R&E- The Value of Community Celebrations, A Moment of Kindness
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17 questions
Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
Gage wrote this paper to argue for the importance of community celebrations. Read Gage’s paper and look for revisions he needs to make. Then answer the questions that follow.
The Value of Community Celebrations
(1) By definition, celebrations are intended to be fun. (2) However, this expectation does not mean that they should be viewed as something extra or expendable. (3) In fact, they are usually very well attended. (4) They are important to the health and well-being of a town. (5) They bring together people of different backgrounds and remind them of shared goals. (6) This can foster a sense of pride and unity. (7) These positive feelings make people want to work for the community’s success.
(8) There are countless ways for a community to celebrate together. (9) Holidays are one opportunity. (10) While a fireworks display on the Fourth of July may be too expensive, a parade down Main Street can be organized at minimal cost and can be just as much fun. (11) Concerts, outdoor movies, and sporting events are great choices for summer activities. (12) Fall is a good time for a craft festival or carnival. (13) And winter is perfect for sharing holiday-themed treats, songs, and decorations. (14) Some towns also have a Founders’ Day celebration. (15) This special day reminds residents of the often rich and fascinating history of their community.
(16) Ideally, a town should hold the same events year after year. (17) This gives community members some activities that they can count on and look forward to. (18) It also gives long-term residents something in common with newer ones. (19) There are few activities that welcome people of all ages and backgrounds. (20) A community celebration is one of the things that can fill this gap.
(21) Some people say that a community event requires too much time, work, and money to put together. (22) Depending on how large, complex, or big a celebration is, volunteers may have to start planning a whole year in advance. (23) And not all planning tasks are enjoyable. (24) It may even be difficult to recruit people for the less popular jobs. (25) But organizers need to remember that a successful event will be worth all the time and effort in the end. (26) If people can stay focused on the goal, they will not regret working with others to make their town a better place to live.
(27) Studies show that too many Americans feel a lack of connection with their neighbors. (28) Community celebrations are a way to combat this unfortunate fact. (29) They bring people together for enjoyable activities and remind residents of all that they have in common. (30) This bonding continues afterward, when people discuss the event or view photos and newspaper articles about it. (31) Community celebrations can help most people in a variety of ways and should be encouraged by lawmakers.
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Read the selection and choose the best answer to each question.
Mateo is writing a story about a girl who is playing chess in a tournament. Read these paragraphs from the body of Mateo's paper and look for corrections he needs to make. Then answer the questions that follow.
The Chess Tournament
(1) Jordan sat across from her opponent, a seven-year-old boy named Kyle. (2) As the competitors placed their chess pieces on the board. (3) Kyle asked Jordan how long she had been playing the game. (4) Jordan felt a little embarrassed telling him she had been playing chess for only six months.
(5) Kyle opened the match by saying, "good luck, Jordan." (6) He then confidently advanced one of his white pawns. (7) Jordan countered with a black pawn she then hit the chess clock to signal the end of her move. (8) She tried to tell herself that playing in this tournament was just like playing against her dad, but it didn't feel the same. (9) Even though Kyle was just half her age, he is known to be an exceptional player.
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Question 1
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Which of the following should replace sentence 3 to more effectively state the claim Gage is making in this paper?
Question 2
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Gage wants to combine the ideas in sentences 5 and 6. In the box provided, write a new sentence that combines these ideas in a clear and effective way.
Question 3
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What is the BEST way to revise sentence 22 to avoid repeating an idea?
Question 4
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Which sentence can BEST follow and support sentence 24?
Question 5
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Which sentence should replace sentence 31 to bring this paper to a more effective conclusion?
Question 6
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What is the MOST effective transition to add to the beginning of sentence 6?
Question 7
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Which sentence should come before sentence 11 to serve as an introductory sentence for the third paragraph (sentences 11-13)?
Question 8
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What revision, if any, should be made in sentence 23?
Question 9
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Johar wants to use a more effective word than TOLD in sentence 31. Which word should replace TOLD in this sentence?
Question 10
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What is the correct way to write sentences 2 and 3?
Question 11
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What change needs to be made in sentence 5?
Question 12
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What change is needed in sentence 7?
Question 13
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What change should be made in sentence 2?
Question 14
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What change should be made in sentence 3?
Question 15
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What change, if any, should be made in sentence 4?