AnswersMCS English IV Semester 2 BLWriting a Persuasive E-mail

Writing a Persuasive E-mail Answers

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Which statement best defines ethos as a rhetorical device?

A
Ethos appeals to readers’ sense of reason.
B
Ethos appeals to readers’ emotions or sentiments.
C
Ethos promotes the credibility or character of the speaker.
D
Ethos promotes the kindness or compassion of the speaker.
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Identify reasons that support this claim. Select three answers.

A
Driving around cones in parking lots does not train the brain for road situations.
B
Many students study their state-issued manual before they take a road test.
C
On the road, students can learn to monitor speed and stopping distances.
D
Ages for driver licensure vary by state, and new laws are passed yearly.
E
Driving on local streets familiarizes students with traffic patterns and road signs.
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Which sentence is appropriate for a formal e-mail?

A
Kids shouldn’t have to guess about how to save their money.
B
I mean, if kids can learn how to stash their cash, they will benefit.
C
A personal finance class could hook kids up with advice about money.
D
Schools should offer personal finance classes to teach basic economics.
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Which heading best exemplifies the format for an e-mail subject line?

A
Uniforms Are a Good Call for All!
B
Aren’t you tired of picking out clothes for school?
C
Consider a vote in favor of school uniforms.
D
Hey, let’s put an end to the trends . . .
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Which heading best exemplifies the format for an e-mail subject line?

A
Join the festivities on Earth Day.
B
Earth Day at the park . . .
C
The Earth Needs You!!
D
Remember last Earth Day?
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Read the sentences.The school board needs to represent a more diverse population.A student member should be elected to represent local youth.

A
however
B
therefore
C
nevertheless
D
because
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Which audiences require a formal tone? Select three answers. teachersfriendsemployerspolicy makersfamily members

A
teachers
B
friends
C
employers
D
policy makers
E
family members
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Which sentence uses transitions most effectively?

A
Additional hours of road practice might delay driver licensure; for instance, new drivers would be better prepared to navigate the roads safely.
B
Additional hours of road practice might delay driver licensure, since new drivers would be better prepared to navigate the roads safely.
C
Additional hours of road practice might delay driver licensure; in addition, new drivers would be better prepared to navigate the roads safely.
D
Additional hours of road practice might delay driver licensure; however, new drivers would be better prepared to navigate the roads safely.
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Read the persuasive conclusion.Bike paths should be added to Main Street to encourage commuters and establish a bike-friendly community downtown. The wide, unpaved shoulders of the road promise an easy transition to paved paths, and the employees of three local businesses have voiced an interest in biking to work.

A
Bike around your neighborhood to hone your skills for a longer ride.
B
Main Street is a busy thoroughfare, but there is ample space for bike lanes.
C
A decreased use of cars during commuting hours would improve air quality.
D
Contact your town council representative to voice your support for bike paths.
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Read the claim.A student tutoring program should be established so that peers can help one another.

A
Honor Roll students could offer homework help to students with specific academic needs.
B
With careful student pairings, academics would improve and new friendships would form.
C
Last spring, nearly twenty percent of all geometry students visited the guidance center to find a tutor.
D
Families often complain about the cost of tutors, but a student-run program would be free.

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