Angela Lock
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the author's explanation of the round shape in the second paragraph support their overall purpose?
It provides a historical timeline of different manhole cover shapes.
It argues that the round shape is the only feature that matters for safety.
It highlights the shape as a 'brilliant' and 'thoughtful' solution, building the reader's admiration for the object's design.
It suggests that square covers are a major problem in modern cities.
Answer explanation
The author's purpose is to inform and persuade the reader to appreciate manhole covers. By describing the round shape as a 'simple but brilliant safety solution' and a 'thoughtful design,' the author conveys a tone of admiration and builds a case for why this everyday object is worthy of respect.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the author's main purpose for writing this passage?
To provide a history of city sewer systems.
To argue that manhole covers need to be updated with new technology.
To list the different jobs of city utility workers.
To inform readers about the clever design of manhole covers and persuade them to appreciate these objects.
Answer explanation
The author provides information about the shape, material, and features of manhole covers (informing) and uses words like 'brilliant,' 'thoughtful,' and 'smart engineering' to encourage appreciation (persuading). The final paragraph directly asks the reader to 'take a moment to appreciate it,' which clearly states this dual purpose.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which phrase from the passage best reveals the author's admiring point of view?
gateways to a hidden world
heavy, metal discs
a simple but brilliant safety solution
typically made from cast iron
Answer explanation
The word 'brilliant' shows a strong positive opinion and admiration for the intelligence of the design. The other options are neutral descriptions ('heavy, metal discs,' 'typically made from cast iron') or metaphorical descriptions ('gateways to a hidden world') that create interest but not necessarily admiration.
4.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The author uses different types of phrases to build their point of view. Sort the phrases from the passage into the correct category.
Groups:
(a) Phrase Showing Author's Admiration
,
(b) Neutral Factual Description
provide access to essential utility lines
typically made from cast iron
a piece of smart, practical engineering
unsung heroes
thoughtful design
heavy, metal discs
Answer explanation
This question asks students to distinguish between phrases that carry a positive, admiring tone ('unsung heroes,' 'smart, practical engineering,' 'thoughtful design') and those that are purely descriptive and factual ('typically made from cast iron,' 'provide access,' 'heavy, metal discs'). This demonstrates an understanding of how an author's word choice conveys a point of view.
5.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match the author's choice of words with the effect it is intended to have on the reader.
To make the reader see the manhole cover as important and underappreciated.
"so common that they become invisible"
To contrast how we normally ignore the object with its actual importance.
"unsung heroes of the street"
To create a sense of respect for the intelligence of the design.
"a simple but brilliant safety solution"
To emphasize that its strength is a deliberate and practical choice.
"engineered for toughness"
Answer explanation
This question requires analyzing how the author's specific word choices are used to shape the reader's perspective. Each phrase is carefully selected to achieve a particular effect, such as creating admiration, establishing a problem (invisibility), or highlighting intentionality, all in service of the author's purpose.
6.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How does the author organize the information in the passage to convince the reader that manhole covers are 'a piece of smart, practical engineering'? Explain how the order of the details helps support this point of view. Use and quote at least two specific examples from the text in your answer.
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