UA4 Review

Sentence: Coral reefs are not just havens for marine biodiversity, they also underpin the economies of many coastal communities.

In the sentence above, what does biodiversity mean?

• Decisions about coral reefs made by people

• Understanding and respecting coral reefs

• Multiple species of plants and animals.

• Animals living in populated coral reefs

I had a life altering epiphany. That child has more of an imagination than I do.

In the paragraph above, the author conveys a tone of ____________.

• Surprise

• Relief

• Humiliation

• Pride

On the test you will see a question that looks like the one below:

Question Type: Which sentence describes a shift in the poem’s focus?

What is “shift” referring to?

• Movement

• Change

• Epiphany

• Flip

Which words from paragraph 5 best help the reader understand the meaning of the word resiliency?

(5) I’ll always be a coral reef advocate. The ocean remains my favorite place on Earth, and I relish my experiences of listening to the waves hit the shore and watching the dolphins play amongst the waves. Five years ago, I would have laughed hysterically if you had told me I’d soon be dedicating my career to the conservation of coral reefs. But gaining marine life knowledge shifted my perspective. Experts’ remarkable stories, as well as having the opportunity to explore various coral reefs myself to adapt to life in a challenging ocean speaks to the beauty and resiliency of sea elements.

• A. relish my experiences

• B. coral reef advocate

• C. adapt to life

• D. coral reef interface

If I have a preconceived notion about a specific topic, this means - 

• I don't have an opinion on the topic.

• I have an opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence.

• I will use text evidence to form an opinion.

The author needs a transition sentence.  Which sentence should replace sentence 3 to create a more effective transition?

( 1)  After I have a rough day at school, it is always fun to watch the antics on Reality TV.  (2) “We’re not laughing at you,” my granny always says, “we’re laughing with you.”  (3)  People love laughing at others.  (4)  One time my friend and I went to the local carnival. (5)  Singing wasn’t one of her best talents, but she wasn’t quite aware of that. (6)  We set her up for karaoke and laughed the night away. (7)  We all know deep down we love people being set-up in embarrassing situations. (8)  Because everyone enjoys people making fools out of themselves, Reality TV is a hit.

• In other words, everyone enjoys laughing with someone who has done something humorous.

• Recently, people have been laughing more at others.

• While some people laugh, others might not.

• When we laugh at others and not with them, it can hurt their feelings.

The author is considering adding this idea to his writing.

New Idea: On the reality TV show American Idol, research shows that millions of people voted for the last winner. 

Where should the author insert the idea?

Since Reality TV is unpredictable, many people enjoy watching it. (2)  One time my family and I were watching American Idol. (3)  Suddenly, someone ran on stage and started screaming. (4)  Everything was so hectic and crazy no one could predict what would happen next. (5) These shows are unique since they have the audience help choose the winner, such as in Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, and America’s Best Dance Crew. (6)  With so many people’s opinions added up, no one can predict what will happen next. (7)  Since Reality TV has no script, it leaves you wondering what will happen next.

• After sentence 1

• After sentence 5

• After sentence 7

• This idea should not be inserted

The author needs to improve the introduction of his essay.  Which sentence should be added before sentence 1 to create a more effective introduction?

(1)  Despite having been wronged by people in horrible ways, forgiveness allowed you to heal, but it does not wipeout the crimes committed by the Nazis.  (2)  Some people do believe that forgiveness means that the other person does not have to receive the consequences; however, even though what's done is done, I agree with you that forgiveness allows you “to take back the power” and heal.

• I agree with you that self forgiveness is the way to go for forgiveness.

• While some people find it hard to forgive someone who has wronged them, you chose to forgive your perpetrators.

• Eva Kor is correct or right in the idea of forgiveness; anyone who has the power to forgive someone for something so horrendous is a strong human being.

• After reading about your Holocaust experience in “It's For You to Know That You Forgive, Says Holocaust Survivor,” your ideas and beliefs about forgiveness appear interesting and different from most.

Which sentence should the author add after sentence 7 to provide additional support for the inference in sentence 7?

(1)  Because individual customers have a choice where to eat, they are responsible for their own problems with obesity. (2)  People have the ability to choose between healthy and unhealthy foods on a daily basis. (3)  For example, once I was with a friend and his family after we had seen a movie, and everyone was debating where to go eat.  (4)  I chose to stay neutral so that I didn’t get involved. (5)  At the end of it all, Pizza Hut won the competition.  (6)  A majority of Americans would choose to go get the pizza.  (7)  When consumers have the choice between healthy food choices and yummy fast food, they are going to choose the food that tastes better.

• Humans will always have the freedom to choose.

• Even though people need to eat healthy, they tend to make the wrong choices for themselves.

• Since people make their own choices, they must take responsibility for any weight problems they have.

• none of the above

This sentence needs to be revised.  Rewrite the sentence in a clear and effective way.

A leg has blood vessels that circulate blood to other portion of the body, my science teacher claimed, and this process carries bad blood away from the leg so that clotting does not take place.

****Sentence should start like this: The science teacher claimed…