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AP English Lang and Composition Unit 6 Progress Check MCQ
This deck contains flashcards based on the AP English Language and Composition Unit 6 Progress Check multiple-choice questions. Each card features a question on the front and the corresponding answer on the back, covering topics such as author's tone, argument structure, and evidence evaluation.
When she discusses Obama in the first paragraph, the author's tone is best described as
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Definition
When she discusses Obama in the first paragraph, the author's tone is best described as
Largely critical
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the author's quotation of Coates in the middle of the first paragraph and her discussion of the My Brother's Keeper initiative that follows it?
The quotation expresses disapproval of a tenet adopted by Obama; the discussion that follows it explains the author's disapproval by highlighting prob...
In the second paragraph, the author draws on evidence from her personal experience primarily to
Explain a change in her assessment of a particular idea
In the fourth paragraph, the author elaborates on the history of the 'talented tenth' primarily to argue that this idea
Is implicated in a flawed understanding of black success
In the second and third sentences of the second paragraph, the author implies which of the following about the differences between men and women?
Differences between men and women exist but are limited only to particular attributes.
The author's statement that 'instances are by no means uncommon' (paragraph 2, sentence 4) contributes to a tone that is
Measured and objective
Related Flashcard Decks
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
When she discusses Obama in the first paragraph, the author's tone is best described as | Largely critical |
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the author's quotation of Coates in the middle of the first paragraph and her discussion of the My Brother's Keeper initiative that follows it? | The quotation expresses disapproval of a tenet adopted by Obama; the discussion that follows it explains the author's disapproval by highlighting problematic aspects of a specific program. |
In the second paragraph, the author draws on evidence from her personal experience primarily to | Explain a change in her assessment of a particular idea |
In the fourth paragraph, the author elaborates on the history of the 'talented tenth' primarily to argue that this idea | Is implicated in a flawed understanding of black success |
In the second and third sentences of the second paragraph, the author implies which of the following about the differences between men and women? | Differences between men and women exist but are limited only to particular attributes. |
The author's statement that 'instances are by no means uncommon' (paragraph 2, sentence 4) contributes to a tone that is | Measured and objective |
At the end of the second paragraph, the author claims that 'these instances are not adduced with a view of proving that it is desirable to open such professions to women' primarily to | Distance herself from a perspective that could be supported by the evidence she cites |
In the first sentence of the third paragraph, the author describes needlework as 'seemingly peculiarly adapted to the powers and tastes of women' primarily to | Signal the limitations of a cliché she plans to undermine |
In context, the author's tone when discussing the 'presumptive connexion' in the last sentence of the last paragraph is best described as | Dismissive |
Which of the following can best be described as the passage's thesis? | Sentences 5 and 6 |
The writer is considering deleting sentence 3. Should the writer keep or delete sentence 3? | Keep it, because it provides evidence from a credible source that supports the writer's line of reasoning in the passage. |
In the context of the second paragraph, which of the following versions of the underlined portion of sentence 8 best expresses the writer's attitude toward the courses offered at Chaffey College? | As it is now: Chaffey College, for instance, in Rancho Cucamonga, California, has started offering cutting-edge courses in construction and logistics, two of the fastest growing industries in the region. |
After sentence 8, the writer wants to cite a source that supports the claim that Chaffey College successfully models the type of education reform needed to adapt to automation. Which of the following sources would best accomplish this goal? | A quote from a recent college graduate who was hired by a technology firm that recruits at Chaffey College |
The writer is considering changing the underlined word in sentence 12 to 'skeptical.' Should the writer make this change to sentence 12? | Yes, because the change replaces a vague word with a more precise one and clarifies the meaning of the sentence. |
The writer is considering adding the following sentence after sentence 14 to strengthen the case that basic income should be more widely accepted. Should the writer add this sentence after sentence 14? | Yes, because a similar idea is stated earlier in the passage and the writer needs to provide support. |
Which version of sentence 15 most effectively maintains the style and tone of the writer's argument in the passage? | We cannot afford to be passive at the dawn of this new industrial revolution. |
The writer wants to add a sentence at the end of the passage to summarize the main claim of the passage. Which of the following choices best accomplishes this goal? | Although large-scale change is likely in many sectors, education reform and a progressive BI program will help us offset risk and protect social stability. |
After doing additional research, the writer found the following sources. Which of the following sources would require the writer to adjust the line of reasoning in the passage? | An article that argues that basic income programs would be too costly for governments to support |
The writer is considering adding a sentence after sentence 14. Should the writer add this sentence to strengthen the case for basic income? | Yes, because it aligns with the passage's argument and provides additional support. |
Which of the following sources would require the writer to adjust the line of reasoning in the passage? | An article that argues that basic income programs would be too costly for governments to support |