Worksheets10th Grade 3.3
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 7mins
How does the addition of the caption and photo in paragraphs 2-5 impact the author’s purpose? (R.2.1)
They support Nixon’s credibility as a United States Senator.
They support the reasoning for why the American people do not trust Nixon.
They support Nixon’s justification on spending political funds for personal reasons.
They support Nixon’s reason for addressing the American people on national television.
Read this section from paragraph 7: And third, let me point out — and I want to make this particularly clear — that no contributor to this fund, no contributor to any of my campaigns, has ever received any consideration that he would not have received as an ordinary constituent. What is the best meaning of consideration as used in the passage? (V.1.3)
item
sympathy
treatment
understanding
Read the etymology of the word disbursement: Origin: Old French - desbourser disburse - expand, spend, extract (money) ment - result in What does the word disbursement mean, as it is used in paragraph 8? (V.1.2)
saving
receipt
amount
payment
How does the quote in paragraph 8, appeal to the audience and advance the author’s purpose? (R.2.3)
By providing the audit report findings from certified public accountants to solidify Nixon did not misuse funds.
By providing information on support from General Eisenhower to highlight Nixon being falsely accused of misusing funds.
By providing the opinion prepared by Gibson, Dunn, and Crutcher to suggest further inquiry and investigation is needed.
How do the features in paragraphs 10-13 impact the text? (R.2.1)
They add information on how the finances have impacted the family.
They add information about Mrs. Nixon's contributions financially to the family.
They add how the country felt about airing this information on public television.
They add information on how publicly sharing this information was difficult for Mrs. Nixon.
How do the text structures and features, in paragraph 14, impact the author’s purpose? (R.2.1)
They show that Nixon will put his family’s needs before the needs of the country.
They show that Nixon tried to refuse the dog but didn’t want to disappoint his children.
They provide a justification of how his family came to be the owner of their dog Checkers.
They provide an apology to the American people for acquiring Checkers with political funds.
Select two ways in which the speaker develops the central idea that Nixon has moral integrity and should be trusted by the American people? (R.2.2)
Nixon addresses the nation with his wife and children in a televised broadcast.
Nixon claims that not only a rich man should have the opportunity to serve his government.
Nixon provides a detailed account of his personal finances, listing his income, assets, and debts.
Nixon provides a detailed account of his political opponent’s misuse of funds and high financial status.
Nixon addresses potential criticisms directly, acknowledging the gift of the dog and explaining why they decided to keep it.
How does the letter in paragraph 16 support the central idea that Nixon has moral integrity and should be trusted by the American people? (R.2.2)
It highlights the importance of donating to politicians' campaign funds to show support.
It highlights the support from ordinary citizens, showcasing their belief in Nixon’s leadership.
It suggests the only way for Nixon to gain the trust of Americans is by listening to other voters.
It suggests that General Eisenhower’s endorsement of Nixon should be trusted due to Eisenhower’s own credibility.
How does the rhetoric in paragraph 15 support Nixon’s overall purpose? (R.2.3)
Nixon presents his thoughts on those who should run for office to relate logically and have them regain trust in him as a leader.
Nixon cites his difference of opinion with America’s beliefs on the two party system to create a personal connection to all voters.
Nixon exhibits shock and regret about the accusations against him encouraging the voters to distrust the democratic party.
Nixon highlights the emotional strain it has caused him, and his family, during this time in hopes that his audience will view him as having moral integrity.
Read the letter included in paragraph 16:
Dear Senator Nixon,
Since I am only 19 years of age, I can't vote in this presidential election, but believe me if I could you and General Eisenhower would certainly get my vote. My husband is in the Fleet Marines in Korea. He's a corpsman on the front lines and we have a two month old son he's never seen. And I feel confident that with great Americans like you and General Eisenhower in the White House, lonely Americans like myself will be united with their loved ones now in Korea. I only pray to God that you won't be too late. Enclosed is a small check to help you in your campaign. Living on $85 a month, it is all I can afford at present, but let me know what else I can do.
How do the details in the letter explaining this family’s situation appeal to the audience? (R.3.4)
It appeals to logic by suggesting a lower voting age for military families.
It appeals to logic with sound reasoning for supporting Nixon’s credibility.
It appeals to emotion by expressing hope about Nixon and Eisenhower’s campaign.
It appeals to emotion with a personal connection of how Nixon has impacted her life.
Select two reasons why the speaker uses rhetorical questions in paragraphs 5 and 9? (R.3.4)
To lead into his reasoning and rationale which provides information that supports him as virtuous.
To emphasize what fellow politicians have been wondering about as it relates to his campaign fund.
To express the thoughts and questions that are already felt by the American people based on accusations.
To highlight the timeline of events that impacted his decision making which align with having moral integrity.
To stress the thoughts of those in the White House and reassure them on the facts that align with the decisions he made throughout his campaign.
Read the following sentences from paragraph 14:
And our little girl Tricia, the six year old, named it "Checkers." And you know, the kids, like all kids, love the dog, and I just want to say this, right now, that regardless of what they say about it, we're gonna keep it.
What is the best representation of what Nixon is suggesting by using the phrase “like all kids?” (R.3.4)
An emotional connection focusing on children’s feelings.
A logical connection on what makes sense when raising a family.
A personal connection focusing on a father’s efforts to protect his children.
A social connection highlighting the importance of happiness within a family unit.
What does the word pertinent mean, as it is used in paragraph 8? (V.1.2)
fit
irrelevant
applicable
worthy of
What word could best replace designated as used in this paragraph? (V.1.3)
ordered
specified
nominated
unscheduled
