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Which of these is an example of a biased source?

A
an editorial that only gives the writer’s opinion on a timely topic
B
a primarily fact-based article for an academic journal
C
an article with quotations from diverse thinkers on a political issue
D
a debate that presents both sides of a controversial issue
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Which research question could Theodore Roosevelt’s speech "Conservation as a National Duty” help answer?

A
Why was Roosevelt concerned about the state of the environment?
B
Which approaches did Roosevelt take on the campaign trail?
C
Which economic problems did Roosevelt work to change?
D
Which foreign issues did Roosevelt address during his presidency?
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Which phrase from "Conservation as a National Duty” identifies the intended audience of this source?

A
“animals are domesticated”
B
“natural resources . . . are in danger”
C
“Governors of the several States”
D
“this Conference at the White House”
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Which argument does the speech "Conservation as a National Duty” best support?

A
Natural resources are not useful.
B
Natural resources should be protected.
C
Natural resources are not in danger.
D
Natural resources will last forever.
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Which phrase from "Conservation as a National Duty” identifies the historical context of this source?

A
“the natural resources . . . are in danger”
B
“Crops are cultivated; animals are domesticated; and metals are mastered”
C
“join together to consider the question of the conservation and use of . . . sources of wealth”
D
“Governors of the several States; and Gentlemen”
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Which statement best describes the main idea of "Conservation as a National Duty” by President Theodore Roosevelt?

A
The United States should work to protect its natural resources.
B
The native people of this nation use natural resources in a limited way.
C
Conservation is not a major priority at this period in history.
D
Becoming a civilized nation tends to be more harmful than helpful.
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Which statements reflect the point of view Senator Beveridge expresses in "March of the Flag”? Choose three correct answers.

A
The United States should colonize the Philippines.
B
The people of the Philippines cannot govern themselves.
C
Colonization goes against the right to self-government.
D
Expansion into other territories is too expensive.
E
Colonization benefits US-occupied territories.
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Read this excerpt from Senator Albert J. Beveridge’s speech "March of the Flag.” Why could it be considered a biased source?

A
It presents an unfair opinion of a group of people.
B
It was given by a man holding a political office.
C
It does not provide supporting reasons for a point of view.
D
It addresses a controversial, hot-button issue.
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Which statement from "March of the Flag” addresses a counterargument?

A
“The rule of liberty . . . applies only to those who are capable of self-government.”
B
“It is a noble land that God has given us; a land that can feed and clothe the world.”
C
“The opposition tells us that we ought not to govern a people without their consent.”
D
“Would not the natives of the Philippines prefer the just, humane, civilizing government of this Republic . . .?”

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