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WorksheetsEnd of Module 2 Unit 1 Assessment Review
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is the author’s purpose for the video "Why Eat Local"?
The author’s purpose for this video is to encourage viewers to think about the fact that eating local food is important.
The author’s purpose for this video is to prove that eating local food is the only way to access healthy food.
The author’s purpose for this video is to present an academic argument in favor of local food over non-local food.
The author’s purpose for this video is to present the pros and cons of local food versus nonlocal food.
What is the main claim of the video "Why Eat Local"?
that we should not eat food that is grown and produced locally
that we should eat food that is grown and produced locally
that buying locally produced food is less expensive
that buying locally produced food is unfair to farmers who are far away
Which of the following answers BEST describes if the evidence in the video is sufficient?
The evidence used in this video is sufficient to make the viewer consider the importance of eating locally because the speaker brings up sound ideas, but not sufficient to convince the viewer that this is the best option because there are not a lot of facts, details, or research presented.
The evidence used in this video is sufficient because the viewer understands the pros and cons of local food versus nonlocal food, but not sufficient because the viewer needs to understand local food is unprocessed and organic.
The evidence used in this video is not sufficient because the viewer is unable to make personal connections to the speaker's ideas and the speaker does not discuss specific reasons to eat locally grown food.
Which of the following answers BEST describes if the reasoning in the video "Why Eat Locally?" is sound?
The reasoning is sound because it contains details and explains that the author believes eating locally is important.
The reasoning is not sound because the author doesn't make connections between the evidence and the claim that eating locally is the better choice.
The reasoning is sound because it is a set of clearly connected ideas that help us understand the evidence the author has given about why we should eat locally.
The reasoning is not sound because the argument is not valid and some of the ideas mentioned are untrue.
Which of the following pieces of evidence, if the author chose to include it, would be irrelevant to the author’s claim?
Locally grown food is fresher and tastes better.
Local farmers markets are a nice way for a community to come together.
Many people in the United States do not eat fruits and vegetables daily.
Some locally grown food is less expensive.
What is the author's purpose for writing "Chew on This?"
to convince readers that color additives can be dangerous and should be avoided
to convince readers that color additives are safe to consume
to share the results of a research study on the taste of food additives
to convince readers that color additives should be used in more foods to enhance taste
What is the main claim of "Chew on This?"
Color additives can be dangerous and should be avoided.
Studies show that changing the color of a food has led to poisonings.
Changing the color of food makes it more appealing to kids.
Changing the color of food does not change the taste.
Which of the following answers BEST describes if the evidence in "Chew on This" is sufficient in supporting the claim that color additives may cause negative physical effects, especially in large quantities?
The evidence used in the passage is sufficient because the author shares the results of a research study on the taste of food additives.
The evidence used in the passage is sufficient because the author states that color additives are safe to consume and supports this statement with facts.
The evidence used in the passage is not sufficient because only a very small percentage of the population will be so unfortunate as to mistake dishwashing fluids for a Gatorade, and this does not pose a clear danger to the majority of the population.
The evidence used in the passage is not sufficient because changing the color of food does not change the taste.
"The popularity of unnatural colors, however, has led to accidental poisonings. Some laundry detergents and window-washing fluids are the same bright blue color as drinks such as Frost Gatorade. Small children have tried to drink these toxic liquids, thinking they will taste delicious. For thousands of years people could judge the safety of a food by its color. Foods that were dangerous or had gone bad often didn’t look right. If your red meat turned green or blue, you’d probably decide not to eat it. The widespread use of bold food coloring has made it harder to see if something’s wrong with your food. And some poisonous liquids, deliberately given unnatural colors so that nobody will drink them, now remind toddlers of their favorite drinks."
Which of the following answers BEST describes if the reasoning in this paragraph is sound?
The reasoning is sound because it contains details and explains that the author believes that colors added to food have become brighter over time, making them more and more attractive to young people.
The reasoning is not sound because the author doesn't make connections between the evidence and the author's claims that adding color to food makes it more appealing to young children.
The reasoning is sound because it is a set of connected ideas that help us understand the evidence the author has given about food coloring and how it can be dangerous.
The reasoning is not sound because the argument is not valid and some of the ideas mentioned are untrue.
Which of the following pieces of evidence, if the author chose to include it, would be irrelevant in "Chew on This"?
Many pediatricians believe that food coloring can lead to sleeplessness in young children.
A recent study showed that young children offered moldy bread found the colors of the bread to be enticing.
Studies show that teenagers who consume large amounts of carmine report headaches more frequently than those who don’t.
Research shows that sugary drinks can lead to a higher rate of obesity in young children.
"The US government claims that the color and flavor additives widely used in processed foods are safe. That may not always be the case. Carmine can cause allergic reactions in some people. Tartrazine, a yellow food coloring, can cause hyperactivity, headaches, rashes, and an increased risk of asthma in some children. It has been banned in Norway, Finland, and Austria but is still used by food companies in the United States and Great Britain. Tartrazine can be found in British and American sodas, candies, chewing gum, Jell-OTM, and butterscotch pudding mixes, among other things."
How do the authors respond to the United States government’s conflicting viewpoint that food additives are safe?
by referencing research findings about the flavors of sodas, candies, chewing gum, Jell-O TM, and butterscotch pudding mixes
by referencing research findings about specific chemicals that are harmful
by referencing an expert doctor’s opinion that refutes this viewpoint
by referencing research findings about additives banned in the United States
"A number of scientists now worry that eating so many different chemicals in processed foods may not be good for young children. A study conducted in 2004 at the University of Southampton in England looked at the behavior of 277 children who were three to four years old. Over a series of weeks the researchers gave each child either a fruit drink or a drink made with artificial colors and flavors that tasted exactly the same. The kids never knew which drink they were getting. They seemed much more hyperactive when they had the drink full of artificial ingredients than when they had the fruit juice. Each of the widely used chemical additives may be safe to eat by itself, but the safety of eating a large combination of additives in every meal remains unknown. “We assume that because these things do not make us drop dead, they’re safe,” says Dr. Vyvyan Howard, a leading expert on toxic substances at the University of Liverpool in England. “It’s not true. In my opinion, I would recommend that kids just stay away from them.”"
What paragraph structure does this paragraph use?
Narrative
Expository/Explanatory
Descriptive
Compare/Contrast
Match the paragraph structure to its correct definition.
Tells a sequence of events or a short story
Narrative
Uses sensory details to describe a person, place, thing, or event
Descriptive
A paragraph that explains facts, ideas, or processes clearly and logically (aims to inform or clarify)
Expository/Explanatory
Explains similarities and/or differences between two or more things
Compare/Contrast
Match the vocab word with its correct definition.
The reason the author writes a text or creates a video
author's purpose
The central, most important claim a text or video is trying to convince the audience to agree with
main claim
Facts, data, examples, or expert statements the author uses to support a claim
evidence
A reason or idea the author gives that helps explain or back up the main claim
supporting point
Does not directly support the claim or is off-topic for the argument being made
irrelevant evidence
Match the vocab word with its correct definition.
Enough evidence or detail to support a claim; not missing major facts or explanations
sufficient
Logical, well‑connected, supportive reasoning
sound
Evidence or sources that are trustworthy and fact-based
reliable
A different or opposing claim or perspective that disagrees with the author’s claim
counterargument
