English 10 A - Unit 4 Exam

Ready to Blast Off According to the passage, which of the two following answers summarizes the information under the heading "Ready to Blast Off"?

- Civilian space travel is an idea that is possible one day. - Burt Rutan is leading the way in developing space ships capable of taking civilians into space.

Ready to Blast Off Which statement from "Ready to Blast Off" best supports the author's point of view?

This dream will not come true in the near future, but through the efforts of people like Burt Rutan, civilian space travel will become a reality.

The X Prize What is the author's purpose of the last paragraph of "The X Prize"?

to describe how the X Prize contributes to the development of the private space travel

Read the quote below from page 1 of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, which was written in 1813. "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." According to MLA guidelines, determine which sentences correctly cite this quote within the text of an essay. Assume that the essay includes a Works Cited Page. Select three that apply.

- Austen begins her famous novel Pride and Prejudice by saying, "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife" (1). - "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife" (Austen 1). - Austen proclaims that, "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife" (1).

Read the paragraph. In such a spirit on my part and on yours we face our common difficulties. They concern, thank God, only material things. Values have shrunk to fantastic levels; taxes have risen; our ability to pay has fallen; government of all kinds is faced by serious curtailment of income; the means of exchange are frozen in the currents of trade; the withered leaves of industrial enterprise lie on every side; farmers find no markets for their produce; and the savings of many years in thousands of families are gone. More important, a host of unemployed citizens face the grim problem of existence, and an equally great number toil with little return. Only a foolish optimist can deny the dark realities of the moment. What does the information in the paragraph reveal about the Franklin D. Roosevelt's purpose? Select two that apply.

- Franklin D. Roosevelt's purpose is to address specific problems that need to be resolved. - Franklin D. Roosevelt's purpose is to firmly acknowledge the nation's current state.

Alex is revising the paragraph below for spelling errors. Last night, the Student Government Committee met for the first time to discuss the parking situation at the high school. Everyone agreed that the school is not equipped to handle all the students who wish to park on campus. Valerie introduced the idea that students should perchase a space in the parking lot each semester. In the absense of any opposing votes, the motion passed successfully. In which revised sentences has Alex used correct spelling? Select two that apply.

- [WRONG] Last night, the Student Goverment Committee met for the first time to discuss the parking situation at the high school. - In the absence of any opposing votes, the motion passed successfully.

According to MLA guidelines, which of the following citations from a report is written correctly?

According to anthropologist Michelle Rosegrin, "Body piercing has been an aspect of human culture for centuries" (55).

Read the paragraph. Our greatest primary task is to put people to work. This is no unsolvable problem if we face it wisely and courageously. It can be accomplished in part by direct recruiting by the Government itself, treating the task as we would treat the emergency of a war, but at the same time, through this employment, accomplishing great—greatly needed projects to stimulate and reorganize the use of our great natural resources. What does the information in the paragraph reveal about Franklin D. Roosevelt's point of view?

Franklin D. Roosevelt believes that employment is the country's biggest priority.

This question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B. Part A:What claim does Franklin D. Roosevelt make in his Inaugural Address? Part B:Click on the line in the Inaugural Address that best supports your answer in part A.

Part A: The country will rise above its current difficulties. Part B: "This great Nation will endure, as it has endured, will revive and will prosper."

Using a Digital Scale for Science Experiments Which section of this document offers an argument and contains evidence for the author's opinion?

Rationale for Weighing

A student is writing an argumentative essay about all teens needing smart phones for his debate class. Read the paragraphs from the student's essay and the directions that follow. In this day and age, all teens need smart phones because they provide safety and an excellent source for research. Many may say that smart phones are too distracting for teenagers, and could lead to decreased academic performance. Even if this is true, the benefits to safety and research outweigh the minor possibility of distraction. First, many teens are driving themselves or riding with friends. Smart phones can help these teens get accurate, fast directions so they do not get lost or find themselves in dangerous areas. Also, smart phones can provide teens with an immediate way to look for resources to help them if they are in danger, such as police department phone numbers or park ranger contact information. Smart phones keep teens safe in ways that simple cell phones cannot. In addition to the safety they bring, smart phones are also an excellent resource for research for teens. So many classes in school require research, and, if teens have smart phones in their pockets to use for research, they can save time and money that would be required to visit a library or buy resources online. A smart phone gives teens quick, reliable information at their fingertips. The student found more information. Which piece of evidence supports the student's claim about the necessity of smart phones for teens in his essay?

Smart phones can be equipped with helpful applications for reliable research sites and can download historical documents, scientific articles, encyclopedia entries, etc.

Using a Digital Scale for Science Experiments Which sentence from the passage provides support for the author's claim that it is extremely important to use a digital scale in order to accurately measure substances used in experiments?

When measuring solids, such as powders, particles can settle with varying amounts of air between them.

Read the paragraph. This is a day of national consecration. And I am certain that on this day my fellow Americans expect that on my induction into the Presidency, I will address them with a candor and a decision which the present situation of our people impels. What is the most likely reason Franklin D. Roosevelt chose to begin the Inaugural Address this way?

to introduce his address using a positive tone

Read this paragraph about reading for pleasure and answer the following question. Although television and the Internet seem to have replaced reading as a pastime, many people still find much pleasure in this activity. To spend a few hours engrossed in the latest mystery novel can be quite fun. Reading the sequel to a recently read adventure novel is also very enjoyable. Historical fiction written in the vernaculer of the time period can often be challenging, but also rewarding. Even reading scientific magazines can provide invaluable knowledge that will come in handy in future high school or college classrooms. So before picking up the remote or turning on the computer, consider reading a book instead. It can be a great way to spend the afternoon! Which word from the paragraph is spelled incorrectly?

vernaculer