thomas Paine, a pivotal figure in the American Revolution, was born in Britain in 1737. [2] When he was in his mid-thirties, he met Benjamin Franklin in London. [3] Franklin helped Paine move to Philadelphia, where he pursued a career in journalism, he became the editor of Pennsylvania Magazine. [4] In 1776, Paine authored a pro-independence pamphlet called Common Sense, which was widely read throughout the colonies.Which sentence should be revised to improve this paragraph’s sentence fluency?

A
sentence 1
B
sentence 2
C
sentence 3
D
sentence 4
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Which are forms of media? Check all that apply.

A
film
B
letters
C
billboards
D
television
E
lectures
F
the Internet
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A theme expressed in both "To My Dear Loving Husband" and "To the King's Most Excellent Majesty" is

A
gratitude and loyalty
B
envy and resentment
C
responsibility and obligation
D
growth and maturity
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According to "The World on Turtle's Back," which best demonstrates the Iroquois view of women?

A
Women were viewed as clumsy and poor at making decisions.
B
Women were viewed as helpless without the support of men and animals.
C
Women were respected because they helped create and sustain the world.
D
Women were worshipped because they were the descendants of a goddess.
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Which persuasive techniques are used in this public service announcement? Check all that apply.

A
a list of important statistics
B
text formatted in different ways
C
a bright, eye-catching graphic
D
specific sound and special effects
E
language meant to evoke emotion

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