ALL Standard Review Cellphones

from “The Hazards of Using Mobile Devices While Walking”

How does paragraph 3 refine the central idea regarding the dangers of using cell phones while walking?

• by arguing that cell phones prevent people from enjoying other activities

• . by describing the environmental hazards facing people on cell phones

• by highlighting the impact cell phones have on perception and focus

• by outlining the lasting impact cell phones have on brain development

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RI.10.2

What is the central idea of paragraphs 5-6?

• . Cell phones pose greater public safety threats to drivers than pedestrians.

• Regulations are needed to address cell phone usage by pedestrians as well as drivers.

• Texting is unsafe for both drivers and pedestrians and should be banned.

• Drivers and pedestrians use cell phones with the same amounts of frequency.

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RI.10.2

Read this excerpt from paragraph 7.

Although several research projects have been undertaken, there are no federal entities formally collecting statistics on injuries or deaths involving electronic devices or distracted pedestrians. Further, no uniform reporting system exists between the states to track this information.

How does this excerpt refine the author’s claim that additional research about cell phone usage while walking is required?

• It highlights the biases of past research.

• It highlights the errors of past research.

• It highlights that past research is inconclusive.

• D. It highlights that past research is pointless.

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Part A

What is the author’s purpose?

• to condemn the use of cell phones altogether

• to criticize people who use cell phones while walking

• to educate readers about distracted walking due to cell phones

• to explain the environmental impact of cell phones

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RI.10.6

Part B How does the author use rhetoric in paragraph 8 to advance the purpose?

• by using emotional appeal

• by using figurative language

• by using hyperbole

• by using repetition

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RI.10.6

What connection does the author make between distracted pedestrians and distracted drivers in paragraph 1?

• Both fail to notice fully their environments.

• Both travel at speeds that are too fast.

• Both disregard the safety of others intentionally.

• Both lack necessary trainings and experience

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