Unit 3.3 Test Review

Test 3.3 Review
We will be testing next week, so make sure you understand these topics.

Topics of the Test

• Central Idea

• Diction & Syntax (Author's Word Choice & Sentence Structure)

• Logical Fallacies

• Types of Reasoning

Match

Match the following

• Strawman

• Circular Reasoning

• Hasty Generalization

• Red Herring

• Slippery Slope

Oversimplification

Restating the claim

Jumping to conclusions

Diversion Tactic

Event will inevitably occur

• Oversimplification

• Restating the claim

• Jumping to conclusions

• Diversion Tactic

• Event will inevitably occur

Match

Match the following

• Deductive

• Inductive

• Abductive

If X and Y are true, then Z is also true

Observations and broad conclusions

Observations and most likely possibility

• If X and Y are true, then Z is also true

• Observations and broad conclusions

• Observations and most likely possibility

You will need "Eisenhower's Farewell Address" for these next questions.

Multiple Choice

"Eisenhower's Farewell Address"

Part A: Which statement best describes the author's purpose? (R.2.3)

• To celebrate America's achievements while urging the nation to maintain its commitment to peace and advancement

• To convince Americans that we must make decisions that will have the biggest results and impact, without consideration for future impact.

• To offer nostalgic reflections on his presidency and express gratitude to the American people for their support.

• To advocate for increased military spending and arms development to ensure America's continued success.

Multiple Choice

Part B: How does the author's use of connotative diction support the purpose chosen in Part A? (R.2.3)

• They highlight a call for increased spending on military strength, global research programs, and national development policies.

• They emphasize the challenges America faces in maintaining peace and the sacrifices required to fulfill its global obligations.

• They illustrate the reflective nature of the speaker, emphasizing the challenges and successes he encountered during his presidency.

• They create a sense of pride and unity, highlighting the need for balance and careful consideration in advancing the future of America.

Multiple Choice

Read paragraph 7.

“But each proposal must be weighed in the light of a broader consideration: the need to maintain and balance many national programs. Is a new program clearly necessary or just desirable? Is the cost worth the hoped-for advantage? Is it only good for the moment or good for the national welfare in the future? These decisions must seek balance and progress.” (Paragraph 7)

What is the author's purpose for using rhetorical questions in paragraph 7?

• To promote critical thinking and reflection of the need for balance.

• To provide the people with the answers to the questions he is asking,

• To emphasize the importance of having a strong military and arms industry.

• To create a sense of urgency and call for the people to demand change

Multiple Choice

Part A: How does the author’s use of reasoning develop their argument throughout the text? (R.2.4)

• Abductive. Eisenhower starts with an observation about his presidency, and arrives at the idea that America must increase military spending.

• Logical Fallacy. Eisenhower starts with an observation about his presidency, and arrives at the idea that America must increase military spending.

• Inductive. Eisenhower starts with an observation about his presidency, and arrives at the idea that America must find balance to achieve peace.

• Deductive. Eisenhower starts with an observation about his presidency, and arrives at the idea that America must find balance to achieve peace.

Multiple Choice

Part B: Which sentence best represents the reasoning identified in Part A? (R.2.4)

• “To meet these challenges successfully, we must carry forward steadily, surely and without complaint — because liberty is at stake.” (Paragraph 5)

• “Our weapons and armies must be mighty and ready for instant action, so that no one would dare go to war with us.” (Paragraph 8)

• “As we peer into society's future, we must avoid the impulse to live only for today, destroying the precious resources of tomorrow.” (Paragraph 15)

• “Peace, with mutual honor and confidence, is a continuing essential goal.” (Paragraph 18)

Dropdown

What is the Central Idea of the following statement:

“But each proposal must be weighed in the light of a broader consideration: the need to maintain and balance many national programs.” (Paragraph 7)​ ​

Select answer

Draw

Draw a dog for extra credit on the test (keep drawings appropriate -_- )

Poll

On a scale from 1-5, how confident are you that you will pass the test next week? (1 being not confident, 5 being very confident)

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