AP Language Unit 6 Writing MCQ Practice

The author's tone in the passage can best be described as:

• Enthusiastic

• Critical

• Analytical

• Dismissive

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a reason people watch the Super Bowl?

• To see the game itself

• To watch the commercials

• To participate in political debates

• To experience a shared national event

The phrase "walk a fine line" in paragraph 2 suggests that advertisers:

• Are physically present at the game

• Must balance competing interests

• Are restricted in their creative freedom

• Prefer to avoid controversy entirely

The author's use of the word "staggering" in the third paragraph serves to:

• Emphasize the magnitude of the Super Bowl's economic impact

• Question the validity of economic projections

• Criticize the excessive spending associated with the event

• Compare the Super Bowl's impact to other sporting events

Which of the following best describes the function of the final paragraph?

• To summarize the key points of the passage

• To present a counterargument to the Super Bowl's significance

• To emphasize the uniquely American nature of the event

• To call for changes in how the Super Bowl is conducted

Which sentence, if added after sentence 3, would best support the main idea of the first paragraph?

• The Super Bowl has been held annually since 1967.

• The event's global reach has expanded significantly in recent decades.

• Some critics argue that the Super Bowl promotes excessive consumerism.

• The winning team receives the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

Which sentence could be removed from the second paragraph without significantly affecting its main point?

• Sentence 4

• Sentence 5

• Sentence 6

• None of the above

Where would be the most logical place to add the following sentence: "This economic boost extends to various sectors, including hospitality, transportation, and retail."

• After sentence 7

• After sentence 8

• After sentence 9

• At the beginning of the paragraph

If you were to rearrange the order of sentences in the final paragraph for better flow, which order would be most effective?

• 10, 12, 11

• 11, 10, 12

• 12, 10, 11

• The current order is most effective

Which phrase, if added to sentence 1, would best emphasize the Super Bowl's cultural significance?

• "and a testament to American sports culture"

• "despite declining interest in professional football"

• "which began as a championship game between two leagues"

• "held on the first Sunday in February"