The Keys To Happiness Quiz

PART A: Which of the following identifies the main claim of the text?

• Genetics do not have any detectable impact on a person’s individual happiness, as scientists previously believed.

• By actively attempting to be happier more often, people can improve their set point of happiness

• While genetics may determine a person’s range of happiness, individual choices have a significant impact on happiness levels.

• Individual choices can influence a person’s happiness levels, but the effects they have on overall happiness are insignificant in comparison to the effects of genetics

PART B: Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• “For several decades psychologists have wrestled with that question, and in recent years many, if not most, have embraced the idea that we are born with a tendency to be happy, or sour” (Paragraph 2)

• “But some participants were able to maintain that elevated level of happiness by keeping the memory alive and appreciating what they already had.” (Paragraph 16)

• “‘And if you look at studies of various superficial circumstances, like income, where you live, how many cars you have, those are pretty small’" (Paragraph 23)

• “‘So that left 40 percent that we conclude, although not everybody would agree with this conclusion, is the percent that is affected by what you do.’" (Paragraph 24)

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the detail about the study of twins contribute to the text (Paragraph 22)?

• It proves that environment has a significant impact on a person’s happiness, as twins do not the same level of happiness after being separated.

• It shows that happiness is greatly determined by genetics, so even separated twins are likely to have the same level of happiness.

• It shows how twins’ happiness levels are affected when separated at birth.

• It proves that there is no accurate way to determine what impacts a person’s level of happiness

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In an argumentative text, the author's argument is called the...

• author's claim

• thesis statement

• body paragraphs

• supporting details

In an informational/expository text, the author's main idea is called the...

• hook

• author's claim

• thesis statement

• conclusion

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the author's purpose in an informational piece?

• entertain

• persuade

• narrate

• inform

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the author's purpose in an expository piece?

• explain

• entertain

• persuade

• narrate

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

True or False - In order to inform, you must explain.

• False

• True

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Identify the following type of hook:

I stride across my empty, desolate classroom, and take my seat behind my desk. I power on my PC, MacBook, iPad, and projector. I take a deep breath, and prepare to teach to the silent computer screen.

• question

• quote

• anecdote

• descriptive segment

Why are supporting details imperative in expository writing?

• They introduce the characters in the text.

• They tell a story and solidify elements of plot.

• They support the author's thesis statement.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2