AnswersMCS English IV Semester 2 BLWriting a Persuasive E-mail

Writing a Persuasive E-mail Answers

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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 claim.Kennedy High School should offer club sports in addition to varsity athletics.

A
A student survey revealed that fifty percent of students expressed an interest in recreational sports.
B
Every student needs a way to feel like an important part of a high school community.
C
Kennedy High students would enjoy spending time with their friends in an active setting.
D
Students from other nearby high schools have suggested that club sports are popular.
3

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
4

What is the purpose of transition words in persuasive writing?

A
to state claims
B
to link ideas
C
to cite sources
D
to offer criticism
5

Which sentence uses transitions most effectively?

A
Reducing paper usage benefits the school; for example, money previously budgeted for paper could be spent on creative instructional materials.
B
Reducing paper usage benefits the school due to money previously budgeted for paper being spent on creative instructional materials.
C
Reducing paper usage benefits the school; however, money previously budgeted for paper could be spent on creative instructional materials.
D
Reducing paper usage benefits the school; also, money previously budgeted for paper could be spent on creative instructional materials.
6

Which statement best describes the purpose of a conclusion in a persuasive letter?

A
The conclusion should restate the claim and describe the research.
B
The conclusion should summarize the claim and call readers to action.
C
The conclusion should emphasize the claim and cite literary sources.
D
The conclusion should rebut the claim and offer alternative solutions.
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Which statement best exemplifies a strong persuasive claim?

A
Teachers often communicate with families via newsletters and e-mails.
B
Parents of school-age children appreciate information from schools.
C
Offices are trying to reduce paper usage through reuse and recycling efforts.
D
School communications should be sent electronically to conserve paper.
8

Which statement best exemplifies a strong persuasive claim?

A
The local school board is not aware of students’ opinions on current issues.
B
The school board should include a student member to represent youths’ opinions.
C
When the school board establishes new policies, they affect youth every day.
D
When the school board determines its priorities, many people voice opinions.
9

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.
10

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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