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Read the following passage and identify the main idea: "The Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's most remarkable natural wonders, is facing severe threats from climate change and pollution, which are causing coral bleaching and habitat loss."

• The Great Barrier Reef is a natural wonder.

• Climate change and pollution are threatening the Great Barrier Reef.

• Coral bleaching is a natural process.

• The Great Barrier Reef is located in Australia.

Given the sentence: "The artist's work was met with acclaim, as it resonated deeply with the audience." Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "acclaim."

• Criticism

• Praise

• Indifference

• Confusion

Analyze the following text and determine its structure: "The drought led to a severe water shortage, prompting the government to implement water conservation measures and invest in desalination plants."

• Cause and Effect

• Problem and Solution

• Chronological/Sequence

• Compare and Contrast

Examine the plot diagram of a story where a young detective solves a mystery involving a stolen artifact. Identify the climax of this story.

• The detective gathers clues from the crime scene.

• The detective confronts the suspect with evidence.

• The detective receives a commendation for solving the case.

• The detective interviews witnesses.

Evaluate the following claim: "Reading regularly improves vocabulary and comprehension skills." Which piece of evidence best supports this claim?

• Reading is a popular hobby.

• Reading exposes individuals to new words and ideas.

• Reading can be done in various formats, such as books and e-books.

• Reading is a solitary activity.

Identify the setting of the following story: "In the serene countryside of 19th-century England, a young girl discovers her passion for painting."

• A bustling city in the 21st century

• A serene countryside in the 19th century

• A futuristic metropolis in the 22nd century

• A coastal town in the 18th century

Analyze the following line from a poem: "The thunder roared angrily across the sky." Identify the type of figurative language used.

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

Determine the correct placement of commas in the following sentence: "Before leaving the house she checked the weather forecast and grabbed an umbrella."

• Before leaving the house, she checked the weather forecast, and grabbed an umbrella.

• Before leaving the house she checked the weather forecast, and grabbed an umbrella.

• Before leaving the house, she checked the weather forecast and grabbed an umbrella.

• Before leaving the house she checked the weather forecast and grabbed, an umbrella.

Evaluate the following argument: "To improve public health, cities should create more green spaces. Research indicates that access to parks and natural areas reduces stress and promotes physical activity." Identify the type of appeal used.

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• None of the above

Consider the following scenario: A charity organization claims its programs are effective because they are supported by numerous testimonials from beneficiaries. Identify the type of persuasive appeal used.

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• None of the above