United We Stand Test Corrections

Multiple Choice

Question 1: Which is the best paraphrase of paragraph 2?

• The moral lessons in Aesop’s fable “The Four Oxen and the Lion” has a profound impact on American history. The fable tells the story of how four oxen, by standing together, are able to protect each other from a lion. However, when they separate, they are vulnerable. The moral of this story is so powerful that Aesop repeats it in another fable: “Bundle of Sticks.”

• Most Americans agree with the ideals of “United we stand, divided we fall.” However, the origins of the phrase can be traced back to the fables of Aesop, who was Greek. Many Americans may not be able to relate to the animal and pastoral subjects of the original fables, which shows just how far the phrase has evolved in meaning in order to still be powerful today.

• Patrick Henry and Abraham Lincoln effectively used the sentiment of “United we stand, divided we fall” to unite Americans. Their speeches are some of the most famous in American history, even though they repeat this very basic concept that has existed in Western culture for so long.

• Aesop’s fables are as popular as the phrase “United we stand, divided we fall.” Most people are familiar with the fable “The Four Oxen and the Lion” as well as “Bundle of Sticks,” in which the phrase has its origins. Everyone knows the story of how a father demonstrated this idea by having his sons attempt to break a bundle of sticks

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Question 2: In paragraph 3 how does the author use a rhetorical appeal to achieve the purpose of the argument?

• A. The author appeals to pathos by reminding the reader that Patrick Henry used the phrase “during his last speech.”

• B. The author appeals to logos by stating forcefully and repeatedly that the phrase has “the ability to reach everyone.”

• C. The author appeals to logos by providing overwhelming evidence that the phrase is used by many American historical figures.

• D. The author appeals to ethos by quoting reputable historical figures who have used the phrase to great effect in their speeches

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Question 3: This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B. Part A What is the author’s purpose in paragraph 4?

• A. To explain that some people think “United we stand, divided we fall” originated in rock songs and novels for young adults.

• B. To explain that some people believe “United we stand, divided we fall” cannot be accredited to any one source.

• C. To argue that “United we stand, divided we fall” has permeated pop culture because so many people relate to it.

• D. To argue that “United we stand, divided we fall” has permeated so many different contexts that it has lost its meaning.

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Question 3 B

Part B Which phrase from paragraph 4 is an example of how the author uses figurative language to achieve the purpose identified in Part A?

• A. “... it has even permeated pop culture.”

• B. “The phrase is as familiar to most Americans as their own middle name.”

• C. “Variations can be heard in classic rock songs and best-selling books.”

• D. “... neither rock and roll nor young adult novels can be accredited as the source ...”

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Question 4: This question has two parts. Answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Part A Which word could replace magnitude in paragraph 4 without changing the meaning of the sentence?

• A. extent

• B. seriousness

• C. minuteness

• D. history

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Part B Which phrase from paragraph 4 provides clues to the answer in Part A?

• A. “divided we fall”

• B. “references throughout”

• C. “imagine how”

• D. “can be accredited”