Question 1

Which sentence best conveys the author's main claim?

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"When the history of our current age is written, it will say that Google has made us smarter— both individually and collectively—because we have ready and free access to information. "

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"Just as a car allows us to move faster and a telescope lets us see farther, access to the Internet's
information lets us think better and faster."

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"Internet users are more likely to be exposed to a diversity of ideas. "

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"Today, Google is the new technology. The Internet contains the world's best writing, images, and
ideas; Google lets us find the relevant pieces instantly."

Question 2

Which of the following is a main point that the author uses to support his claim?

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Just as a car allows us to move faster and a telescope lets us see farther, access to the Internet's information lets us think better and faster.

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"More than 2,000 years ago, the
classical Greek philosopher Socrates complained that the new technology of writing 'will create
forgetfulness in the learners' souls because they will not use their memories.'"

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"My local library
has no books on that specific subject—just 18 books about the Apollo missions in general."

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"Socrates was wrong to fear the coming of the written word."

Question 3

Which of the following is a specific piece of evidence used to support the argument?

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My local library has no books on that specific subject—just 18 books about the Apollo missions in general. I could hunt through those or turn to Google, which returns 45,000 pages, including a definitive encyclopedia article and instructions for building a unit.

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Just as a car allows us to move faster and a telescope lets us see farther, access to the Internet's
information lets us think better and faster.

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Any new information technology has both advocates and critics.

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By considering a wide range of information, we can arrive
at more creative and informed solutions.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a counter-argument?

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To present an opposing viewpoint and provide a rebuttal

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To encourage the reader to consider the other side of the issue

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To tell the opposing side what they should believe instead

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To explain the validity of the opposing perspective

Question 5

Which of the following is a use of a counter argument?

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"There's no doubt the Internet can create distractions. But 81 percent of experts polled by the Pew Internet Research Project say the opportunities outweigh the distractions. "

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"Today, Google is the new technology. The Internet contains the world's best writing, images, and ideas; Google lets us find the relevant pieces instantly."

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"Internet users are more likely to be exposed to a diversity of ideas. In politics, for example, they are likely to see ideas from left and right, and see how news is reported in other countries."

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"Writing has improved our law, science, arts, culture, and our
memory. When the history of our current age is written, it will say that Google has made us smarter— both individually and collectively—because we have ready and free access to information. "

Question 6

What type of evidence is used here: 
"Suppose I'm interested in the guidance computers on Apollo spacecraft in the 1960s. My local library has no books on that specific subject—just 18 books about the Apollo missions in general. I could hunt through those or turn to Google, which returns 45,000 pages, including a definitive encyclopedia article and instructions for building a unit. "

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hypothetical anecdote

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personal anecdote

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figurative language

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logical explanation

Question 7

Which of the following is a strategy that Peter Norvig uses in his article?

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A circular hook that connects the introduction to the conclusion

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Using a humorous tone to connect with the reader

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Waiting until the end of the article to reveal his perspective on the issue

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Supporting each key point with an anecdote

Question 8

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an argument essay?

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To make the claim that you will support in the essay

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To show the reader the importance of your perspective

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To present the topic or problem you will be discussing

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To make your reader interested in reading your essay

Question 9

Norvig starts the article by describing an opposing perspective. This is beneficial for his argument in many ways. Which of the following is NOT a positive effect of this choice?

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He refutes a counter argument from the very start.

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He appeals to his audience on the opposing side of the argument so that they continue reading.

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He uses a quote from a reliable source to build ethos.

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He demonstrates that he is knowledgeable about the topic, even the opposing side.

Question 10

Which strategy does the author use to support his argument in the fourth paragraph?

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He uses an analogy to clarify his ideas.

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He uses complex vocabulary to demonstrate his knowledge.

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He discusses consequences to make the issue more urgent.

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He cites effective sources to serve as evidence.

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