Uniform Style

Which of the following best describes the persuasive technique used in paragraph 1?

• The author relies on the testimonial of a school principal who supports uniforms.

• The author suggests that readers should be angry about under performing schools.

• The author reasons that all schools should require uniforms because others do.

• The author exaggerates the effect of school uniforms have in helping students focus on their school work.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

Which of the following best summarizes the reasoning provided in paragraph 3 for the opposing point of view?

• Students have a right to decide what they want to wear.

• Many parents think that school uniforms are cause for concern.

• Schools have been challenged in court over the issue of uniforms.

• Civil liberties experts feel that uniforms make it hard for students to communicate.

Expression: noun- 1. communication in words, art, music, or movement 2-a particular phrase or saying 3 a facial look that conveys a feeling 4. the act of pressing or squeezing out

What is the definition of expression as it is used in paragraph 3.

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

The reasoning in paragraph 4 supports the conclusion that uniforms-

• are uncomfortable for many students

• are more expensive than other clothes

• promotes a sense of equality among students.

• encourage more parents to get involved in their children's schools.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

The supporting evidence the author provides in paragraph 6 is best described as

• a testimonial

• a set of statistics

• an emotional appeal

• a bandwagon appeal

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

Which of the following best describes the overall structure of the test?

• The author provides a series of strong reasons for adopting school uniforms, then proposes that her school should adopt them.

• The author claims that her school should adopt a uniform policy, then gives reasons.

• The author provides a fairly equal number of views for and against uniforms, then gives her own.

• The author explores the pros and cons of uniforms but does not put forward a proposal.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6