ELA UNIT 3 STUDY GUIDE - Harrison

Select the phrase that should be replaced because it does not show a clear connection between the ideas.

• A. “For example”

• B. “Futhermore”

• C. “On the other hand”

• D. “This makes them an ideal lace for focused learning and research”

Read the draft of the introduction of an argumentative speech. Which of these choices BEST state the author’s purpose in writing this speech?

Which of these choices BEST states the author's purpose in writing this speech?

• To explain the benefits of a later school start time

• To describe the challenges students face with their current school start time

• To argue against adopting a later school start time

• To explain the importance of sleep for students

Which of the following is an argumentative writing prompt?

• Describe the benefits of school uniforms.

• Write about your favorite school subject and explain why you like it.

• Argue for or against the requirement of school uniforms in schools.

• Explain the importance of teamwork in sports.

Mason is writing an argumentative essay about the importance of recycling to reduce pollution. Which of the following sources should he use in his essay?

• The Green Future—posted by Environmental News Today www.greenfuture.com/recycling-benefits

• Recycling: A Helpful Guide—posted by Recycling Central www.recyclingcentral.com/what-you-should-know

• What Is Recycling?—posted by Wikipedia www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recycling

• History of Recycling—posted by The Recycling Institute www.recyclinginstitute.com/history-of-recycling

She enjoys volunteering at the shelter because she loves helping animals. Which revision changes the tone of this sentence from informal to formal?

• A) She likes working at the shelter because she loves taking care of animals.

• B) She’s interested in helping animals at the shelter.

• C) She enjoys volunteering at the shelter because she loves caring for animals.

• D) She is passionate about volunteering at the shelter to support animal welfare.

Which of the following should NOT be done in the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

• A) Cite evidence

• B) Give a call to action

• C) Restate the claim

• D) Summarize the main points of the essay

Which statement best describes the conclusion of Hatchet?

• A) Brian is rescued and returns to his normal life without any lasting changes.

• B) Brian learns to survive in the wild and becomes more self-reliant, with his rescue coming unexpectedly.

• C) Brian decides to remain in the wilderness, never returning to civilization

• D) Brian is captured by a wild animal and is never found.

In Hatchet, the word “wincing” is used to describe Brian’s reaction to pain. Determine the meaning of the word “wincing” as it is used in the book.

• happy and content

• lost and abandoned

• curious and eager

• confused and frustrated

Which is a specific claim made in Hatchet about Brian’s experience in the wilderness?

• Brian believes that he will never be able to survive without modern technology.

• Brian learns that self-reliance and resourcefulness are key to surviving in the wild.

• Brian’s struggle is largely a result of his inability to remember survival skills.

• Brian depends on other people to help him survive after the crash.