Title: Unit 7 Assessment - Form A
Course: Developmental English > Section: Unit 7: Exploring Comparative Elements

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163639 - Objective(s) 7.1.1

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Which two subjects are compared in the passage?
- the costs of printing electronic books and paper books (Incorrect. Although the relative costs of both kinds of books are mentioned in paragraph 9, these are not the two subjects being compared in the passage.)
- reading books electronically and reading books on paper (Correct. You have correctly identified the two subjects being compared in the passage. All comparisons include subjects, which are the people, places, things, or ideas being compared.)
- people who read electronic books and people who read print books (Incorrect. Although readers are described in paragraph 1, the passage is about reading books, not the readers.)
- the advantages and disadvantages of reading books on electronic devices (Incorrect. Although advantages and disadvantages are key words in the passage, this answer choice ignores paper books, one of the two main subjects of the passage.)
A: reading books electronically and reading books on paper

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163627 - Objective(s) 7.1.2

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What are the points of comparison used to compare e-books and print books in this passage?
- sales figures, readers, the future (Incorrect. This passage uses point-by-point, which compares the common aspects of two subjects.)
- electronic books, films, audiobooks (Incorrect. This passage uses point-by-point, which compares the common aspects of two subjects.)
- children's books, young adult books, adult books (Incorrect. This passage uses point-by-point, which compares the common aspects of two subjects.)
- origins, print advantages, electronic advantages, future (Correct. You have correctly identified the points of comparison used in the passage. This passage uses a point-by-point comparison.)
A: origins, print advantages, electronic advantages, future

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163473 - Objective(s) 7.1.3

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How do you know the writer used a point-by-point comparison strategy in the passage?
- The writer covers all the information about e-books and then print books. (Incorrect. The point-by-point strategy compares the common aspects of two subjects.)
- The writer combines information about both kinds of books in each paragraph. (Incorrect. The point-by-point strategy compares the common aspects of two subjects.)
- The writer moves between the two kinds of books, back and forth, throughout the passage. (Correct. You have correctly identified how you know the writer used a point-by-point comparison strategy in the passage. The writer moves between the two subjects throughout the essay.)
- The writer discusses e-books for several paragraphs and then discusses print books until the end. (Incorrect. The point-by-point strategy compares the common aspects of two subjects.)
A: The writer moves between the two kinds of books, back and forth, throughout the passage.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163615 - Objective(s) 7.11.1

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Read this sentence from paragraph 11 of the passage.

The average American moves 11.7 times; and most people who keep print books are packrats, accumulating more and more of them as time goes by.

Which words from the sentence help you understand the meaning of the word packrats?
- average American (Incorrect. A reader can use context clues to define unknown words, the noun phrase “average American” does not clue the meaning of packrats.)
- moves 11.7 times (Incorrect. A reader can use context clues to define unknown words, but the verb phrase “moves 11.7 times” does not clue the meaning of packrats.)
- who keep print books (Incorrect. A reader can use context clues to define unknown words. In this sentence, “who keep print books” gives little contextual meaning to packrats.)
- accumulating more and more (Correct. You have identified the correct context clue for packrats. The word derives nearly all of its meaning from the fact that packrats accumulate more and more books over time.)
A: accumulating more and more

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163603 - Objective(s) 7.11.1

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Read these sentences from paragraph 4 of the passage.

Today, most people on the planet can read. According to the UNESCO Institute for Statistics, about 84 percent of the world's adults were literate in 2011 . . . .

Which words from these sentences help you understand the meaning of the word literate?
- most people (Incorrect. A reader can use context clues to define unknown words, but “most people” does not clue the meaning of literate.)
- can read (Correct. You have identified the correct context clues for literate. The word derives contextual meaning from the fact that most people “can read.”)
- UNESCO Institute for Statistics (Incorrect. A reader can use context clues to define unknown words, but the noun phrase “UNESCO Institute for Statistics” does not clue the meaning of literate.)
- the world's adults (Incorrect. A reader can use context clues to define unknown words, but “the world's adults” does not clue the meaning of literate.)
A: can read

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163437 - Objective(s) 7.12.1

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Read this sentence from paragraph 4 of the passage.

With the later invention of the printing press, reading became increasingly accessible to larger numbers of people.

What is the meaning of the word accessible as it is used in this sentence?
- a place that is easy to reach (Incorrect. Understanding a suffix can help a reader define unknown words. This meaning does not incorporate the meaning of the suffix.)
- able to be used or experienced (Correct. You have used the meaning of the suffix “-ible” which means “can be” to correctly identify the meaning of the word accessible.)
- a person who is able to reach or gain something (Incorrect. Understanding a suffix can help a reader define unknown words. This meaning does not incorporate the meaning of the suffix.)
- large enough to accommodate people with disabilities (Incorrect. Understanding a suffix can help a reader define unknown words. This meaning does not incorporate the meaning of the suffix.)
A: able to be used or experienced

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163461 - Objective(s) 7.4.1

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Read this sentence from paragraph 10 of the passage.

To my great surprise, I found myself reading more slowly than usual, savoring the words like a fine meal. . .

Which type of figurative language does the writer use in this sentence?
- idiom (Incorrect. An idiom is an everyday phrase that has a commonly understood figurative meaning. This sentence is not an idiom.)
- simile (Correct. You have identified the correct type of figurative language used in this sentence. This simile compares reading slowly to savoring a fine meal.)
- metaphor (Incorrect. A metaphor presents a thing as if it is actually the thing to which it is compared. Because this comparison uses "like," it is not a metaphor.)
- personification (Incorrect. Writers use personification when they give human attributes to inanimate objects. This sentence is not an example of personification.)
A: simile

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163449 - Objective(s) 7.4.1

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Read this phrase from paragraph 7 of the passage.

. . . a full set of the printed Encyclopedia Britannica weighs as much as a human being.

Which type of figurative language does the writer use in this sentence?
- cliché (Incorrect. A cliché is a phrase that has been used so often that it's now dull and boring. This sentence is not a cliché.)
- simile (Correct. You have correctly identified the type of figurative language. This sentence compares a “set of the printed Encyclopedia Britannica” to a “human being” by using the word “as.”)
- metaphor (Incorrect. A metaphor presents a thing as if it is actually the thing to which it is compared. This sentence is not a metaphor.)
- personification (Incorrect. Writers use personification when they give human attributes to inanimate objects. This sentence is not an example of personification.)
A: simile

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163425 - Objective(s) 7.10.1

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Which sentence from the passage uses passive voice?
- The Diamond Sutra was printed in China in 868 AD. (paragraph 4) (Correct. You have correctly identified the sentence in which the subject is acted upon by someone or something else. In this sentence, the subject “The Diamond Sutra” does not actively do anything. It was printed by someone or something that is not named in the sentence.)
- In one year, e-reader production released 2350 million kilograms of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. (paragraph 8) (Incorrect. In passive voice, the subject is acted upon by someone or something else. In this sentence, the subject “e-reader production” actively does something: it “released.”)
- E-books also make reading easier for people with disabilities. (paragraph 12) (Incorrect. In passive voice, the subject is acted upon by someone or something else. In this sentence, the subject “E-books” actively does something: they “make reading easier.”)
- M.K. sees it another way. (paragraph 16) (Incorrect. In passive voice, the subject is acted upon by someone or something else. In this sentence, the subject “M.K.” actively does something: she “sees it another way.”)
A: The Diamond Sutra was printed in China in 868 AD. (paragraph 4)

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163485 - Objective(s) 7.2.1

For which writing prompt would you use an explanatory thesis?
- Analyze the differences between jazz music and blues music, and use your analysis to determine which type of music you prefer. (Incorrect. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a particular stance on either one. This prompt asks the writer to “determine which type of music you prefer.”)
- Compare and contrast oranges and lemons, including their flavors, their uses, and their production in the United States. (Correct. You have correctly identified the prompt that asks for a comparison between oranges and lemons without bias or judgment. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a particular stance on either one.)
- Analyze the differences and similarities between socks and gloves, and determine which one is the more important piece of clothing. (Incorrect. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a particular stance on either one. This prompt asks the writer to judge which piece of clothing is “more important.”)
- Compare and contrast organic farming and commercial farming, and explain why organic farming is healthier. (Incorrect. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a particular stance on either one. This prompt asks the writer to “explain why organic farming is healthier.”)
A: Compare and contrast oranges and lemons, including their flavors, their uses, and their production in the United States.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163651 - Objective(s) 7.2.2

Which of the following is an explanatory thesis?
- Susan is a strong candidate for president, but Helen is even stronger. (Incorrect. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a particular stance on either one. This thesis contains a judgment about the “stronger candidate.”)
- The South Pole and the North Pole are both very much alike but also very different. (Correct. You have correctly identified the thesis that does not involve the writer taking a position in favor of one subject over the other. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a stance for or against either one.)
- Email is a good way to keep in touch; however, writing a hand-written letter is more satisfying. (Incorrect. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a particular stance on either one. This thesis contains the phrase “more satisfying,” which reflects an evaluative judgment.)
- Working two part-time jobs is more stressful, more challenging, and less lucrative than working one full-time job. (Incorrect. An explanatory thesis compares two subjects without taking a particular stance on either one. This thesis contains the judgment “more stressful, more challenging, and less lucrative.”)
A: The South Pole and the North Pole are both very much alike but also very different.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163581 - Objective(s) 7.2.3

Which of the following is an evaluative thesis?
- Keeping a regular schedule is so much better than letting each day's schedule be different and random. (Correct. You have correctly identified the thesis in which the writer makes a judgment about “keeping a regular schedule.” An evaluative thesis is a claim that makes a judgment.)
- Having a guinea pig as a pet is both similar to and different from having a snake as a pet. (Incorrect. An evaluative thesis is a claim that makes a judgment. This thesis treats both subjects equally without taking a position in favor of one over the other.)
- Astrology and astronomy both deal with studying the stars, but they are not the same. (Incorrect. An evaluative thesis is a claim that makes a judgment. This thesis treats both subjects equally without taking a position in favor of one over the other.)
- Fruit salads and vegetable salads: there are good and bad things about both. (Incorrect. An evaluative thesis is a claim that makes a judgment. This thesis treats both subjects equally without suggesting that one kind of salad is better than the other.)
A: Keeping a regular schedule is so much better than letting each day's schedule be different and random.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163569 - Objective(s) 7.3.1

Which of these topics is appropriate for a compare and contrast essay?
- wild turkeys and types of trees (Incorrect. Worthy subjects should at least be part of a similar class of things, and they should also have enough in common that the comparison makes sense. These subjects are not part of a similar class.)
- building a house and seeing a shooting star (Incorrect. Worthy subjects should at least be part of a similar class of things, and they should also have enough in common that the comparison makes sense. These subjects are not part of a similar class.)
- photographing a face and painting a portrait (Correct. You have correctly identified the two subjects that are appropriate for comparison. These subjects are part of a class “ways to reproduce a person's likeness” and have enough in common that the comparison makes sense.)
- visiting an art museum and a famous painter (Incorrect. Worthy subjects should at least be part of a similar class of things, and they should also have enough in common that the comparison makes sense. These subjects are not part of a similar class.)
A: photographing a face and painting a portrait

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163557 - Objective(s) 7.4.2

Read this sentence.

The temperature in our classroom was very high.

The writer revised this sentence to include a metaphor. Which revised sentence includes a metaphor?
- The heat pushed the students over the edge. (Incorrect. A metaphor is a word or phrase that describes one thing by comparing it to something that is very different. This sentence includes personification and a cliché.)
- Our classroom was as hot as the blazing sun. (Incorrect. A metaphor is a word or phrase that describes one thing by comparing it to something that is very different. This sentence includes a simile.)
- The heat made the students crazy as clowns. (Incorrect. A metaphor is a word or phrase that describes one thing by comparing it to something that is very different. This sentence includes a simile.)
- Our classroom was an oven. (Correct. You have correctly identified the sentence that contains a metaphor: word or phrase that describes one thing by comparing it to something that is very different. In this sentence “classroom” is portrayed as “an oven.”)
A: Our classroom was an oven.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163545 - Objective(s) 7.4.2

Read this sentence.

The snow covered everything.

The writer revised this sentence to include a simile. Which revised sentence includes a simile?
- The snow was a diamond shining in the sun. (Incorrect. A simile is a comparison of two unlike things. This sentence includes a metaphor.)
- The snow was like a white blanket. (Correct. You have correctly identified the sentence that contains a simile, a comparison of two unlike things that uses "like" or "as.")
- The snow buried us all quickly. (Incorrect. A simile is a comparison of two unlike things. This sentence does not include a comparison. It uses personification and hyperbole.)
- The snow was a skyscraper. (Incorrect. A simile is a comparison of two unlike things. This sentence includes a metaphor.)
A: The snow was like a white blanket.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163521 - Objective(s) 7.7.1

All of these sentences include commonly confused homophones. Which sentence is correct?
- You put too much sugar on your breakfast serial. (Incorrect. Homophones are words that sound the same but are spelled differently and have different meanings. In this sentence, although the homophone “too” is correct, “serial” should be “cereal.”)
- My father grows vegetables and flours in his garden. (Incorrect. Homophones are words that sound the same but are spelled differently and have different meanings. In this sentence, “flours” should be “flowers.”)
- Will someone help me untie the knot in my shoelace? (Correct. You have identified the sentence in which all of the words are used correctly, including the homophones “knot” and “not.” Homophones are words that sound the same but are spelled differently and have different meanings.)
- When did the captain set sale on his trip to North America? (Incorrect. Homophones are words that sound the same but are spelled differently and have different meanings. In this sentence, “sale” should be “sail.”)
A: Will someone help me untie the knot in my shoelace?

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163735 - Objective(s) 7.8.1

Which of the following sentences with a parenthetical expression is punctuated correctly?
- Nick, what time is football practice? (Correct. You have identified the sentence with a parenthetical expression that is punctuated correctly. This sentence includes the name of someone being addressed and is set off by a comma.)
- Nick what time, is football practice? (Incorrect. One type of parenthetical expression includes the names of people being addressed. The punctuation should come after the name.)
- Nick; what time is football practice? (Incorrect. One type of parenthetical expression includes the names of people being addressed. It should not be punctuated with a semicolon.)
- Nick: what time is football practice? (Incorrect. One type of parenthetical expression includes the names of people being addressed. It should not be punctuated with a colon.)
A: Nick, what time is football practice?

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163509 - Objective(s) 7.9.1

Which sentence uses modifiers correctly?
- The tall pines trees reach to the sky, swaying in the breeze. (Incorrect. A misplaced modifier is not placed immediately before or after the word it describes. The participial phrase “swaying in the breeze” modifies “The tall pines” but it is placed after “sky.”)
- Cooking spaghetti, the chef gave a lesson about fresh pasta. (Correct. You have correctly identified the sentence in which the modifier “Cooking spaghetti” is immediately before the word it describes: “the chef.”)
- Waiting for her turn, the clock seemed to have stopped ticking. (Incorrect. A dangling modifier describes a word that is missing in a sentence. “Waiting for her turn” describes a person who is not in the sentence.)
- In his old age, the blankets my grandfather knitted are precious. (Incorrect. A misplaced modifier is not placed immediately before or after the word it describes. The prepositional phrase “In his old age” modifies “grandfather,” but it is placed before “the blankets.”)
A: Cooking spaghetti, the chef gave a lesson about fresh pasta.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163599 - Objective(s) 7.3.3

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Develop a point-by-point outline for the passage “E-Books or Print Books? That Is the Question.”

Write your outline in the space below.

Q: Unit 7 Quiz 162581 (Form A) Question 163595 - Objective(s) 7.5.1

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Read paragraphs 15-17 of the passage.

Paraphrase paragraphs 15-17, keeping in mind that your paraphrase should be written in your own words.