In the argumentative text, "Inspiration is Overrated," it states: "Experts say that the odds are stacked astronomically against inventors..."
Inspiration Is Overrated

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
Sarah Williams
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1.
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True
False
2.
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In the essay 'Inspiration is Overrated,' what is the main argument presented by the author?
Inspiration is the key to success.
Hard work and perseverance are more important than inspiration.
Inspiration is necessary for creativity.
Inspiration is a myth.
3.
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Which of the following best describes the tone of the text 'Inspiration is Overrated'?
Optimistic
Pessimistic
Realistic
Sarcastic
4.
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In 'Inspiration is Overrated,' the author uses which literary device to emphasize their point?
Metaphor
Simile
Hyperbole
Alliteration
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does the author of 'Inspiration is Overrated' suggest is more important than inspiration?
Talent
Luck
Hard work
Creativity
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which sentence from 'Inspiration is Overrated' best supports the idea that persistence is key to success?
'Inspiration strikes at the most unexpected times.'
'Without hard work, inspiration is meaningless.'
'Creativity flows from a wellspring of inspiration.'
'Luck favors the prepared mind.'
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In 'Inspiration is Overrated,' how does the author support their argument?
By providing statistical data
By sharing personal anecdotes
By quoting famous inventors
By analyzing historical events
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