Should Bicyclists...

7. Simon used an ineffective transition in sentence 3. Which word or phrase could best replace "on the other hand" in this sentence?

• A. Similarly

• B. Specifically

• C. In the end

• D. As a result

8. Simon's paper needs a position statement. Which of these sentences could best follow sentence 7 and state the position that Simon is taking in this paper?

• F. It's time to require cyclists to register and license their bikes.

• G. If they're going to use public roadways, they should own them, too.

• H. They're drivers and should be given the respect they deserve.

• J. We have many bicyclists on the roadways of our town.

9. Which of these sentences could best follow and support sentence 13?

• A. They consider others, and they recognize and follow the rules.
• B. This means that these commuters are usually polite and nice.
• C. People don't think about how their actions make others feel.
• D. The next time you're on the road, pay attention to those around you.

10. Simon needs to respond to an argument he has suggested that people will make. Which of the following could come after sentence 32 and best accomplish this goal?

• F. With that said, it wouldn't be fair to ask bicyclists to pay to use the roadways.

• G. Bicyclists just want a place to be certain that they can ride on the roads safely.

• H. Bikes don't create potholes, and they don't leave grease and gas marks.

• J. This is true, so I would suggest that bike fees be significantly lower than automobile fees.

11. Simon needs a sentence to help close his paper. Which sentence could be added to the very end of this paper to help bring it to an effective conclusion?

• A. If you own or have access to a bicycle, it might just be the perfect time for you to start riding it to school or work.
• B. Bicycling is clearly the most effective form of transportation, and we should encourage all riders to participate actively.
• C. I'm convinced that requiring bicyclists to register and license their bikes would result in safer streets and happier travels for all.
• D. In closing, it's time for us to add some rules and regulations that all bicyclists will be able to follow and that motorists will appreciate.