When she discusses Obama in the first paragraph, the author's tone is best described as
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largely critical Explanation: The author's tone in the first paragraph is respectful but critical. She notes that Obama is a powerful orator" but argues that his speeches are "long on rhetoric and short on substance." She goes on to say that while Obama is "charming and charismatic," he has not yet proven himself as a leader."
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between the author's quotation of Coates in the middle of the first paragraph ("But I think . . . half as much") and her discussion of the My Brother's Keeper initiative that follows it?
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The quotation expresses disapproval of a tenet adopted by Obama; the discussion that follows it explains the author's disapproval by highlighting problematic aspects of a specific program. Explanation: The author is using Coates' quote to introduce her discussion of the My Brother's Keeper initiative. She is saying that while Coates is right that black boys face many challenges, the My Brother's Keeper initiative is working to help them overcome those challenges.
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In the second paragraph, the author draws on evidence from her personal experience primarily to
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explain a change in her assessment of a particular idea Explanation: The author is using her personal experience as evidence to support her claim that many people are quick to judge others without knowing them. She cites specific examples, such as when she was judged for being a bad mother" because she was working, to illustrate her point."
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In the fourth paragraph, the author elaborates on the history of the "talented tenth" primarily to argue that this idea
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is implicated in a flawed understanding of black success Explanation: The talented tenth" is a term that was originally coined by W. E. B. Du Bois in a essay of the same name. In the essay, Du Bois argues that there is a small group of African American men who are exceptionally talented and who have the potential to lead their race to success. Du Bois believed that this group of men could be the key to helping African Americans achieve equality in the United States.The idea of the talented tenth has been controversial since it was first introduced. Some critics argue that it is elitist and that it perpetuates the idea of black inferiority. Others argue that it is a necessary and realistic way to address the issue of inequality.The author of the article seems to agree with Du Bois's original idea that the talented tenth can play a vital role in helping African Americans achieve equality. However, the author also acknowledges the criticisms of the concept and argues that it is important to consider the history of the idea in order to understand its potential impact."
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At the end of the second paragraph, the author claims that "these instances are not adduced with a view of proving that it is desirable to open such professions to women" primarily to
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distance herself from a perspective that could be supported by the evidence she cites Explanation: avoidThe author is primarily trying to avoid any potential criticism that they are advocating for women to enter into professions that are typically male-dominated. By stating that these instances are not being used to prove that it is desirable for women to enter these professions, the author is trying to distance themselves from any potential backlash.
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In the first sentence of the third paragraph, the author describes needlework as "seemingly peculiarly adapted to the powers and tastes of women" primarily to
In context, the author's tone when discussing the "presumptive connexion" in the last sentence of the last paragraph is best described as
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dismissive Explanation: The author's tone when discussing the presumptive connexion" in the last sentence of the last paragraph is one of skepticism. The author is questioning whether or not there is a true connection between the two things being discussed."
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In the sixth sentence of the last paragraph, the author's shift in tone in the lines "But if Wyoming . . . anywhere else" primarily serves to contrast
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her uncertainty about Wyoming's diversity and her certainty about its natural beauty Explanation: The sixth sentence of the last paragraph reads, But if Wyoming were to disappear, it would be missed less for its physical presence than for what it represents: a state of mind that is as old as the country itself." The author's shift in tone in the lines "But if Wyoming . . . anywhere else" primarily serves to contrast the state's importance as an idea with its actual physical size."
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In relation to the author's argument, the sentence "Out of the 90 legislators in the Senate and House, only five are of color" in the sixth paragraph primarily offers
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new information prompting a change in the author's line of reasoning Explanation: The author is discussing the lack of diversity in the legislature, and this sentence is meant to demonstrate how severe the problem is. There are only five people of color out of ninety legislators, which is a very small percentage. This lack of diversity means that the legislature does not accurately represent the population, and this can have negative consequences.
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In the second paragraph, the writer wants to present a vivid and detailed picture of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter in a positive tone that is consistent with the rest of the passage. Which of the following versions of sentence 5 (reproduced below) would best accomplish this purpose?
A great many buildings were erected in the fourth century, though not all of these structures are still standing.
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Therefore, you will encounter charming yet narrow cobbled streets, wrought-iron streetlamps, and buildings that will amaze you with their rich, historical architectural intricacies. Explanation: A great many buildings were erected in the fourth century, though not all of them are still standing.A great many buildings were erected in the fourth century, though not all of these structures have survived.A great many buildings were erected in the fourth century, though not all of them have survived.The best answer is D. Sentence D is clear and concise, and it presents the information in a positive light.
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The writer is considering deleting sentence 18 (reproduced below).
According to travel writer Hazel Plush in an article in the Telegraph, approximately 32 million tourists visited Barcelona in 2016.
Should the writer keep or delete sentence 18?
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Delete it, because the information it provides from a source is not relevant to the passage's main idea about Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. Explanation:A great many buildings were erected in the fourth century, though not all of them are still standing.A great many buildings were erected in the fourth century, though not all of these structures have survived.A great many buildings were erected in the fourth century, though not all of them have survived.The best answer is D. Sentence D is clear and concise, and it presents the information in a positive light.
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The writer wants to incorporate alternative perspectives into the passage. Which of the following articles would likely be the strongest source of counterarguments regarding the best area of Barcelona for tourists to visit?
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The El Born Neighborhood: Barcelona's Most Popular Tourist Destination Explanation: The article 5 Reasons to Visit the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona" would likely be the strongest source of counterarguments regarding the best area of Barcelona for tourists to visit. The article provides five reasons why the Gothic Quarter is the best area for tourists to visit, including its history, architecture, and culture. However, the article does not mention any of the other areas of Barcelona that are also popular with tourists."
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The writer is considering deleting sentence 3 (reproduced below).
A Los Angeles Times article published on October 14, 2018, reported that 63 percent of tasks performed by workers in three California cities—Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ontario—could be automated in the future.
Should the writer keep or delete sentence 3?
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Keep it, because it provides evidence from a credible source that supports the writer's line of reasoning in the passage. Explanation: The writer should delete sentence 3. The sentence does not add any new information and is not necessary for the reader to know.
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Which version of sentence 15 (reproduced below) most effectively maintains the style and tone of the writer's argument in the passage?
We can't just sit around twiddling our thumbs as the world of employment collapses around us.
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We cannot afford to be passive at the dawn of this new industrial revolution. Explanation: A. We can't just sit around twiddling our thumbs while the world of employment collapses around us.B. We can't just sit around twiddling our thumbs as the world of employment is collapsing around us.The most effective sentence would be sentence A. This sentence maintain the style and tone of the writer's argument by using the word while" to connect the two clauses. This shows that the person is sitting around and the world is collapsing at the same time."
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In sentence 6 (reproduced below), which version of the underlined text is most stylistically appropriate for the writer's tone in the passage?
Listen up: there isn't an issue as rousing as the draft to spur on a new movement to lower the voting age.
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It must be admitted that there is no Explanation: There isn't an issue as rousing as the draft to spur on a new movement to lower the voting age.
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The writer has found new evidence (below) and wants to add it to the passage without affecting the current line of reasoning.
This highly contagious disease comes from sheep and goats and is transmitted to people through unpasteurized dairy.
Which of the following is the most logical place in the passage to add the sentence?
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After sentence 6 Explanation: The most logical place to add the sentence would be at the end of the paragraph, after the sentence about transmission. This would provide new information about the disease without affecting the current line of reasoning.
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The writer would like to add the following sentence to the passage.
Citizens will have to apply for a permit to drive over the bridge or use a designated shuttle bus.
Which of the following changes would the writer most need to make in order to incorporate this new evidence into the passage's overall line of reasoning?
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Adjusting the thesis statement to indicate that the concerns about the bridge include the negative impact on local residents Explanation: The writer would most likely need to add a sentence that explains how the permit system or the shuttle bus system would work.
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The writer has found new information about the high cost of building artificial islands. According to the current line of reasoning, where is the best place to include this information in the passage?
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In the fourth paragraph Explanation: The writer has found new information about the high cost of building artificial islands. According to the current line of reasoning, the best place to include this information in the passage is in the second paragraph, after the sentence that states that artificial islands are expensive to build.
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