Unit 5 Test Study Guide

Which of the following best defines a central claim in an argumentative text?

• A personal story that supports the author's position

• A statement that expresses the author's main point or position on an issue

• A fact that cannot be disputed by the audience

• A sentence that introduces a counterargument

What makes a claim effective in persuasive writing?

• It includes complex vocabulary and figurative language

• It avoids emotional appeals and relies solely on statistics

• It presents both sides of an argument equally

• It is supported by strong reasoning and relevant evidence

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Read the paragraph below. Then answer the question that follows.

"In recent years, many schools have begun replacing traditional textbooks with digital devices. Proponents argue that digital materials are more engaging and cost-effective, while critics warn that too much screen time may harm students' health and reduce attention spans. However, the shift toward digital learning is ultimately beneficial, as it gives students access to a wider range of resources and prepares them for a technology-driven world."

What is the author's central claim in this paragraph?

• Students should reduce their screen time at school.

• Textbooks are outdated and expensive.

• Digital learning has both advantages and disadvantages.

• The move to digital learning is a positive and necessary change.

Which of the following words is the closest synonym for “meticulous”?

• Thorough

• Careless

• Indifferent

• Hasty

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Why is understanding synonyms important for analyzing complex texts?

• It helps readers memorize the text more quickly

• It encourages readers to focus only on figurative language

• It allows readers to identify the author’s tone and style more effective

• It ensures all vocabulary is taken literally

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Read the sentence below and answer the question that follows.

"Despite the harsh criticism, the director remained undaunted and moved forward with the project."

Which of the following words is the best synonym for undaunted as used in the sentence?

• Anxious

• Hesitant

• Fearless

• Discouraged

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best defines a rhetorical question?

• A question that has no answer

• A question asked to make a point rather than to get an answer

• A question with multiple correct responses

• A question designed to confuse the reader

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the primary purpose of a rhetorical question in persuasive writing?

• To lead the reader to a specific conclusion without stating it outright

• To challenge the reader’s intelligence

• To directly answer an opposing viewpoint

• To introduce a statistic or piece of evidence

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Read the paragraph below. Then answer the question that follows.

"How can we call ourselves a civilized society if we allow poverty to go unchecked in our own neighborhoods? Every day, children go without food, families live in shelters, and yet we pass them by as if they’re invisible. Isn’t it time we did something about it?"

What rhetorical strategy is being used in this paragraph?

• The author uses hyperbole to exaggerate the problem for dramatic effect.

• The author uses analogy to compare poverty to invisibility.

• The author uses technical language to sound authoritative.

• The author uses rhetorical questions to prompt critical thinking and stir emotional engagement.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

1. Read the paragraph below. Then answer the question that follows.

"You say climate change isn’t real? Then why are the polar ice caps melting, sea levels rising, and wildfires more frequent than ever? Can we really afford to keep ignoring the data?"

What effect do the rhetorical questions have in this passage?

• They soften the tone to appeal to hesitant readers.

• They express uncertainty about the topic.

• They imply the answer is obvious and emphasize the urgency of the issue.

• They distract from the author’s main argument.