Which choice below is written in active voice?

Planning Worksheet for Agency Essay

• Why the world's climate is changing • How are we bringing about climate change?

• Impact of climate change on forests

• Climate change affecting the Kyoto protocol

• Forestry's role in mitigating climate change Note: The bulleted list identifies the sub-headings used by an international development agency to plan an essay on the tropical forests and climate change.

Based on this list, which is the MOST effective organizational structure for the essay?

Excerpt from The Thoughts of an Ornithologist William Princeton

(3) The Peregrine population crashed between 1950 and 1970 due to pesticides like DDT. The future of these magnificent birds remained uncertain for nearly two decades. Thanks to the diligent work of conservationists like Tom Cade, officials removed the Peregrine from the endangered species list in 1999.

The result was that the Peregrine population crashed between 1950 and 1970. What was the cause? Think about cause-and-effect relationships.

Which sentence contains an unlike comparison of items?

Excerpt from An Adaptation of Liberty or Death Patrick Henry

No one recorded a transcript of Henry's words during the meeting. Years later, however, spectators from the event wrote down their memories of Henry's address.

Based on the root spec-, what does the word spectators mean?

Excerpt from An Interesting History Lesson Connie Greathouse

As he walked, he saw pictures of famous athletes who had made their mark on history. Geoff spotted many notable athletes. He also read about other ones that weren’t familiar to him.

In the seventh paragraph the word notable means...

When I’m feeling sad; when I’m feeling blue I always know that I can turn to you Your familiar words, they put me at ease Washing over me like a gentle breeze When everything’s crazy, you never change No matter what happens, you stay the same That’s why I come back, again and again Because the best books never really end

The poet uses comparison and contrast to present the poem. What MAIN comparison is the poet making?

Excerpt from Stranded Tracy Wilson

...If I become desperate I can always resort to eating the freeze dried rations, but that defeats my purpose for being here to begin with. Besides, they are about as edible as the tough, dry bark in a long dead tree...

Besides, they are about as edible as the tough, dry bark in a long dead tree is an example of which type of comparison?

Why see a podiatrist? You might be thinking, “I don’t need to see a doctor just because my feet hurt.” Most of us don’t realize how important our feet are to our overall health. Our feet support us and they help us move from one place to another. This is why it is important to care for your feet. No matter what is ailing your tired soles, a podiatrist can help. Podiatrists are trained to recognize a wide variety of medical issues that affect the feet. Many people are amazed at the ways that podiatrists can help alleviate pain and improve the quality of patients’ lives.

Read the excerpt from a podiatrist’s Web page. Which statement presents an opposing view from the excerpt?

Kim is writing an argumentative essay calling for stricter enforcement of clean air regulations. One of her paragraphs starts with the following topic sentence: Communities all over the nation are affected by air pollution.

What type of detail would be best to support this topic sentence?

Excerpt from Plugged In, but Tuned Out: The Evil Influence of Ear Buds Darrell Thomas

People refuse to recognize the danger of ear buds because they simply love their ear buds too much to give them up. Ear buds are probably doing serious physical damage to their inner eardrums or even the brain itself, but apparently that doesn’t bother anyone. I shudder to think of what the future will be like if we continue on the path of ear bud slavery we’re traveling. Next time you’re tempted to plug in and tune out, remember my warning. Either we learn to live without ear buds, or we’re going to turn into a nation of complete zombies. Is that where you want to live?

The author concludes that because of the dangers ear buds present, they should be tossed into the trash or, at least, never used. What would be a more moderate conclusion for him to make?

from The Boy and the Wolf

by James Baldwin

One day, word came that a savage wolf had been seen in the forest. "How I should like to meet that wolf," said little Gilbert. He was only seven years old, but now all his thoughts were about the savage beast. "Shall we take a walk this morning?" asked his mother. "Oh, yes!" said Gilbert. "Perhaps we may see that wolf among the trees. But don't be afraid." His mother smiled, for she felt quite sure that there was no danger.

What point of view does the author use in this selection?

Excerpt from Acquiring a Driver's License in Alabama Tracy Wilson

Written Test 1 The written test is given to first time license applicants Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. with lunch from 12:00 P.M.to 1:00 P.M.The testing fee is $50.00 each time you test. You will be required to show two forms of identification before testing. Birth certificates and Social Security cards are acceptable forms of identification. 2 The questions on the test are multiple choice and are derived from the state driver’s manual. You should read the manual thoroughly before attempting the written test. The questions that appear at the end of each section in the manual are similar to those on the test. You will be asked specific questions concerning traffic laws, road signs, traffic signals, and road markings. Please be advised that if you are seeking an endorsement for classifications other than passenger cars and trucks, you will be required to take a supplemental test for each classification. This includes licenses to operate motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, motor homes, or boats. A score of 75% must be achieved on the written test before applicants will be eligible to attempt the road test. Road Test 3 The road test will allow potential licensees to demonstrate driving ability in their personal vehicle on a route assigned by the test examiner at that time. The license plates, registration, and insurance on the vehicle must be current. Vehicles not meeting this requirement will not be permitted for use on the road test. The vehicle must be driven to the test site by a licensed driver. 4 Documentation must be provided from a licensed optometrist, ophthalmologist, or vision specialist stating that the applicant’s visual acuity is at least 20/40 with or without corrective lenses. Applicants with visual acuity between 21/40 and 20/70 may be restricted to drive during daylight hours only. 5 All traffic laws must be obeyed during the duration of the route in order to earn a passing score. Additionally, you will be asked to demonstrate correct use of all operational and safety features on the vehicle including the following: rear-view mirrors, side mirrors, emergency flashers, and parking brakes. 6 Applicants must earn a passing score of 75% on both the written test and road test in order to be issued a driver's license. 7 For further information on the State Driving Tests you may contact the Office of Public Safety at 1-800-677-9000 extension 109.

The main purpose of this passage is...