Worksheets9A2VG
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 44mins
Benjamin and Mason are playing a new video game together. How might this game help them become better problem-solvers?
a. By presenting levels where they might fail and try again
b. By allowing them to play alone
c. By providing easy tasks
d. By giving them rewards for no effort
Abigail, Avery, and David are discussing first-person shooter games during lunch. What is one danger of these games mentioned in the text?
a. They improve teamwork
b. They boost creativity
c. They increase aggression
d. They enhance social skills
Kai, Michael, and Nora are discussing Dr. Brian Primack's views on video games. What does Dr. Primack say about the desensitization effect of video games?
a. It helps teenagers cope with stress
b. It makes violence seem less serious
c. It makes teenagers more empathetic
d. It enhances their focus on studies
Mia and Elijah are discussing the effects of video games on teenagers. According to Dr. Deborah Gilboa, what is one positive impact that video games can have?
a. Increased isolation
b. Increased aggression
c. Development of resilience
d. Desensitization to violence
Grace, Priya, and Olivia are looking for a game to play together that will help them boost their teamwork skills. Which game should they choose?
a. Minecraft
b. Solitaire
c. Tetris
d. Candy Crush
Noah, Harper, and Benjamin are discussing the effects of video games. According to the text, which of the following could be a negative impact of video games on mental health?
a. They improve concentration
b. They reduce stress levels
c. They boost self-esteem
d. They increase anxiety in real-world situations
Luna, Henry, and Elijah are chatting about video games in class. What did Jesse Schell add to their lively discussion?
a. He supported the idea that games build skills beyond gaming
b. He discouraged all gaming activities
c. He claimed games have no educational value
d. He emphasized the dangers of all video games
Imagine Anika, Aria, and Scarlett are faced with tough choices in a video game. How can these games help teenagers like them handle complex ethical dilemmas?
a. By playing alone
b. By avoiding games with storylines
c. By engaging in historical conflict games
d. By playing puzzle games
Nora, Liam, and Sophia are having a lively debate about video games! What is the main point of the document they are discussing?
a. Video games are entirely harmful
b. Video games are only beneficial
c. Video games should be banned
d. Video games have both positive and negative effects
Imagine Maya, Noah, and Harper are discussing their favorite video games. According to the text, what important role do parents play when it comes to teenagers like them playing video games?
a. To provide guidance and select appropriate games
b. To strictly limit all gaming activities
c. To ignore their children's gaming habits
d. To encourage unlimited gameplay
Elijah, Arjun, and Nora are discussing the effects of too much screen time. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of those effects?
a. Isolation
b. Stress
c. Increased social skills
d. Desensitization
Scarlett and William are debating what video games are most like for teenagers. According to the text, which analogy best describes video games in this context?
a. Video games are like books
b. Video games are like food
c. Video games are like sports
d. Video games are like music
Sophia and David are discussing the term "desensitization" after reading the document. What does "desensitization" mean in this context?
a. Becoming more sensitive
b. Becoming more aware
c. Becoming less sensitive
d. Becoming indifferent
Imagine Anika, Noah, and James are facing a tough challenge together. What does "resilience" mean for them in this situation?
a. Giving up easily when faced with challenges
b. Avoiding difficult situations
c. Adapting to change without effort
d. The ability to keep trying and improving
Abigail and Charlotte are discussing video games. What does the text suggest about games that add humor to violent scenes?
a. They make violence seem more acceptable
b. They reduce the impact of violence
c. They are educational
d. They are harmless
David, Mia, and Zoe are discussing experts from a recent article. Which expert, mentioned in the text, is associated with the University of Pittsburgh?
a. Jesse Schell
b. Nikki Navta
c. Dr. Brian Primack
d. Dr. Deborah Gilboa
Evelyn, Zoe, and Abigail are chatting about video games during lunch. What is one reason their parents might be worried about video games, according to the text?
a. They improve academic performance
b. They enhance social interaction
c. They can lead to aggression and isolation
d. They promote healthy habits
Anika, Noah, and Emma are discussing the benefits of video games. Which benefit mentioned in the text relates to ethics?
a. They provide simple moral choices
b. They avoid ethical considerations
c. They teach clear right and wrong
d. They help in handling complex ethical dilemmas
Emma and Liam are debating about video games in class. What is a common misconception about video games according to the text?
a. Video games can only have negative effects
b. All video games are beneficial
c. Video games have no impact on behavior
d. Video games do not require skill
Charlotte and Daniel are debating how their parents should handle video games at home. Based on the text, what is the best approach parents can take with their teenagers and video games?
a. By avoiding any involvement
b. By banning all video games
c. By comparing video games to food, focusing on amount and content
d. By allowing unlimited access
Lily, James, and Aria are chatting about the latest news from Gov. Gavin Newsom. What recent legislation did he sign that could impact how young people use technology?
a. A ban on video games for minors
b. A requirement for social media companies to ensure new products aren't harmful to minors
c. A law prohibiting video games during school days
d. A restriction on social media use for minors
Imagine Olivia and Ethan are chatting about last year's big news in China. What did China decide to do about video games for minors?
a. Banned video games entirely
b. Allowed unlimited gaming for minors
c. Prohibited minors from playing on school days and limited weekend play
d. Encouraged more gaming among teenagers
Rohan, Arjun, and Ava are discussing how the Chinese government views gaming addiction. What term do they use to describe it?
a. An enjoyable pastime
b. A necessary part of life
c. Harmless entertainment
d. "Spiritual opium"
Kai, Luna, and Liam are chatting about their favorite video games. What is the main concern the author has about video games?
a. They are too expensive
b. They are not entertaining
c. They can be addictive and harmful
d. They are outdated
William, Priya, and Aiden are curious about how Storm8 managed to make their games so addictive. What clever strategy did the company use to keep players hooked?
a. By making games free
b. By tracking player behavior and designing habit-forming games
c. By limiting game access
d. By creating boring games
Grace and Jackson are discussing game addiction in class. What metaphor does the author use to describe it?
a. An endless journey
b. Eating a chocolate cake in small slices
c. Climbing a mountain
d. Reading a book
What made the author rethink his stance on video games—was it because his daughters, like Anika and Ethan, suddenly wanted to join in the fun?
a. His daughters showed interest in playing them
b. He was bored with games
c. He wanted to focus on board games
d. He received criticism from players
Zoe and Aiden are having a debate in class: According to the WHO, what is "gaming disorder"?
a. A mild inconvenience
b. A fun activity
c. A way to socialize
d. A health condition causing significant impairment
Option 5
Sophia and Michael are discussing why some people get hooked on video games. According to the text, which neurotransmitter is linked to gaming addiction?
a. Serotonin
b. Oxytocin
c. Dopamine
d. Endorphins
In a recent study, Abigail, Nora, and Evelyn were curious to know how many of their fellow adolescents developed pathological tendencies related to gaming. Can you guess what percentage it was?
a. 50%
b. 25%
c. 10%
d. 5%
Imagine William is reflecting on his involvement in gaming issues. What feelings did he experience about his role?
a. Pride
b. Indifference
c. Joy
d. Regret
Abigail, Sophia, and Nora are reading a set of school rules. The word "prohibited" pops up! What do you think "prohibited" means in this context?
a. Encouraged
b. Banned
c. Allowed
d. Ignored
Zoe and Noah are reading a passage together. Zoe asks, "Hey Noah, what does 'pathological' mean as used in the passage?" Can you help them out?
a. Unhealthy
b. Normal
c. Exciting
d. Simple
Samuel, Rohan, and Daniel are reading a story where the word "cultivate" appears. What do you think "cultivate" means in the context of their story?
a. Destroy
b. Neglect
c. Foster
d. Simplify
Maya and Noah are reading a story together. In the story, they come across the word "impairment." Can you help them figure out what "impairment" means?
a. Improvement
b. Damage
c. Growth
d. Invention
What is a claim?
A statement about what a person or group thinks to be true
a statement that is able to be proven true by direct experience or verified research
a direct, specific, and arguable statement that a writer/speaker is trying to prove
an explanation of evidence
What is a counterclaim?
A statement that disagrees with a claim by providing alternate evidence and reasoning
A selective use of evidence to support one's own beliefs or opinions
A direct, specific, and arguable statement that a writer/speaker attempts to prove
A statement that is able to be proven true by direct experience or verified research
What is a fact?
An explanation of how evidence supports a claim
A statement about what a person or group thinks to be true
A statement that disagrees with a claim
A statement that can be proven true by direct experience or verified research
What is an opinion?
Strong evidence that should be used in an argument whenever possible
A statement that is and can be proven true
A statement about what a person/group thinks to be true
Something that a person uses to convince their audience
What is confirmation bias?
When you effectively defend your argument
When you use verified facts to support your argument
A person's opinion
A focus on evidence that supports what we want to be true
Select the examples of strong evidence.
Factual information or expert opinion
Personal opinions
Information that is biased or incomplete
Information that is backed by specific details from the text(s)
Select the examples of weak evidence.
Evidence that is not related to the claim
Uncited sources
Data or information that is verified
Research from trusted organizations
The rhetorical appeal of ethos is...
based on logic and reasoning
based on morals and ethics
based on emotions and feelings
The rhetorical appeal of logos is...
based on logic and reasoning
based on morals and ethics
based on emotions and feelings
The rhetorical appeal of pathos is...
based on logic and reasoning
based on morals and ethics
based on emotions and feelings
What is the purpose of rhetorical appeals and rhetorical devices?
To make the argument more fun and entertaining
To make your audience angry
To confuse your audience
to make your argument more convincing
Antithesis is...
when you repeat a word or phrase over and over
a figure of speech the compares two similar things
the use of two opposing ideas together in the same sentence
an unreal exaggeration
Hyperbole (or extreme/absolute language) is...
an unreal exaggeration to emphasize a situation
the use of language that normally means the opposite
the repeated use of a sentence structure for emphasis
a comparison of two unlike things that continues through a series of sentences
Select the example of parallelism.
"The company is looking for a candidate who is friendly, organized, and is going to arrive to work on time."
"Crying makes me tired and I don't enjoy that."
"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
"I like to jog, bake, paint, and watching movies."
“Life is like a box of chocolates—you never know what you’re gonna get" is an example of...
an extended metaphor
an analogy
irony
repetition
What is irony?
An unreal exaggeration to emphasize the real situation
A figure of speech that uses two opposite words together
The use of language that normally means the opposite, typically for humor or emphasis
A nickname or descriptive term used to refer to someone.
Identify the example of hyperbole.
It is -2 degrees outside.
My shoes cost $200.
She is the best writer in our class.
I've told you this 20,000 times.
Why do authors/speakers use repetition?
For emphasis
To annoy their audience
Because they can't think of other words to use
To ensure their audience heard/understood them
TRUE OR FALSE:
More than one type of rhetorical appeal can be used at the same time.
True
False
"60% percent of the time, it works every time."- Anchorman
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
By donating only fifty cents a day, you can help give a child clean drinking water.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
"Choosy moms choose Jiff."- Jiff Peanut Butter Commercial
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
The Centers for Disease Control recommends getting a flu vaccine each fall.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Nearly 50% of all car accidents are caused by drivers using cell phones while driving.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
My coach suggested that I cross-train on Sundays to work different muscle groups.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Since my little brother has to leave for school before me, I let him shower first.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Smoking around kids is dangerous because defenseless children are exposed to dangerous chemicals that can lead to coughing, difficult breathing, or even asthma.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Michael Jordan is better than LeBron James because Jordan has won 6 championships and James has only won 2.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Listerine is recommended by most dental professionals.
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Which rhetorical appeal is used when a speaker relies on emotional stories to persuade the audience?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
What is the main function of a counterclaim in an argumentative essay?
To provide background information
To summarize the argument
To present an opposing viewpoint
To support the main claim with evidence
Which of the following best describes parallelism in writing?
Repeating the same word for emphasis
Using similar grammatical structures in a series
Exaggerating details for effect
Comparing two unrelated ideas
