Analyzing Text Structure and Ideas

Analyze how the author's use of specific sentences in a text can refine the main idea. Which of the following best illustrates this concept?

• The author's use of complex vocabulary

• The author's use of a metaphor in the opening sentence

• The author's inclusion of a detailed example in the body paragraph

• The author's use of a rhetorical question in the conclusion

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Consider a chapter in a book where the author develops a claim. How does the structure of the chapter contribute to the development of this claim?

• By providing a list of unrelated facts

• By presenting a series of arguments that build on each other

• By including a glossary of terms

• By offering a summary of the author's previous works

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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

In a persuasive essay, how does the author strategically use paragraphs to refine their argument?

• By repeating the same point in each paragraph

• By introducing new evidence in each paragraph to support the thesis

• By using paragraphs to list unrelated anecdotes

• By ending each paragraph with a question

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How can the organization of a text's sections enhance the reader's understanding of the author's claims?

• By presenting claims in a random order

• By organizing sections to progressively build on each claim

• By using sections to introduce unrelated topics

• By placing the strongest claim at the end without support

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CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What role does the introduction of a text play in developing the author's ideas?

• It provides a detailed conclusion

• It sets the stage for the main ideas and claims

• It lists all the references used

• It offers a counterargument to the main idea

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the use of transitional sentences between paragraphs help in refining the author's argument?

• They introduce new, unrelated topics

• They create a smooth flow that connects ideas logically

• They repeat the thesis statement

• They summarize the entire text

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CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.W.9-10.1C

CCSS.W.9-10.2C

In what way can the conclusion of a text refine the author's claims?

• By introducing new claims not discussed in the text

• By summarizing the main points and reinforcing the thesis

• By providing a list of unrelated facts

• By questioning the validity of the thesis

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.W.9-10.1E

CCSS.W.9-10.2F

How does the use of specific examples in a paragraph help in developing the author's ideas?

• By distracting the reader from the main idea

• By providing concrete evidence that supports the main idea

• By introducing unrelated anecdotes

• By summarizing the entire text

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the effect of using a counterargument in a text on the development of the author's claims?

• It weakens the author's position

• It strengthens the author's claims by addressing potential objections

• It confuses the reader

• It introduces unrelated topics

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CCSS.W.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.1A

CCSS.W.9-10.1B

How does the author's choice of paragraph length contribute to the development of their ideas?

• Longer paragraphs always provide more information

• Varying paragraph length can emphasize key points and maintain reader interest

• Short paragraphs are always more effective

• Paragraph length has no impact on idea development

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6