Multiple Choice Station 3

Which choice most effectively combines sentences 1 and 2 at the underlined portion?

• therapy unless it

• therapy that

• therapy, but that

• therapy; in addition, it

The writer wants the underlined portion of sentence 4 to set up the discussion that follows in the passage. Which choice best accomplishes the writer's goal?

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• can serve as an effective treatment for people with disabilities or injuries.

• is an enjoyable activity that often boosts riders' self-confidence

• requires instructors who are trained to work with people of different skill levels.

The writer realizes that sentence 6 needs a comma. Move the comma to the most appropriate place in the sentence below. As the horse walks ____(A)_____the movement____(B)______forces the rider__(C)______to make small physical adjustments to stay balanced_____(D)____and centered. 

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which version of the underlined portion of sentence 8 provides the most effective transition from sentence 7?

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• First of all,

• Therefore,

• For example,

The writer wants the underlined portion of sentence 10 to help explain the quotation in sentence 9. Which choice best accomplishes the writer's goal?

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• improve concentration both on and off horseback.

• be critical in developing a range of emotional skills.

• contribute to a strong bond between horse and rider.

Which choice is the best version of the underlined portion of sentence 14?

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• inspire

• stimulate

• motivate

The writer wants the underlined portion of sentence 16 to set up the information in sentence 17. Which choice best accomplishes the writer's goal?

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• some researchers have disputed the benefits of therapeutic riding.

• not every center that provides this service is equally well regarded.

• a therapeutic riding center can be difficult to find and afford.

The writer wants the underlined portion of sentence 20 to provide an effective concluding statement for the passage. Which choice best accomplishes this goal?

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• should be made available more widely.

• may not appeal to some riders.

• is in danger of disappearing.

The clue word for this box is the answer to the following question:

Question: What is the term for the moral or lesson in a story?