Unit 7 MCQ - AP English Lang

In the context of the passage as a whole, the sixth paragraph ("Since that . . . 90 percent white") primarily serves to A) reveal the author's concern about how diversity is represented in Wyoming politics B) demonstrate that Wyoming's legislature is proportionally diverse C) redefine diversity in terms of ideological differences rather than ethnic heritage D) propose that people concerned about diversity should focus on local, not state, elections E) suggest that voting may not be an effective method for promoting diversity in Wyoming

Answer: A) reveal the author's concern about how diversity is represented in Wyoming politics

In the sixth sentence of the third paragraph ("She campaigned . . . and to her"), the author uses the dash primarily to A) stress a significant connection B) clarify a potential ambiguity C) introduce a minor detail D) qualify a sweeping assertion E) fend off a likely objection

Answer: A) stress a significant connection

The writer wants sentence 10 (reproduced below) to provide a logical, vivid description of the experience of reading with an e-reader. I would read quickly, seeing page after page of disembodied text, words flashing by me on a screen—I often felt overwhelmed. Which of the following versions of sentence 10 most effectively accomplishes this goal? A (As it is now) B I read quickly, words flashed by me on a screen, I saw page after page of disembodied text, and I felt overwhelmed often. C I often felt overwhelmed; I quickly read the words that flashed by me on a screen and I saw page after page of disembodied text. D Words flashing by me on a screen because I would read quickly; I saw page after page of disembodied text, so I often felt overwhelmed. E I would read quickly—I saw page after page of disembodied text—and I often felt overwhelmed, because I had words flashing by me on a screen.

Answer: A) As it is now

Which of the following describes the purpose of the last sentence of the passage? A It connects the author's imagined scenario to his claim about the Athenians. B It suggests that history necessarily repeats itself. C It helps the audience imagine what an artistic golden age might look like. D It provides some historical context for the writer's religious references. E It establishes the author's credentials by displaying his knowledge of ancient Athenian history.

Answer: A) It connects the author's imagined scenario to his claim about the Athenians.

The writer is considering adding the phrase "for reading that requires intense concentration" to the end of sentence 8 (reproduced below). Despite these advantages, I discovered that e-readers do not work well. Should the writer make this addition? A Yes, because it appropriately limits the scope of the writer's claim. B Yes, because it provides a valid counterclaim to the writer's main idea. C No, because it offers a generalization about reading that is not supported by the passage. D No, because it is not consistent with the information about King Lear provided later in the paragraph. E No, because it contradicts the point the writer has made about the advantages of e-readers.

Answer: A) Yes, because it appropriately limits the scope of the writer's claim.

The writer wants to expand on the advice offered at the conclusion of the passage to bring the argument to a close. Which of the following versions of the underlined portion of sentence 21 (reproduced below) most effectively accomplishes this goal? My advice to students contemplating e-readers is to realize that not all reading experiences are the same. A same; for immersive experiences, which are crucial to any serious field of study, print is the way to go. B same; some books will take you a long time to read, regardless of the medium, whereas others can be dispatched relatively quickly. C same; not all e-readers come equipped with the same features, so do some market research before you decide which e-reader is right for you. D same; e‑readers are often viewed as being more environmentally friendly, but print books come in handy when there is no access to a power source. E same; after all, who knows what impact new inventions will have on reading in the future?

Answer: A) same; for immersive experiences, which are crucial to any serious field of study, print is the way to go.

The writer wants to add information to the end of sentence 1 (reproduced below) to introduce the central comparison in the passage. When I decided to major in English, I bought an electronic reading device, or "e-reader." Which of the following versions of the underlined portion of sentence 1 most effectively accomplishes this goal? A "e-reader," because even though I love literature, I also am interested in technology. B "e-reader," to use instead of print books in my college literature classes. C "e-reader"; I later decided to also pursue a minor in business administration. D "e-reader," which was highly recommended by my parents, who both love their e-readers. E "e-reader"; I also purchased a laptop computer and noise-canceling headphones.

Answer: B) "e-reader," to use instead of print books in my college literature classes.

At the end of the second paragraph ("And yet . . . India"), the author includes a series of clauses that serve to A) support the claim that Wyoming's homogeneity promotes inclusiveness B) qualify the argument that Wyoming's political culture lacks diversity C) provide evidence of a long tradition of feminism in Wyoming D) reveal the strong influence of liberal thinkers on Wyoming politics E) correct an assumption about the size of the Asian American population in Wyoming

Answer: B) qualify the argument that Wyoming's political culture lacks diversity

The writer wants to combine sentences 18 and 19 (reproduced below) to emphasize the relationship between the ideas in these sentences. It proved an invaluable tool for research projects involving secondary sources. It was more efficient to read scholarly articles on my e-reader than to go to the library for hard copies. Which version of the underlined text best accomplishes this goal? A sources, while it B sources because it C sources, yet it D sources, although it E sources, unless it

Answer: B) sources because it

The writer wants to combine sentences 3 and 4 (reproduced below) in a way that expresses the unequal relationship between the ideas in these sentences. I discovered that print is better suited to in-depth reading. E-readers have numerous advantages. In the context of the passage as a whole, which of the following choices best achieves this goal? A I discovered that print is better suited to in-depth reading and that e-readers have numerous advantages. B E-readers have numerous advantages despite the fact that I discovered that print is better suited to in-depth reading. C Even though e-readers have numerous advantages, I discovered that print is better suited to in-depth reading. D Since e-readers have numerous advantages, I discovered that print is better suited to in-depth reading. E Because I discovered that print is better suited to in-depth reading, I will admit that e-readers have numerous advantages.

Answer: C) Even though e-readers have numerous advantages, I discovered that print is better suited to in-depth reading.

In the second paragraph, the two commas in the last sentence serve which of the following purposes? A They indicate a hierarchical relationship between the three phrases in the sentence. B They create an equivalency between the author's assertions in the last two clauses and a claim of his opponents in the first clause. C They separate three related objections to which the author imagines himself responding. D They set off a clause that clarifies an idea introduced in the first clause. E They connect the author's ideas to those of his imagined audience.

Answer: C) They separate three related objections to which the author imagines himself responding.

The author most likely chose to introduce her argument by way of a personal anecdote in order to A) share the perspective of someone usually regarded as a typical Wyoming resident B) invite the audience to empathize with the difficulties she faced growing up in Wyoming C) challenge her audience's assumptions about Wyoming residents D) avoid having to incorporate historical and statistical data into her argument E) disclose events that might have made her unintentionally biased

Answer: C) challenge her audience's assumptions about Wyoming residents

In the sentence toward the middle of the final paragraph ("But if Wyoming . . . choose to live here"), the author uses subordination to A) highlight the difficulty of attracting minorities to rural states B) propose a strategy for enticing young people to live in Wyoming C) emphasize that statewide changes depend on individual choices D) suggest that diverse states may nevertheless be poorly integrated E) explain the underlying cause of a statewide trend

Answer: C) emphasize that statewide changes depend on individual choices

The writer wants to add an anecdote to the first paragraph that orients the reader to the argument of the passage. Which of the following choices best accomplishes this goal? A An account of the writer's first trip to the college bookstore, where the writer discovered how expensive textbooks are B An explanation of the difficulties the writer encountered when trying to download e‑books from the college library's online system C A reminiscence about an English literature professor whom the writer found to be especially demanding D A story about reading an English novel with an e-reader and then being unable to recall major elements of the plot E A recollection of the difficulty the writer faced when trying to decide on a college major

Answer: D) A story about reading an English novel with an e-reader and then being unable to recall major elements of the plot

In the third paragraph, the last sentence ("There is no ... gold" ) does which of the following? A It qualifies a statement by narrowing its scope to a particular time period. B It refutes a claim made in the previous sentence by suggesting that art is bound by the constraints of its era. C It elaborates upon the idea of an artistic age by subdividing such eras based on the quality of art produced during them. D It emphasizes a claim about artistic eras that has previously been explained. E It counters claims about the motivation of artists by employing language that equates artistic achievement and material wealth.

Answer: D) It emphasizes a claim about artistic eras that has previously been explained.

The writer is considering deleting the underlined portion of sentence 16 (reproduced below). In short, the e-reader was good for enumeration, but only the printed text enabled interpretation. Should the writer delete the underlined text? A Yes, because it contradicts the writer's point about complex reading in the paragraph. B Yes, because it makes a point that is not supported by any evidence in the passage. C Yes, because it adds a level of complexity that is not in keeping with the simplicity of the writer's main idea. D No, because it enhances the writer's credibility by acknowledging a counterclaim to the argument that print books are superior to e-readers. E No, because it provides commentary that explains the relevance of the direct quotation included in sentence 12.

Answer: D) No, because it enhances the writer's credibility by acknowledging a counterclaim to the argument that print books are superior to e-readers.

In the first sentence, the way in which the author combines clauses after the main verb "is" ("what makes an artist . . . a good work of art") indicates that he A is arranging his topics in order of increasing relevance to the audience B hopes to impress the audience with the breadth of his historical knowledge C views all the other questions as variations of the final question D attaches equal importance to the topics he intends to address E plans to devote more attention to the last topic than to the first four

Answer: D) attaches equal importance to the topics he intends to address

The author characterizes the Athenians as "the citizens of one out of a thousand cities" (paragraph 5) in order to convey which of the following? A Although ancient Greece had many cities, an unusual number of prominent artists lived in Athens. B Given its relatively small size, Athens should not be considered overly influential. C The policies of many Greek cities during the Classical era should be considered by those who wish to defend the Greeks as an artistic people. D While Athenians might be famous for certain attitudes toward the arts, this attitude should not be thought of as unique to the citizens of that one city. E Even if the Athenians were shown to be an artistic people, that designation should not be extended to all peoples of ancient Greece.

Answer: E) Even if the Athenians were shown to be an artistic people, that designation should not be extended to all peoples of ancient Greece.

The writer wants sentence 20 (reproduced below) to provide commentary that reflects the complexity of the discussion in the paragraph and the passage. You can expect to read quite a bit in college. Which of the following versions of sentence 20 most effectively accomplishes this goal? A (As it is now) B Consulting secondary sources stimulates critical thinking. C As you can tell, I really like to read. D Not all of my professors required the use of scholarly articles, though some made a point of suggesting ones that they themselves had written. E However, I understood that my level of engagement with these materials was not as profound as it was with primary texts such as Shakespeare's plays.

Answer: E) However, I understood that my level of engagement with these materials was not as profound as it was with primary texts such as Shakespeare's plays.

At the beginning of the fourth paragraph ("WHAT . . . people?"), the author uses all capitals primarily to A express his wholehearted endorsement of the audience's viewpoint on a topic B indicate that his own opinions on the topic are likely to be held by many in the audience C criticize the tendency of audiences to talk during lectures D urge others to participate in the discussion he has initiated E emphasize the disbelief with which he expects the audience to react to his argument

Answer: E) emphasize the disbelief with which he expects the audience to react to his argument

In the closing lines of the passage ("I love the mountains . . . the space"), the author affirms her sense of attachment to Wyoming by A noting how Wyoming's climate facilitates outdoor activities B acknowledging the exceptional nature of her family's experiences C praising the Wyoming legislature's focus on environmental issues D suggesting the economic potential of Wyoming's natural resources E offering a poetic description of Wyoming's natural beauty

Answer: E) offering a poetic description of Wyoming's natural beauty