Combine these sentences: There is a storm brewing. I'm not talking about the weather.

There is a storm brewing; however, I'm not talking about the weather.

Read the body paragraph. It needs a commentary sentence. Which would be the most effective? This shows us that...

...protests against structural racism can occur without saying a word.

What do the speaker's comments in lines 5-6 suggest?

The speaker believes that people who always seek attention are pathetic

Macklemore's intention in 'Wings' is to demonstrate that:

We think that what we own defines who we are

The creators of this film primarily wanted to show the audience how...

brainwashing might occur in a dystopian future

What does "chasing waterfalls" represent?

taking risks without considering the consequences

What can we infer from this film?

the woman has a preconceived notion that teens are rude and untrustworthy

What would be the best way to end a thesis statement for this prompt? It is sometimes necessary to...

take risks because you can overcome fears and generate new possibilities

Which sentence from this The New York Times article is incorrect and why?

Sentence 4 (it needs an apostrophe to indicate possession)

Which sentence uses a comma incorrectly?

The news, outlet which has a long history won the lawsuit.

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1
Combine these sentences: There is a storm brewing. I'm not talking about the weather.
There is a storm brewing: I'm not talking about the weather.
There is a storm brewing, or I'm not talking about the weather.
There is a storm brewing; however, I'm not talking about the weather.
There is a storm brewing but, I'm not talking about the weather.
2
What tone is established in this poem?
belligerent
scornful
melancholy
pretentious
3
What theme can be derived from this image?
Pragmatic behavior rules over emotional reactions
Comedies are subjective
Bullying is an existential concern
Brilliance can be alienating
4
Read the body paragraph. It needs a commentary sentence. Which would be the most effective? This shows us that...
...staying silent enables racism.
...Kaepernick should consider a career in activism rather than athletics.
...football players are devoted to eroding racial divisions.
...protests against structural racism can occur without saying a word.
5
What do the speaker's comments in lines 5-6 suggest?
The speaker is emphasizing a lifelong connection to nature
The speaker argues that frogs don't live in a safe habitat
The speaker believes that people who always seek attention are pathetic
Going out in a public space allows the speaker to thrive
6
Macklemore's intention in 'Wings' is to demonstrate that:
Even the most unassuming individual can achieve great things
The sports industry unfairly targets young men
We think that what we own defines who we are
Too often we compete with each other to have the best fashions
7
The creators of this film primarily wanted to show the audience how...
brainwashing might occur in a dystopian future
robotic advancements might contribute to a more wholesome society
a seemingly perfect family truly functions behind closed doors
advertisements are misleading and intentions should always be questioned
8
What does "chasing waterfalls" represent?
foolishly wasting precious time
taking risks without considering the consequences
ghosts that follow us throughout the day
the people in our lives who truly love us
9
What can we infer from this film?
the young man makes small gestures that challenge authority
the woman has a preconceived notion that teens are rude and untrustworthy
that brand of cookie is ubiquitous and loved by all ages
this train station is a hub where diverse peoples cross paths
10
What would be the best way to end a thesis statement for this prompt? It is sometimes necessary to...
take a chance with homework because failing can be a learning experience
"...risk starving to death than surrender" Jim Carrey once said
take risks because you can overcome fears and generate new possibilities
make mistakes because it is beneficial to one's future and development
11
This image serves as an example of
redundancy
persuasion
situational irony
foreshadowing
12
Which sentence from this The New York Times article is incorrect and why?
Sentence 1 (it is a run-on sentence)
Sentence 4 (it needs an apostrophe to indicate possession)
Sentence 3 (the comma should be removed)
Sentence 2 (it uses the wrong FANBOYS)
13
Which sentence uses a comma incorrectly?
The news, outlet which has a long history won the lawsuit.
Nevertheless, I will persevere.
The news outlet, which has a long history, won the lawsuit.
I will, nevertheless, persevere.
14
First impressions may be crucial, but _________ ways to redeem oneself if that initial meeting goes awry.
there is
they're
their
there are

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