A Little Common Courtesy, Please

By referring to the man in the grocery store as a "novelist," the author -

• depicts writers as being self-absorbed in their work

• illustrates why grocery stores are interesting places to observe people

• suggests that technology has increased our ability to stay in touch with friends

• emphasizes the man's rudeness by exaggerating how long he took to write a text message

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

In which sentence does the author attempt to stir emotions in the reader?

• They tell their children not to interrupt when others are walking.

• Children are taught to apologize when they've been disrespectful to a schoolmate.

• Imagine the confusion children feel when adults refuse to practice the simple courtesies they themselves preach.

• It's true that we live in a fast-paced world now, and technology has contributed to the "instantness" of our society.

The examples in paragraph 3 and 4 reinforce the author's point that being courteous-

• guarantees that others will show their appreciation by being kind in return

• is something that should be practiced only at a young age

• requires time and energy but is still worthwhile

• is less important for adults than for children

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The word justify in paragraph 2 means to -

• provide an opportunity

• give up on a task

• make acceptable

• explain in detail

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The author supports the central argument of the article mainly by -

• describing personal observations

• referring to facts on the subject

• sharing quotations from experts on the subject

• comparing rules from the past with rules from the present

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CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

By referring to Emily Post in both the beginning and ending of the article, the author -

• implies that etiquette focuses too much on other's feelings and not enough on a person's own actions

• suggest that traditional ideas about etiquette do not apply to the digital etiquette needed today

• implies that hosting a party based on the information from Emily Post's book would be difficult today

• communicates that even though some etiquette rules may be outdated, the need to have manners is still important today