Master Nonfiction Writing: Enhance Your Reading and Analytical Skills

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of nonfiction text?

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Poetry

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Essays

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Articles

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Speeches

Question 2

Which of the following is a characteristic of an argumentative essay?

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A clear and concise thesis statement

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An objective and impartial tone

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Extensive use of literary devices

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An emotional and subjective approach

Question 3

What is the main purpose of an introduction in an article?

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To capture the reader's attention and provide background information

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To summarize the main points of the article

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To present the author's thesis or argument

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To provide a detailed account of the research conducted

Question 4

What is the main structural difference between an essay and a speech?

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Essays are written, while speeches are delivered orally

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Essays typically include visual aids, while speeches do not

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Essays use formal language, while speeches use informal language

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Speeches are generally longer than essays

Question 5

In an essay, which structural element is crucial for organizing and presenting the main ideas in a logical and coherent manner?

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Logical flow of ideas

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A compelling introduction

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A memorable conclusion

Question 6

Which literary genre is **not** included in the scope of this unit?

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Novels

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Essays

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Articles

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Speeches

Question 7

Which rhetorical device appeals to the emotions of the audience?

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Pathos

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Ethos

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Logos

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Kairos

Question 8

What is the distinction between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary focuses on the main points, while a paraphrase includes details.

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A summary is shorter than a paraphrase.

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A paraphrase uses similar words to the original text.

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There is no difference between a summary and a paraphrase.

Question 9

Which of the following statements exhibits bias?

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The new tax law will benefit everyone.

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Scientific consensus affirms the existence of climate change.

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The decision was made after careful consideration of all evidence.

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The organization is dedicated to supporting community initiatives.

Question 10

What is the function of evidence in a nonfiction argument?

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To support the author's claims

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To provide entertainment

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To persuade readers

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To illustrate personal experiences

Question 11

What is the predominant purpose of a speech?

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To persuade

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To inform

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To entertain

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To analyze

Question 12

Which feature is not characteristic of an essay?

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Speculation and conjecture

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A clear and concise thesis statement

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Evidence supporting claims

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Logical organization

Question 13

In an argumentative speech, the speaker's primary purpose is to:

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Persuade the audience to adopt a particular viewpoint

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Inform the audience about a topic

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Entertain the audience with humor

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Describe a personal experience

Question 14

In an article, the author's tone is primarily conveyed through the:

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Choice of words and phrases

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Use of figurative language

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Organization of the text

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Structure of sentences

Question 15

In a compare-and-contrast essay, the author's goal is to:

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Highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects

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Advocate for the superiority of one subject over another

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Provide a detailed description of each subject

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Analyze the historical context of the subjects

Question 16

In journalistic articles, the writer should prioritize:

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Objectivity and impartiality

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Personal opinions and biases

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Sensationalism and emotional language

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Promotion of a specific political agenda

Question 17

A common organizational structure for speeches typically includes:

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Introduction, body, conclusion

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Problem, solution, call to action

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Chronological order

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Spatial order

Question 18

Which of the following is not typically a characteristic of an essay?

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Length exceeding 10 pages

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Formal language and organization

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Development of a central argument

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Use of rhetorical devices

Question 19

Which of the following is not commonly used as a rhetorical device in speeches?

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Deductive reasoning

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Metaphor

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Alliteration

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Statistics

Question 20

In an analytical essay, the writer's primary goal is to:

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Examine and interpret a text or issue

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Present a personal opinion or perspective

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Summarize and restate information from a source

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Convince the reader to accept a particular viewpoint

Question 21

Which of these describes how an inductive argument builds its case?

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It uses specific examples to lead the reader to a general conclusion.

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It starts with a general statement and then gives supporting evidence.

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It makes a conclusion that doesn't connect to the evidence given.

Question 22

Which characteristic is NOT essential for an effective essay?

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Subjective and biased language

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Clear and concise language

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Well-organized structure

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Persuasive argumentation

Question 23

What is the primary function of a thesis statement in an essay?

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To encapsulate the main argument

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To provide background context

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To outline the essay's structure

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To express the author's opinion

Question 24

What is the main purpose of an informative article?

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To provide factual information

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To persuade readers to act

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To express the author's perspective

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To entertain readers with a story

Question 25

Which persuasive technique is employed in the sentence: 'Your indifference towards this charity reveals your lack of compassion.'?

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Guilt trip

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Appeal to emotion

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Appeal to logic

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Bandwagon

Question 26

What is the primary organizational structure of this paragraph: 'We will delve into the company's history, analyze its financial performance, and explore its future prospects.'

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Chronological

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Compare and contrast

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Problem and solution

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Cause and effect

Question 27

What is the purpose of using transition words and phrases in nonfiction texts?

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To establish coherence and connect ideas

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To showcase the author's personal opinions

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To enhance the text's entertainment value

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To summarize the text's main points

Question 28

In an essay, the thesis statement is typically located in:

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The introduction

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The body paragraph

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The conclusion

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The abstract

Question 29

The primary purpose of a rebuttal in an argumentative essay is to:

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Address and refute opposing arguments

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State the main thesis of the essay

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Provide evidence to support the thesis

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Summarize the main points of the essay

Question 30

Which type of nonfiction writing aims to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint?

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Persuasive

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Expository

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Analytical

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Narrative

Question 31

What is the main purpose of using ethos in a nonfiction text?

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To establish the author's trustworthiness and expertise

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To arouse the reader's emotions and sympathies

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To provide concrete evidence to support arguments

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To present contrasting viewpoints fairly and objectively

Question 32

What is the primary goal of a thesis statement in a nonfiction essay?

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To express the author's opinion or claim

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To provide a summary of the essay's main points

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To introduce the topic and engage the reader's interest

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To present the author's personal experiences and observations

Question 33

When assessing a nonfiction source's reliability, why is it essential to examine the author's bias?

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To uncover any possible prejudice or motive the author may have.

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To gauge the author's knowledge of the topic.

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To identify the intended readers of the source.

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To contrast the source with other similar sources.

Question 34

Explain how the development of nonfiction genres reflects changes in society and intellectual advancements.

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Nonfiction genres have adapted to cater to various audiences and purposes.

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Nonfiction genres have remained static throughout history.

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Digital advancements have had no impact on the evolution of nonfiction.

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Nonfiction has always primarily served an entertainment purpose.

Question 35

In an argumentative essay, why is it important to include a counterargument?

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To acknowledge and address an opposing viewpoint, strengthening the main argument

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To restate the main argument in different words

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To provide evidence that directly supports the main argument

Question 36

What is the primary purpose of using evidence in nonfiction writing?

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To support claims and demonstrate validity

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To add humor to the writing

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To introduce the topic and provide context

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To restate the author's opinion

Question 37

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with effective nonfiction writing?

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Excessive use of figurative language

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Clarity and precision in language

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Well-structured organization

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Objectivity and evidence-based arguments

Question 38

In general, what is the primary goal of an essay?

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To present a well-reasoned argument

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To solely entertain the reader

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To provide a purely factual narrative

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To express the author's personal feelings

Question 39

What is the main function of a thesis statement in a nonfiction essay?

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To introduce the topic and provide a framework for the essay

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To summarize the main points of the essay

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To declare the author's opinion on the topic

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To offer a detailed summary of the supporting evidence

Question 40

In academic writing, which source type is considered less reliable?

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Social media post

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Scholarly journal article

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Government report

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Peer-reviewed website

Question 41

What is the fundamental distinction between a fact and an opinion?

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Facts are verifiable, while opinions are based on feelings.

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Opinions are supported by evidence, while facts are not.

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Facts are always fair, while opinions are biased.

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Opinions are more significant than facts.

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of effective nonfiction writing?

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Exaggerated or sensationalized language

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Clarity

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Objectivity

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Evidence-based claims

Question 43

In an essay arguing against social media use, the author presents research findings on its negative mental health impacts. This type of evidence is considered:

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Quantitative evidence

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Personal anecdote

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Logical reasoning

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Expert opinion

Question 44

When analyzing a nonfiction article, it is crucial to consider:

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The author's purpose and potential biases

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The article's visuals or design elements

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The article's popularity or virality

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The article's length or complexity

Question 45

When evaluating the reliability of a nonfiction source, it is essential to:

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Scrutinize the author's credentials and reputation in the field

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Rely solely on the source's popularity or number of citations

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Check primarily for spelling and grammatical errors

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Trust the source's emotional appeal or persuasive tone

Question 46

A distinctive feature of argumentative nonfiction writing is:

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The use of rhetorical strategies

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Exclusive focus on providing historical context

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Frequent use of abstract and complex figurative language

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Overwhelming reliance on vivid sensory details

Question 47

In a literary analysis essay about a nonfiction text, the writer should primarily:

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Support their interpretations and arguments with textual evidence

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Express their personal opinions and feelings without justification

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Focus mainly on discussing the author's life and experiences

Question 48

When planning and delivering nonfiction instruction, teachers should:

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Tailor instruction to students' varying interests and reading levels

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Focus exclusively on using online resources and digital platforms

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Solely rely on textbooks for content delivery