On Dumpster Diving

The speaker presents the nature of Dumpster diving primarily as

• recommended means of living for the poor

• alternative lifestyle for those interested in rejecting consumerism

• practical means of survival for the destitute

• deplorable blight on the conscience of society

• despicable activity unless one is homeless

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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

The speaker presents the nature of the Dumpster Diving primarily as

• recommended means for living for the poor

• a public nuisance that needs to be addressed

• practical means of survival for the destitute

• despicable activity unless one is homeless

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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

How does Eighner develop logical reasoning to support his claim that dumpster diving has allowed him to find meaning and purpose in life?

• He connects with his audience's emotions of anger over wasteful people

• He proves that he is able to find items of use to eat, use, repair, and enjoy

• He interviews other dumpster divers to show how they are impacted

• He provides receipts to show how much he has paid for items he has sold

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What counterclaim does Eighner bring up in his argument?

• Dumpster diving is illegal

• Dumpster diving can be disgusting and can lead to self-loathing

• Dumpster diving can lead to increased criminal behavior

• Dumpster diving can be dangerous

What is the primary theme of 'On Dumpster Diving'?

• Survival and resourcefulness

• Environmental conservation

• Economic disparity

• Urban exploration

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which literary device is most prominently used in 'On Dumpster Diving'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Irony

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the author of 'On Dumpster Diving' suggest about consumer culture?

• It is wasteful and excessive

• It is necessary for economic growth

• It is beneficial for society

• It is unavoidable

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

In 'On Dumpster Diving', what is the author's attitude towards the items found in dumpsters?

• Disgusted

• Indifferent

• Appreciative

• Fearful

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'On Dumpster Diving'?

• Humorous

• Sarcastic

• Reflective

• Angry

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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

What does the author of 'On Dumpster Diving' imply about the value of discarded items?

• They are worthless

• They can be valuable

• They are dangerous

• They are unsanitary

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6