Title: Unit 8 Assessment - Form B
Course: Developmental English > Section: Unit 8: Informed Opinions through Causal Chains

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164092 - Objective(s) 8.1.1

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According to the passage, what is one cause of overfishing?
- a calamitous food crisis throughout the world (Incorrect. To determine a cause, look for signal words such as "consequently" or "cause.")
- a belief that the fish supply is inexhaustible (Correct. One cause of overfishing is the belief that the supply of fish is inexhaustible.)
- the decline of natural reproduction in fish (Incorrect. To determine a cause, look for signal words such as "consequently" or "cause.")
- the disappearance of Atlantic cod (Incorrect. To determine a cause, look for signal words such as "consequently" or "cause.")
A: a belief that the fish supply is inexhaustible

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164080 - Objective(s) 8.1.1

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Based on the section “Using the Ocean as a Fishing Factory,” how does the use of fishing trawlers affect overfishing?
- They rely on GPS technology to locate large schools of fish. (Incorrect. To determine an effect, look for essay organization and signal words. The section “Using the Ocean as a Fishing Factory” discusses trawlers.)
- They discard many of the target fish that are too small. (Incorrect. To determine an effect, look for essay organization and signal words. The section “Using the Ocean as a Fishing Factory” discusses trawlers.)
- They have fish factories on board their boats. (Incorrect. To determine an effect, look for essay organization and signal words. The section “Using the Ocean as a Fishing Factory” discusses trawlers.)
- They deplete large stocks of the target fish. (Correct. One effect of using fishing trawlers is that large stocks of target fish are depleted at one time.)
A: They deplete large stocks of the target fish.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164056 - Objective(s) 8.8.1

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What is the meaning of the word cavalier as it is used in paragraph 3 of the passage?
- proud (Incorrect. Use context to define unknown words by looking for examples in the text. Paragraph 3 gives this example: “They treated the oceans as if their actions would have no future consequences.”)
- scornful (Incorrect. Use context to define unknown words by looking for examples in the text. Paragraph 3 gives this example: “They treated the oceans as if their actions would have no future consequences.”)
- indifferent (Correct. You have used the clues in the paragraph to identify the meaning of cavalier.)
- remorseful (Incorrect. Use context to define unknown words by looking for examples in the text. Paragraph 3 gives this example: “They treated the oceans as if their actions would have no future consequences.”)
A: indifferent

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164200 - Objective(s) 8.2.1

Read these sentences.

If overfishing continues, there will be no more fish in the ocean for people to eat. If there are no more fish in the ocean, there will be a terrible food crisis around the world. It won't be long before all of the grocery shelves are empty.

Which logical fallacy do these sentences demonstrate?
- cherry picking (Incorrect. Cherry picking is a fallacy that relies on choosing only data that supports your desired outcome. Here, overfishing is falsely linked to the end of food at grocery stores.)
- slippery slope (Correct. You have correctly identified the logical fallacy. The slippery slope fallacy contains a premise that if “A” happens, then so will “B…C…D…” and so forth, through a series of small steps.)
- genetic fallacy (Incorrect. Genetic fallacy is the assumption that because two things are associated with each other, they share the same traits. Here, overfishing is falsely linked to the end of food at grocery stores.)
- false cause (Incorrect. The false cause fallacy implies that “A” caused “B” because “A” happened before “B.” Here, overfishing is falsely linked to the end of food at grocery stores.)
A: slippery slope

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 163988 - Objective(s) 8.8.1

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What does the phrase wreak havoc mean in paragraph 4 of the passage?
- catch many fish (Incorrect. Paragraph 5 of the passage gives details about the problems caused by trawlers.)
- find great success (Incorrect. Paragraph 5 of the passage gives details about the problems caused by trawlers.)
- cause vast destruction (Correct. You have used the clues in paragraph 5 to identify the meaning of the phrase wreak havoc.)
- serve commercial goals (Incorrect. Paragraph 5 of the passage gives details about the problems caused by trawlers.)
A: cause vast destruction

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 163976 - Objective(s) 8.8.1

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What is the meaning of the word bycatch in paragraph 5 of the passage?
- targeted fish (Incorrect. To use context to define words, look for synonyms or a definition in the sentence.)
- unwanted fish (Correct. You have correctly used context clues in the paragraph to identify the meaning of the word bycatch.)
- endangered fish (Incorrect. To use context to define words, look for synonyms or a definition in the sentence.)
- unrecognizable fish (Incorrect. To use context to define words, look for synonyms or a definition in the sentence.)
A: unwanted fish

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 164000 - Objective(s) 8.9.1

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In paragraph 3, what is the meaning of the word inexhaustible?
- appropriate to produce food (Incorrect. Use clues in the paragraph to help figure out the meaning of the word.)
- not capable of running out (Correct. You have used clues in the paragraphs to correctly identify the meaning of the word inexhaustible.)
- drained of resources (Incorrect. Use clues in the paragraph to help figure out the meaning of the word.)
- filled with life (Incorrect. Use clues in the paragraph to help figure out the meaning of the word.)
A: not capable of running out

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 164012 - Objective(s) 8.9.1

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What does the word sustainable mean as it is used in paragraph 1 of the passage?
- fit to eat (Incorrect. The suffix “-able,” which means “is,” provides a clue to the meaning of the word.)
- alive or present (Incorrect. The suffix “-able,” which means “is,” provides a clue to the meaning of the word.)
- enough to share (Incorrect. The suffix “-able,” which means “is,” provides a clue to the meaning of the word.)
- can be maintained (Correct. You have used the suffix “-able,” which means “is,” to help you identify the correct meaning of the word.)
A: can be maintained

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164188 - Objective(s) 8.2.1

Read this sentence.

Every time I wear my lucky ring, I do well on my exams; therefore, my ring causes me to do well on my exams.

Which logical fallacy does this sentence demonstrate?
- false cause (Correct. You have correctly identified the logical fallacy. False cause implies that “A” caused “B” because “A” happened before “B.”)
- slippery slope (Incorrect. The slippery slope fallacy contains a premise that if “A” happens, then so will “B…C…D…” and so forth, through a series of small steps.)
- genetic fallacy (Incorrect. Genetic fallacy is the assumption that because two things are associated with each other, they share the same traits.)
- cherry picking (Incorrect. Cherry picking is a fallacy that relies on choosing only data that supports your desired outcome.)
A: false cause

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164176 - Objective(s) 8.3.1

Read this prompt for an essay assignment.

Explain how the songs developed by African American slaves may have led, decades later, to the development of new musical traditions.

Which essay structure is most appropriate for this prompt?
- analysis (Correct. You have correctly identified the appropriate essay structure for the prompt. A prompt that asks you to apply and explain previously learned principles is asking for an analysis.)
- definition (Incorrect. A definition essay prompt would ask you to state or list a definition and give examples. This prompt asks you to apply and explain previously learned principles.)
- persuasion (Incorrect. Persuasive essay prompts ask for your opinion. This prompt asks you to apply and explain previously learned principles.)
- summarize (Incorrect. A summary essay prompt asks you to outline what you read or learned. This prompt asks you to apply and explain previously learned principles.)
A: analysis

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164164 - Objective(s) 8.3.1

For which of the following prompts would you use a “Definition Essay” structure?
- Describe the major characteristics of a typical urban farm. (Correct. You have correctly identified the essay structure for the prompt. A definition essay asks you to summarize or restate material.)
- Discuss the major similarities and differences between urban farms and rural farms. (Incorrect. A definition essay asks you to summarize or restate material.)
- Explain how urban farming has changed the lives of people who live in the city of Chicago. (Incorrect. A definition essay asks you to summarize or restate material.)
- Explain whether urban farms have had a positive or a negative effect on the communities they serve. (Incorrect. A definition essay asks you to summarize or restate material.)
A: Describe the major characteristics of a typical urban farm.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164152 - Objective(s) 8.6.1

Which sentence uses numbers correctly?
- Her sister was born on August 27, 2005. (Correct. You have identified the sentence that uses numbers correctly. Dates should be written in Arabic numerals.)
- Her sister was born on August 27, two thousand five. (Incorrect. Dates should be written in Arabic numerals.)
- Her sister was born on August twenty-seventh, 2005. (Incorrect. Dates should be written in Arabic numerals.)
- Her sister was born on August twenty-seventh, two thousand five. (Incorrect. Dates should be written in Arabic numerals.)
A: Her sister was born on August 27, 2005.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164140 - Objective(s) 8.6.1

Which sentence uses numbers correctly?
- Deena owed her brother $25.00. (Correct. You have identified the sentence that uses numbers correctly. Money references should be written in Arabic numerals.)
- Deena owed her brother $Twenty-five. (Incorrect. Money references should be written in Arabic numerals.)
- Deena owed her brother 25.00 dollars. (Incorrect. Money references should be written in Arabic numerals only.)
- Deena owed her brother twenty-five dollars. (Incorrect. Money references should be written in Arabic numerals.)
A: Deena owed her brother $25.00.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164128 - Objective(s) 8.7.1

Which sentence uses punctuation correctly?
- I just read an excellent article about climate change, however; the author definitely had a bias on one side of the debate. (Incorrect. In this sentence with two independent clauses connected with a conjunctive adverb, the punctuation is not placed correctly.)
- I just read an excellent article about climate change; however, the author definitely had a bias on one side of the debate. (Correct. A sentence with two independent clauses connected with a conjunctive adverb requires both a comma and a semicolon.)
- I just read an excellent article about climate change however; the author definitely had a bias on one side of the debate. (Incorrect. In this sentence with two independent clauses connected with a conjunctive adverb, the semicolon is not placed correctly and a comma is needed. This sentence does not have the proper placement of the semicolon.)
- I just read an excellent article about climate change; however the author definitely had a bias on one side of the debate. (Incorrect. This sentence with two independent clauses connected with a conjunctive adverb requires additional punctuation.)
A: I just read an excellent article about climate change; however, the author definitely had a bias on one side of the debate.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164116 - Objective(s) 8.7.1

Which salutation of a business letter is punctuated correctly?
- Dear Mr. Snow (Incorrect. The salutation in a business letter requires punctuation.)
- Dear Mr. Snow: (Correct. You have identified the sentence with correct punctuation. The salutation in a business letter requires a colon.)
- Dear Mr. Snow; (Incorrect. The salutation in a business letter does not include a semicolon.)
- Dear Mr. Snow- (Incorrect. The salutation in a business letter does not include a hyphen.)
A: Dear Mr. Snow:

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form B) Question 164104 - Objective(s) 8.7.3

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
- I am planning to travel to Paris France on January, 3 2016. (Incorrect. There should not be a comma between the month and the day.)
- I am planning to travel to Paris, France on January 3 2016. (Incorrect. There needs to be a comma within a date.)
- I am planning to travel to Paris France on January 3, 2016. (Incorrect. Cities and countries should be punctuated.)
- I am planning to travel to Paris, France, on January 3, 2016. (Correct. You have identified the sentence with correct punctuation. There should be a comma between a city and its country, after the country and also between the day of the month and the year.)
A: I am planning to travel to Paris, France, on January 3, 2016.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 164040 - Objective(s) 8.7.2

Which sentence uses punctuation correctly?
- During my technology-free week, I missed many things, including: television, computer games, and the Internet. (Incorrect. A colon should not be used directly after words like “including.”)
- During my technology-free week, I missed many things; television, computer games, and the Internet. (Incorrect. Use a colon to introduce a list if an independent clause precedes the colon.)
- During my technology-free week, I missed many things: television, computer games, and the Internet. (Correct. You have identified the sentence with correct punctuation. A colon is used to introduce a list if an independent clause precedes the colon.)
- During my technology-free week, I missed many things, television, computer games, and the Internet. (Incorrect. Use a colon to introduce a list if an independent clause precedes the colon.)
A: During my technology-free week, I missed many things: television, computer games, and the Internet.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 164028 - Objective(s) 8.7.2

Which sentence uses punctuation correctly?
- Roosevelt said it best: “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” (Correct. You have identified the sentence with correct punctuation. A colon can be used to introduce a quote.)
- Roosevelt said it best. “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” (Incorrect. A period should not be used to introduce a quote.)
- Roosevelt said it best; “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” (Incorrect. A semicolon should not be used to introduce a quote.)
- Roosevelt said it best “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” (Incorrect. Punctuation is needed to introduce a quote.)
A: Roosevelt said it best: “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 164024 - Objective(s) 8.4.1

Read these possible topics for a cause and effect essay.

- Describe the effects that come from playing violent video games, watching violent television shows, and/or watching violent movies.
- A recent study found that teens spend 53 hours a week on various kinds of media. What are the effects of spending so many hours on media?
- What are the effects of the Internet on the daily life of a teen?

Choose one topic. Write an outline using the outline format for a cause and effect essay. Be sure to include the cause and effect you will outline, your thesis statement, and your opening statement of your concluding paragraph.

Write your outline in the space below.

Q: Unit 8 Quiz 162585 (Form A) Question 164052 - Objective(s) 8.3.2

Read this prompt for an essay assignment.

Write an essay that discusses the advantages and disadvantages of having computers in every classroom in the United States.

Write a possible thesis statement for this essay prompt.