Unit 6 Review

Unit 6 Review

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements BEST supports the author's perspective or point of view in the introduction of the article?

• "Whales were a source of food and other useful substances for thousands of years."

• "Whaling increased in the Middle Ages..."

• "In the past century, the whales'decline has slowed for two reasons."

• "What do you think?"

Multiple Choice

The author of the section "Yes- hunting whales is cruel "would MOST LIKELY agree with which of the following statements?

• For some people around teh world, whaling is part of their culture.

• Some say it's cultural tradition.

• Others say it is cruel.

• Whales are sensitive, intelligent mammals and deserve to be respected.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements BEST support the author's perspective or point of view in the section "No-it's tradition in some countries"?

• In fact, whale is leaner and healthier than most meat.

• For a small but significant number of communities, whaling is a tradition that dates back thousands of years.

• People can be squeamish about eating whale, but if they eat beef, it should make no difference.

• In fact, some species of whales eat large amounts of fish, and numbers need to be kept under control.

Multiple Choice

What impact does the use of this graphic have on the text?

• It shows the reader the uniqueness of the different types of whales.

• It gives a mental image of the whales.

• It asks us to show our opinion on whale hunting.

• I shows a picture of a whale.

Multiple Choice

In the infographic, what type of evidence is used most?

• bar graph

• quotations

• circle graph

• personal experiences

Multiple Choice

In the infographic, with which statement would the creator of the graphic agree?

• Whale hunting should be banned.

• Whale hunting should be continued.

• Let us know what you think about whale hunting.

• Your opinion on whale hunting is unimportant.

Multiple Choice

Which text does the infographic support?

• News Debate: Spouting Off

• Should Whaling be Banned for Good

Multiple Choice

In the text "Should Whaling be banned for good?", how does the graphic impact the author's argument?

• It highlights the things that are important about whales.

• It highlights the author's point of view.

• It provides evidence to support the author's point of view.

• It shows why the whales should be saved.

Multiple Choice

Which claim is BEST supported by the evidence in the test "News Debate: Spouting Off"?

• Animals have thoughts, feelings, and fears, just like humans do.

• In January 2012 a judge heard arguments from the animal rights group PETA.

• Animals should have the same protections from injustice that humans have.

• The U.S. Constitution begins with the words "We the People."

Multiple Choice

Which of the following quotes BEST supports the development of the claim in the text "News Debate: Spouting Off"?

• "How would you feel if you were taken from your home, placed in a concrete box, and forced to do tricks for people.

• "In response to PETA's lawsuit, SeaWorld claimed that it treats all animals in its park humanely."

• "Rover may be your loyal companion."

• "In the end, the animal rights debate is more aobut the views of humans than the wishes of animals."

Multiple Choice

In "News Debate: Spouting Off", which statement shows what people against the author's argument might say?

• Animals don't have a way to communicate their thoughts and opinions, so we don't know how they truly feel.

• Animals are a lot more intelligent than people give them credit for.

• The orcas at SeaWorld were taken from their home, placed in a concrete box, and forced to do tricks for people.

• Animals are living, breathing creatures, and they may deserve some rights to protect their well-being.

Multiple Choice

How does the picture support the claim of the text?

• It shows the students' distaste with SeaWorld.

• It shows the students' in favor of SeaWorld.

• It proves that animals have rights too.

• It proves that animal do not have rights.

Multiple Choice

In the text "Should whaling be banned for good?", how does the author best illustrate the importance of whales?

• by listing why it is cruel

• by listing why it is a good thing

• by telling us "what you need to know"

• by providing a picture

Multiple Choice

What is the author's purpose in both texts?

• to persuade

• to inform

• to entertain

Multiple Choice

With which statement would both author's agree?

• Whaling should be banned.

• SeaWorld mistreats their animals.

• PETA was right in filing the lawsuit.

• There are both pros and cons to the debate of animal rights.

Multiple Choice

What information does the reader learn in "Should whaling be banned for good" that is not included in "News Debate: Spouting Off"?

• Whales were a source of food and other useful substances for thousands of years.

• SeaWorld treats its animals humanely.

• Whales are a source of entertainment for many.

• The debated has pros and cons.

Multiple Choice

How is the evidence in both texts similar?

• Both only use pictures.

• Both show both sides of the argument.

• Both use charts.

• Both use personal stories.