Martian Metropolis / Humans / Robots: Summative Quiz

What reason does the author of “Humans Need to Explore Outer Space” give in paragraph 6 to support her claim that space exploration should continue?

• It is important to support technological advances in electronics.

• Recent geological surveys show that water exists on the moon.

• Helium-3 is an element needed for research in nuclear fusion.

• Mining in space could be a source for useful materials.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which of the following words with similar meanings from “Humans Need to Explore Outer Space” has the most negative connotation (feeling)?

• impossible (paragraph 3)

• problematic (paragraph 10)

• risky (paragraph 11)

• difficult (paragraph 12)

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Would you want to trust a scientific mission to the people who run reality TV?

The tone of this rhetorical question suggests that trusting a scientific mission to the people who run reality TV would be —

• appropriate

• ridiculous

• smart

• risky

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In paragraph 11 of 'Let Robots Take to the Stars,' which rhetorical device does the author use to sum up her argument?

• Humor

• Evidence

• Rhetorical question

• Sweeping generalization

How does the author of “Let Robots Take to the Stars” support the idea that space travel is more suited to robots?

• By explaining the risks to human space travelers

• By sharing the details of a new space program

• By stating the need for international cooperation

• By quoting experts in the field of space exploration

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Choose the word or phrase that ensures subject-verb agreement (correct use of the word) in the underlined section in the sentence below.

Although the Cassini spacecraft ended its journey in 2017, it continue to provide benefits to scientists.

• do continue

• continuing

• continues

• correct as is

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which two phrases describe ideas that are explored in both "Humans Need To Explore Outer Space" and "Let Robots Take To the Stars"?

• Using science and technology in space exploration

• Limiting space exploration and reducing costs

• Redesigning the space program and accommodating tourists

• Understanding the benefits and objectives of space exploration

• Identifying the risks and rewards of space exploration

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

Which statement is a claim the authors of "Humans Need To Explore Outer Space" and "Let Robots Take To the Stars" make to support their points of view?

• Space travel is one of the most innovative human ideas thus far.

• Space travel is as risky as climbing Mount Everest or flying a plane.

• A lot of money and time has already been spent on space exploration.

• Private companies can help support space exploration in the future.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

The authors of “Humans Need to Explore Outer Space” and “Let Robots Take to the Stars” use rhetorical devices to support their arguments. Which of the following best describes how they do this?

• They use rhetorical devices such as emotional appeals and logical reasoning to persuade readers of their viewpoints.

• They avoid using any rhetorical devices in their arguments.

• They rely solely on personal anecdotes without any rhetorical devices.

• They use only statistical data and avoid emotional or logical appeals.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

The use of rhetorical questions helps authors make arguments by:

• engaging the reader and encouraging critical thinking

• providing factual evidence for claims

• summarizing the main points of the text

• offering direct answers to complex issues

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8