How do the authors of “Ads: Why We Buy What We Buy,” convey their purpose of helping readers understand the effectiveness of advertising?

• They discuss the wide variety of products available in stores.

• They explain that students remember slogans better than poems they've studied.

• They show how one quarter seemed to be worth more than an identical quarter.

• They describe the large sizes of supermarket shopping carts.

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How do the authors of “Ads: Why We Buy What We Buy” convey their purpose of persuading readers that advertising has changed the daily lives of many people?

• They describe the origins of Ivory and Pears’ soaps.

• They explain why Coca-Cola used a new version of Santa Claus.

• They explain the beginnings of Post and Kellogg breakfast cereals.

• They describe the floor mat sale display at Wal-Mart.

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How do the authors of “Ads: Why We Buy What We Buy,” convey their purpose of convincing readers that advertisers manipulate buyers?

• They present various ads that appeal to the insecurities of people.

• They show that advertisers encourage people to sample different products.

• They explain how ads have become more extreme over time.

• They compare pictures of old ads to the work of current advertisers.

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According to “PRO/CON: Is Binge-Watching a Harmless Pleasure or a Harmful Addiction?,” what is an effect of binge-watching?

• Binge-watching can make people feel more effective.

• It makes people feel isolated and lonely.

• Binge-watching is a difficult habit to break.

• It can solve problems within a family.

Which detail from “PRO/CON: Is Binge-Watching a Harmless Pleasure or a Harmful Addiction?” best supports that binge-watching can make people feel more effective?

• “One study found that binge-watching was related to poor sleep quality, fatigue and insomnia.”

• “She explained that when binge-watching becomes a habit, ‘viewers may start to neglect their work and their relationships with others.’”

• “On top of that, psychologists say that finishing a series gives viewers feelings of control and power.”

• “If couples see fictional characters experiencing similar troubles, they may be able to better understand their real-life issues.”

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According to “PRO/CON: Is Binge-Watching a Harmless Pleasure or a Harmful Addiction?,” what is an effect of binge-watching?

• Binge-watching multiple episodes draws people into more complicated story lines.

• It provides viewers an experience unlike any other entertainment form can.

• Binge-watching can make television shows more difficult to understand.

• It might make viewers less interested in continuing to watch certain shows.

Which detail from “PRO/CON: Is Binge-Watching a Harmless Pleasure or a Harmful Addiction?” best supports that binge-watching multiple episodes draws people into more complicated story lines?

• “As a result, shows made for binge-watching can be more complex than shows meant to be watched week by week.”

• "One study found that binge-watching lowered levels of sustained memory."

• “Also, the viewer won't have time between episodes to really think about the show.”

• “In a binge-watching society, we lose the pleasure of looking forward to and guessing about what will happen next.”

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According to “PRO/CON: Is Binge-Watching a Harmless Pleasure or a Harmful Addiction?” how does binge-watching affect viewers?

• Binge-watching can contribute to serious health issues.

• It can give people an unrealistic view of the world.

• It can make tired people feel more energized.

• Binge-watching can lead to bad decision-making.

Which detail from “PRO/CON: Is Binge-Watching a Harmless Pleasure or a Harmful Addiction?” best supports that binge-watching can contribute to serious health issues?

• “The frequent snacking that can accompany a binge-watching session can also be linked to weight gain and damaged arteries.”

• “It 'blocks our brains from thinking about those constant stressors that force themselves into our thoughts.'”

• “Getting very invested in a series right before bed winds the viewer up rather than helping them calm down.”

• “One survey found that just over 45 percent of binge-watchers had stayed awake all night to binge-watch a show.”

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Which claim from "The Case for Shelter Animals" is supported by reasons or evidence?

• Many people think of pets as family members.

• An animal from a shelter is less expensive than an animal from a breeder.

• Animal shelters spay and neuter animals.

• Pet stores and breeders do not treat the medical conditions of their animals.