In "Hip Hop as Culture", the author's purpose is to

inform the reader about hip-hop.

In the song lyric, "I am Somebody", in lines 45-48 what is the message?

Self-confidence is more valuable than money.

a short piece of writing that shares the author's opinions.

The purpose of "The Beyond Hip-Hop" section of the essay is to:

the influence of hip-hop in other areas other than music.

The information in the essay shows that the author feels;

a personal connection to hip-hop music.

The author includes a quotation from the book Hip Hop America to show that hip-hop:

affects many parts of American culture.

Why is Russell Simmons proud of what rap stands for?

It reveals the author's true feelings of frustration.

insist on having your opinions recognized.

the attitudes and behaviors of a group.

Which line from the lyrics "I Am Somebody" tells the main idea?

Be proud of what you are and whatever you got.

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The Edge Level B Unit 2 Cluster 2 test

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1
In "Hip Hop as Culture", the author's purpose is to
persuade the reader to listen to hip-hop.
inform the reader about hip-hop.
amuse the reader with funny stories about hip-hop.
warn the reader about the dangers of hip-hop.
2
PERSPECTIVE is a:
change of plans.
point of view.
feeling of doubt.
moment of doubt.
3
In the song lyric, "I am Somebody", in lines 45-48 what is the message?
Self-confidence is more valuable than money.
Health is more important than wealth.
Poor people are better than rich people.
It is important to have a good job.
4
An ESSAY is:
an article with facts that are supported with research.
an imaginary story with a beginning, middle and end.
a short piece of writing that shares the author's opinions.
a type of poetry that expresses an author's feelings.
5
SELF-ESTEEM is a feeling of:
confidence.
hope.
sadness.
fear.
6
The purpose of "The Beyond Hip-Hop" section of the essay is to:
the challenges that hip-hop creates for musicians.
what kinds of music will come after hip-hop.
the influence of hip-hop in other areas other than music.
how hip-hop got started in the inner cities.
7
Hip-Hop was started by:
big corporations.
inner-city youth.
famous athletes.
fashion designers.
8
The information in the essay shows that the author feels;
a strong desire to write hip-hop music.
a concern about the future success of hip-hop.
an urge to design hip-hop fashion.
a personal connection to hip-hop music.
9
The author includes a quotation from the book Hip Hop America to show that hip-hop:
can only be understood by youth from inner-cities.
related to rap music.
affects many parts of American culture.
appeals to older people who want to feel young.
10
A family's HERITAGE is its:
neighborhood.
background.
future.
work.
11
Why is Russell Simmons proud of what rap stands for?
It shocks people who don't like it.
It reveals the author's true feelings of frustration.
It helps inner-city artists become famous.
It warns people not to be gangsters.
12
To ASSERT means to:
change your answer at the last minute.
answer a question correctly.
forgive someone for not keeping a promise.
insist on having your opinions recognized.
13
CULTURE means:
the number of family members in a group.
the risks that people are willing to take.
the events that most effect a person's life.
the attitudes and behaviors of a group.
14
In song lyrics, a CHORUS is
a verse that contains the song title.
the last verse in the song.
a verse that is repeated.
a verse with lines that rhyme.
15
The song lyrics of "I Am Somebody" on page 145, are most like:
an interview.
a short story.
a poem.
a memoir.
16
Which line from the lyrics "I Am Somebody" tells the main idea?
Every girl becomes a women, every boy becomes a man.
It ain't really that hard just to be a brother.
Be proud of what you are and whatever you got.
If you don't believe me you are only cheating yourself.
17
To ACHIEVE means to:
try.
believe.
quit.
exceed.
18
If a person is an INNOVATOR it means the person:
collects valuable art.
inspects something carefully.
follows directions exactly.
introduces something new.
19
to EVOLVE means to:
change over time.
solve a mystery.
end suddenly.
turn around.
20
The lyrics "So when you try to bring me down, I keep my head held up high' shows an image of:
Pride.
Weakness.
Anger.
Patience.

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