Question

1. what strengthens arguments?

a. fancy language
b. complicated terms
c. long paragraphs
d. clear proof

1. what helps organize a complex nonfiction text?

a. blueprint
b. extended vocabulary definitions
c. multiple paragraph classifications
d. numerous detailed examples
read the following original passage, the impact of plastic straws on ocean pollution and answer the questions.
every day, over 500 million plastic straws are used in the united states alone. these seemingly insignificant items contribute to the growing problem of pla ingested by sea creatures. by switching to reusable straws or eliminating their use altogether, individuals can reduce their contribution to this environment

1. what solution is suggested to reduce plastic straw pollution?

a. using more plastic straws
b. banning all plastic products
c. switching to reusable straws
d. replacing plastic with metal

1. what guides content decisions?

a. grammar rules
b. text format
c. audience needs
d. word limits

Explanation:

• Question 12: Clear proof (option d) strengthens arguments as it provides evidence. Fancy language (a), complicated terms (b), and long paragraphs (c) do not inherently strengthen an argument.
• Question 13: Multiple paragraph classifications (option c) help organize a complex non - fiction text. A blueprint (a) is more for construction, extended vocabulary definitions (b) help with understanding words, and numerous detailed examples (d) support ideas but not organization.
• Question 14: The passage states “By switching to reusable straws or eliminating their use altogether...”, so switching to reusable straws (option c) is the solution. Using more plastic straws (a) is worse, banning all plastic products (b) is not mentioned, and replacing plastic with metal (d) is not in the text.
• Question 15: Audience needs (option c) guide content decisions. Grammar rules (a) are for language correctness, text format (b) is about presentation, and word limits (d) are a constraint, not a guide for content.

Answer:

1. d. Clear proof
2. c. Multiple paragraph classifications
3. c. Switching to reusable straws
4. c. Audience needs