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- 1. Multiple ChoiceAccording to “Three Cheers for the Nanny State,” what item did New York City attempt to ban?large sodasunsafe carssugary snacksimported clothing
- 2. Multiple ChoiceAs explained in “Three Cheers for the Nanny State,” why were some people resistant to the ban discussed?They found the ban's language hard to understand.They feared punishment for disobeying the ban.They did not like being told what to do.They wanted a ban that was stricter.
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhat psychological concept discussed in “Three Cheers for the Nanny State” explains the reason the mind does not always make the best decisions?cognitive biastalk therapydeep hypnosislong-term memory
- 4. Multiple ChoiceAccording to “Three Cheers for the Nanny State,” what do opponents of the ban discussed in the essay fear?increased povertymore regulationshigher pricesbusier stores
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following situations could best be used to illustrate the meaning of rational?wearing sunglasses at nightlaughing during a sad moviestaying inside during a stormwalking barefoot in the snow
- 6. Multiple ChoiceIf you think that a past action is justifiable, which of the following must be true? Base your answer on the meaning of justifiable.You believe that the action was unimportant.You believe that no one noticed the action.You believe that you can defend the action.You believe that the action was dishonest.
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the most likely meaning of principle in the following sentence?
Doctors follow the principle of “do no harm” when treating their patients.questionable practiceguiding beliefmedical diagnosis - 8. Multiple ChoiceRead the following excerpt from “Three Cheers for the Nanny State.”
Obviously, it’s not about soda. It’s because such a ban suggests that sometimes we need to be
stopped from doing foolish stuff, and this has become, in contemporary American politics,
highly controversial, no matter how trivial the particular issue. (Large cups of soda as symbols
of human dignity? Really?)
What is the impact of the parenthetical text?It shows that the author respects opinions about the ban that differ from her own.It demonstrates that the author does not understand how or why the ban was put into effect.It suggests that the author recognizes why there have been misunderstandings about the ban.It reveals that the author believes the ban has been given greater importance than it deserves. - 9. Multiple ChoiceThe following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.
Part A
Based on “Three Cheers for the Nanny State,” choose the phrase that best describes people’s ability or inability to make good decisions.naturally skilledmentally unpreparedbiologically incapablepsychologically predisposed - 10. Multiple ChoicePart B
Which sentence from the text best supports the answer to Part A?John Stuart Mill wrote in 1859 that the only justifiable reason for interfering in someone's freedom of action was to prevent harm to others.You can stop someone from crossing a bridge that is broken, he said, because you can be sure no one wants to plummet into the river.Now we see that these errors aren't a function of bad character, but of our shared cognitive inheritance.It's not always worth it to intervene, but sometimes, where the costs are small and the benefit is large, it is. - 11. Multiple ChoiceThe following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.
Part A
Which of the following states a main purpose of “Three Cheers for the Nanny State”?to explain the necessity of the banto describe the law-making processto suggest an alternative to the banto persuade people to reject the ban - 12. Multiple ChoicePart B
Which sentence from “Three Cheers for the Nanny State” best supports the answer to Part A?After all, people can still get as much soda as they want.Like the guy about to step through the hole in the bridge, we need help.For some people, yes, it's an absolute loss.It's hard to give up the idea of ourselves as completely rational. - 13. Multiple ChoiceRead the following sentence from “Three Cheers for the Nanny State.”
Some of us can drive safely at 90 miles per hour, but we’re bound by the same laws as the
people who can’t, because individual speeding laws aren’t practical.
What idea from the text does this example demonstrate most clearly?People strive to follow laws even if some individuals refuse to obey them.People must give up some individual freedom to ensure the safety of all.The government does not have the resources to implement new laws.Laws are necessary even though they can be challenging to enforce. - 14. Multiple ChoiceThe following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.
Part A
How does the author of “Three Cheers for the Nanny State” feel about the ban?She dreads the ban.She opposes the ban.She distrusts the ban.She supports the ban. - 15. Multiple ChoicePart B
Which quotation from the text best supports the answer to Part A?Americans, even those who generally support government intervention in our daily lives, have a reflexive response to being told what to do, and it's not a positive one.So do these laws mean that some people will be kept from doing what they really want to do?The freedom to buy a really large soda, all in one cup, is something we stand to lose here.And that's why, as irritating as it may initially feel, the soda regulation is a good idea. - 16. Multiple ChoiceWhat evidence against the author’s perspective is provided in “Three Cheers for the Nanny State”? (Three choices; only one is marked correct on Quizziz).Some people do not care much about their health.Some people enjoy drinking a lot of soda at one time.Some people can regulate how much soda they drink.Some people think that exercise is more important than diet.
- 17. Multiple ChoiceRead the following sentence from “Three Cheers for the Nanny State.”
That’s what the government is supposed to do, help us get where we want to go.
Which of the following is accurate?The statement is an opinion because many people would agree with it.The statement is an opinion because it reflects the author's belief.The statement is a fact because it proves the author's argument.The statement is a fact because it is a true piece of information. - 18. Multiple ChoiceRead the following paragraph from “Three Cheers for the Nanny State.”
Of course, what people fear is that this is just the beginning: today it’s soda, tomorrow it’s the guy
standing behind you making you eat your broccoli, floss your teeth, and watch PBS NewsHour
every day. What this ignores is that successful paternalistic laws are done on the basis of
cost-benefit analysis: if it’s too painful, it’s not a good law. Making these analyses is something
the government has the resources to do, just as now it sets automobile construction standards while
considering both the need for affordability and the desire for safety.
How does the author respond to the conflicting viewpoint?She agrees with the opposing argument and then supports her own claim using a specific fact.She proposes a solution to the opposing argument and then offers a relevant piece of evidence.She points out information disregarded in the opposing argument and then gives a valid opinion.She considers the concerns expressed in the opposing argument and then states her personal belief. - 19. Multiple ChoiceThe Latin root -just- means “law” or “right and fair.” Use this information as well as your knowledge of the suffix -tion to select the correct definition of justification.good behavioran act of wrongdoingthe ability to do gooda good reason for doing something
- 20. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best describes an adjustment? Base your answer on the meaning of the Latin root -just-.making something rightmaking something workmaking something loudmaking something hidden
- 21. Multiple ChoiceRead the following sentence.
Javier protested the development of a new mall because the city has a large shopping center.
What kind of clause is underlined in the sentence?noun clauseadverb clauserelative clauseindependent clause - 22. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following sentences contains a noun clause?Mia offers piano lessons to anyone who is interested in learning to play.Meeting with reporters, the senator explained why the law passed.The students signed the petition that was presented to them.The concert, which drew a large crowd, was a great success.
- 23. Multiple ChoiceA relative clause acts as which of the following?a verba nounan adverban adjective
- 24. Multiple Choice
What item did Bloomberg attempt to ban?
large sodas
gallons of milk
large sugary snacks
large cake
- 25. Multiple Choice
Why did some people not like the ban?
They really like drinking large sodas
They are afraid it will lead to more restrictions
They are afraid it will cost them more money
They like eating large pizzas
- 26. Multiple Choice
How did the author of "The Three Cheers for the Nanny State" feel about the ban?
She supports it
She hates it
She wants to add more to it
She wishes it was for small drinks too
- 27. Multiple Choice
What is the definition of a fact?
the author’s position on a topic
the author’s opinion
a person’s belief
something that can be proved
- 28. Multiple Choice
What is the definition of an opinion?
the author’s opinion
a person’s belief
something that can be proved
something that is researched
- 29. Multiple Choice
Army ants that misinterpret the scent trails left by other ants will sometimes break from the crowd and march in circles. If enough ants join, they can form massive "death spirals."
Fact
Opinion
- 30. Multiple Choice
In the average lifetime, a person will walk the equivalent of 5 times around the equator.
Fact
Opinion
- 31. Multiple Choice
A skunk's smell can be detected by a human a mile away.
Fact
Opinion
- 32. Multiple Choice
The government is in the best position to solve many problems and so we should have bigger government.
Fact
Opinion
- 33. Multiple Choice
Pizza is the best kind of food!
Fact
Opinion
- 34. Multiple Choice
Football is more fun to watch than baseball.
Fact
Opinion
- 35. Multiple Choice
Where did the prosed ban take place?
California
Nebraska
New York
Washington D.C.
- 36. Multiple Choice
What is bias?
something that can be proved
an unfair preference
clear thinking
an author's position on a topic
- 37. Multiple Choice
Until the sun sets.
independent
dependent
- 38. Multiple Choice
Although I had never considered it .
independent
dependent
- 39. Multiple Choice
While flowers continue to bloom.
independent
dependent
- 40. Multiple Choice
No matter how you look at it.
independent
dependent
- 41. Multiple Choice
Before the food gets cold.
independent
dependent
- 42. Multiple Choice
As if he knew what was going to happen.
independent
dependent
- 43. Multiple Choice
I enjoy sitting by the fireplace and reading.
independent
dependent
- 44. Multiple Choice
Cheetahs are the fastest land animals.
independent
dependent
- 45. Multiple Choice
I like to swim laps to stay in shape.
independent
dependent
- 46. Multiple Choice
It is good to tackle the hardest chores first.
independent
dependent
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