ELA English Language Arts Exam — Questions and Answers

Question 1: A student reads two articles about climate change. Article A cites peer-reviewed studies; Article B cites social media posts. Which source is more credible, and why?

Both are equally credible
Article B, because social media is updated more frequently
Article B, because more people read social media
Article A, because peer-reviewed studies undergo expert evaluation (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Article A, because peer-reviewed studies undergo expert evaluation

Peer-reviewed studies are evaluated by subject-matter experts, making them far more reliable than unverified social media posts.

Question 2: Which transition word best signals a contrast between two ideas?

Therefore
Similarly
Furthermore
However (Correct answer)

Correct answer: However

'However' signals a contrast or shift in direction between two ideas.

Question 3: What is the term for the speaker's attitude toward the subject in a poem?

Voice
Theme
Tone (Correct answer)
Mood

Correct answer: Tone

Tone reflects the poet's or speaker's attitude toward the subject, such as bitter, joyful, or solemn.

Question 4: What is a primary source?

An encyclopedia entry
A newspaper editorial
An original, firsthand account of an event (Correct answer)
A textbook summary

Correct answer: An original, firsthand account of an event

Primary sources are original materials from the time period (diaries, letters, photographs, official records) providing firsthand evidence.

Question 5: Which statement BEST explains why an author would use a diagram alongside a written explanation of how a cell divides?

To provide a visual that clarifies a complex process difficult to describe in words alone (Correct answer)
To make the article longer and more impressive
To show the author's artistic skills
To replace the need for a written explanation entirely

Correct answer: To provide a visual that clarifies a complex process difficult to describe in words alone

Diagrams give readers a visual representation of complex processes, making them easier to understand alongside written text.

Question 6: When presenting multimedia content, which practice best supports the audience's understanding?

Read every word on each slide aloud verbatim
Use visuals to reinforce key spoken points, not repeat them word-for-word (Correct answer)
Dim the lights so the audience focuses only on the screen
Display as many slides as possible in the time allowed

Correct answer: Use visuals to reinforce key spoken points, not repeat them word-for-word

Visuals should complement and reinforce spoken content, not duplicate it, to avoid cognitive overload.

Question 7: What does the prefix 'inter-' mean in words like 'international' and 'interact'?

against
inside
between or among (Correct answer)
after

Correct answer: between or among

The prefix 'inter-' means 'between' or 'among,' so 'international' means between nations.

Question 8: A Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry. How many syllables does the second line contain?

5
7 (Correct answer)
3
6

Correct answer: 7

A haiku follows a 5-7-5 syllable structure: the first line has 5, second has 7, and third has 5.

Question 9: What is an allusion in literature?

An exaggeration used for emphasis
Giving human qualities to non-human things
A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work (Correct answer)
A comparison using 'like' or 'as'

Correct answer: A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work

An allusion is an indirect reference to something outside the text — such as a historical event, myth, or famous work — that the reader is expected to recognize.

Question 10: A reader notices that a news article uses mostly unnamed sources. What concern does this raise?

The article is too long
The article may lack credibility and be hard to verify (Correct answer)
The article is written for experts only
The article has too many facts

Correct answer: The article may lack credibility and be hard to verify

Unnamed sources make claims difficult to verify, which weakens the credibility and reliability of the article.

Question 11: The word 'ephemeral' describes something that:

is difficult to see
is extremely valuable
lasts only a short time (Correct answer)
lasts forever

Correct answer: lasts only a short time

'Ephemeral' comes from Greek meaning 'lasting only a day,' referring to things that are short-lived.

Question 12: Which text structure is used when a passage explains why a forest fire started and what effects it had on the ecosystem?

Cause and effect (Correct answer)
Chronological order
Problem and solution
Compare and contrast

Correct answer: Cause and effect

A cause-and-effect structure explains why something happened (cause) and what resulted from it (effect).

Question 13: Social media algorithms that repeatedly show users content similar to what they already engage with contribute to what phenomenon?

Viral marketing
Filter bubble / echo chamber (Correct answer)
Digital divide
Platform neutrality

Correct answer: Filter bubble / echo chamber

Filter bubbles occur when algorithms limit exposure to diverse perspectives, reinforcing existing beliefs and reducing encounter with challenging information.

Question 14: In nonfiction, what is the main difference between a fact and an opinion?

Facts are always short; opinions are always long
Facts are written by experts; opinions are written by others
Facts appear in headlines; opinions appear in body paragraphs
Facts can be verified as true or false; opinions express personal views (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Facts can be verified as true or false; opinions express personal views

Facts are verifiable statements, while opinions reflect personal judgments that cannot be proven true or false.

Question 15: Which revision makes this sentence more concise: 'Due to the fact that it was raining, we decided to stay inside.'?

Because it was raining, we stayed inside. (Correct answer)
We stayed inside on account of the rain falling outside.
The rain was falling and so therefore we stayed inside.
It was raining and that is the reason we stayed inside.

Correct answer: Because it was raining, we stayed inside.

'Due to the fact that' is a wordy phrase that 'because' replaces concisely without losing meaning.

Question 16: A student wants to evaluate a think tank's report on education policy. Which question is MOST important to ask first?

Was the report published before or after a major election?
How long is the report?
Does the report include charts and graphs?
Who funds the think tank and what is its ideological mission? (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Who funds the think tank and what is its ideological mission?

Funding sources and organizational mission directly influence what research a think tank prioritizes and how conclusions may be framed.

Question 17: What role does ethics play in Media Literacy practice?

It only applies to managers
It guides professional conduct and protects stakeholders (Correct answer)
Ethics is optional in professional settings
It only matters for legal compliance

Correct answer: It guides professional conduct and protects stakeholders

Professional ethics provide frameworks for responsible decision-making, ensuring practitioners act in the best interest of those they serve.

Question 18: What is the primary purpose of professional certification in Media Literacy?

To validate competency and knowledge in the field (Correct answer)
To increase salary automatically
To replace practical experience
To meet legal requirements only

Correct answer: To validate competency and knowledge in the field

Certification validates that a professional has met established standards of knowledge and competency in Media Literacy.

Question 19: Choose the word that best completes the analogy: STINGY : GENEROUS :: TIMID : ___

quiet
nervous
shy
bold (Correct answer)

Correct answer: bold

Stingy and generous are antonyms, so timid's antonym, 'bold,' completes the analogy.

Question 20: What is 'pathos' in rhetoric?

An appeal to the audience's emotions (Correct answer)
An appeal to authority
An appeal to logic
An appeal using humor

Correct answer: An appeal to the audience's emotions

Pathos is an appeal to the audience's emotions, aiming to create empathy, fear, or outrage to persuade.

Question 21: What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean?

To shatter frozen water
To initiate conversation in an awkward situation (Correct answer)
To cause a problem
To end a relationship

Correct answer: To initiate conversation in an awkward situation

'Break the ice' means to do or say something to reduce tension and start conversation.

Question 22: What is the term for the measured pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a line of poetry?

Meter (Correct answer)
Tone
Mood
Rhyme

Correct answer: Meter

Meter is the rhythmic pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a poem.

Question 23: Which sentence is a run-on?

After going to the store, I bought milk.
I went to the store.
I went to the store I bought milk. (Correct answer)
I went to the store, and I bought milk.

Correct answer: I went to the store I bought milk.

A run-on sentence joins two independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunction.

Question 24: A student wants to add a specific detail to support this claim: 'Air pollution harms children's health.' Which addition is most effective?

Pollution is a serious problem worldwide.
Clean air is important for everyone.
Many people care about the environment.
Studies show children in high-pollution areas have 20% higher asthma rates. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Studies show children in high-pollution areas have 20% higher asthma rates.

Specific statistics directly support the claim with concrete, measurable evidence.

Question 25: Why is continuing education important in Media Literacy?

Only for re-certification requirements
To network only
It is not important after certification
To stay current with evolving standards and practices (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To stay current with evolving standards and practices

Continuing education keeps professionals updated with the latest developments, standards, and best practices in their field.

Question 26: What is the primary purpose of a persuasive essay?

To describe an event in detail
To entertain the reader
To explain how something works
To convince the reader to adopt a specific viewpoint (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To convince the reader to adopt a specific viewpoint

A persuasive essay's primary purpose is to present an argument and use evidence, logic, and rhetorical strategies to convince the reader to agree with a specific viewpoint or take a particular action. It aims to influence the reader's beliefs or behavior, rather than simply entertaining, describing, or explaining.

Question 27: Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?

The storm passed; the sky turned bright blue. (Correct answer)
He ran fast; to catch the bus.
She loves writing; essays, poems, and stories.
I wanted to go; but it was raining.

Correct answer: The storm passed; the sky turned bright blue.

A semicolon correctly joins two related independent clauses; both 'The storm passed' and 'the sky turned bright blue' are complete sentences.

Question 28: What is the central theme of a story where a character learns the value of honesty after facing consequences for lying?

Friendship
Revenge
The importance of truth (Correct answer)
Overcoming fear

Correct answer: The importance of truth

The central theme of a story is its underlying message or moral lesson. When a character learns the value of honesty after experiencing negative consequences for lying, the narrative directly conveys the importance of truthfulness. The story's core message revolves around the significance of being honest and the repercussions of deceit.

Question 29: Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

I bought apples bananas and grapes.
I bought apples, bananas and, grapes.
I bought, apples bananas and grapes.
I bought apples, bananas, and grapes. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: I bought apples, bananas, and grapes.

This sentence correctly uses commas to separate items in a list, also known as a series. The comma before "and grapes" is an Oxford comma, which is standard practice for clarity in lists of three or more items. This punctuation ensures that each item is distinct and prevents potential misinterpretations of the list's components.

Question 30: Which sentence uses a comma splice incorrectly?

Although she studied hard, she passed the exam.
She studied hard, she passed the exam. (Correct answer)
She studied hard; she passed the exam.
She studied hard, and she passed the exam.

Correct answer: She studied hard, she passed the exam.

A comma splice joins two independent clauses with only a comma, which is a grammatical error.

Question 31: A graphic shows a bar chart where the y-axis starts at 95 instead of 0, making a small difference appear large. This technique is called:

Proportional scaling
Infographic bias
Truncated axis manipulation (Correct answer)
Data aggregation

Correct answer: Truncated axis manipulation

Truncating the y-axis exaggerates visual differences between data points and can mislead audiences about the actual magnitude of change.

Question 32: What is the difference between a main idea and a supporting detail?

They are the same thing
Main ideas are always in the title
Main idea is the central message; details provide evidence for it (Correct answer)
Details are more important

Correct answer: Main idea is the central message; details provide evidence for it

The main idea is the overarching point the author makes, while supporting details are specific facts, examples, or evidence that back it up.

Question 33: What does the Latin root 'bene-' mean in words like 'beneficial' and 'benevolent'?

bad
good (Correct answer)
many
small

Correct answer: good

The Latin root 'bene-' means good or well, forming the basis of many positive English words.

Question 34: What is the function of the 'conclusion' in a formal speech?

To introduce new evidence the speaker forgot to mention earlier
To apologize for any unclear sections
To list all sources cited during the speech
To restate the thesis, synthesize key points, and leave the audience with a memorable closing thought (Correct answer)

Correct answer: To restate the thesis, synthesize key points, and leave the audience with a memorable closing thought

A strong conclusion reinforces the central message and creates a lasting impression rather than simply stopping.

Question 35: When paraphrasing a source in a research paper, a student MUST:

Avoid using any of the original ideas
Still cite the original source (Correct answer)
Copy the text word-for-word with quotation marks
Only use information from one source

Correct answer: Still cite the original source

Even when paraphrasing, you must cite the original source to give credit and avoid plagiarism.

Question 36: When writing for a formal academic audience, a student should avoid:

Using evidence to support claims
Citing sources accurately
Defining technical terms clearly
Using contractions like 'don't' and 'can't' (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Using contractions like 'don't' and 'can't'

Contractions are informal and inappropriate for formal academic writing; full forms like 'do not' should be used.

Question 37: What does the root 'graph' mean in words like 'autograph' and 'biography'?

to speak
to measure
to see
to write (Correct answer)

Correct answer: to write

The Greek root 'graph' means 'to write,' connecting words about writing or recording information.

Question 38: In a persuasive essay, a counterargument is most useful because it:

Replaces the need for evidence
Weakens the writer's main position
Introduces a new topic unrelated to the thesis
Shows the writer considered opposing views and strengthens credibility (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Shows the writer considered opposing views and strengthens credibility

Addressing counterarguments demonstrates intellectual honesty and makes the writer's position more convincing.

Question 39: Which part of a research article should a student read FIRST to quickly determine if it is relevant to their topic?

The bibliography
The abstract (Correct answer)
The acknowledgments
The appendix

Correct answer: The abstract

The abstract provides a brief summary of the article's purpose, methods, and findings.

Question 40: An author writing about a historical event uses both primary and secondary sources. A primary source would be:

A diary entry written by someone who lived through the event (Correct answer)
A documentary filmed decades later
An encyclopedia article about the event
A textbook chapter summarizing the event

Correct answer: A diary entry written by someone who lived through the event

A primary source is created at the time of the event by someone who directly experienced it, such as a diary or letter.

Question 41: The word 'tenacious' most nearly means:

lacking confidence
holding firmly to a purpose (Correct answer)
easily discouraged
quick to forgive

Correct answer: holding firmly to a purpose

'Tenacious' means persistent, determined, and not giving up easily.

Question 42: What is the difference between a main idea and a supporting detail?

Main idea is the central message; details provide evidence for it (Correct answer)
They are the same thing
Details are more important
Main ideas are always in the title

Correct answer: Main idea is the central message; details provide evidence for it

The main idea is the overarching point the author makes, while supporting details are specific facts, examples, or evidence that back it up.

Question 43: What is 'free verse' in poetry?

Poetry that does not follow a fixed meter or rhyme scheme (Correct answer)
Poetry that uses only five-syllable lines
A poem written in the first person
Poetry that uses complex rhyme schemes

Correct answer: Poetry that does not follow a fixed meter or rhyme scheme

Free verse poetry lacks a regular meter or rhyme scheme, giving the poet more expressive freedom.

Question 44: In literature, a symbol is best defined as:

An exaggeration used for dramatic or humorous effect
The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words
A comparison of two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'
An object, person, or event that represents something beyond its literal meaning (Correct answer)

Correct answer: An object, person, or event that represents something beyond its literal meaning

A symbol carries both a literal meaning and a deeper, often abstract meaning — for example, a dove can literally be a bird while also symbolizing peace.

Question 45: Which technique best helps a speaker manage anxiety before delivering a formal presentation?

Memorizing the speech word-for-word
Avoiding eye contact with the audience
Practicing deep breathing and rehearsing aloud (Correct answer)
Speaking as fast as possible to finish sooner

Correct answer: Practicing deep breathing and rehearsing aloud

Deep breathing calms the nervous system, and rehearsing aloud builds familiarity and confidence.

Question 46: Which of the following is an example of parallel structure?

They hoped to learn, to grow, and to succeed. (Correct answer)
She likes hiking, to swim, and running.
He enjoys reading, writing, and to draw.
We planned cooking, to dance, and singing.

Correct answer: They hoped to learn, to grow, and to succeed.

Parallel structure requires matching grammatical forms; 'to learn, to grow, and to succeed' uses consistent infinitives.

Question 47: A passage describes a character who 'clenched her jaw and stared at the floor.' What can the reader infer?

The character is frightened
The character is frustrated or upset (Correct answer)
The character is excited
The character is confused

Correct answer: The character is frustrated or upset

Clenching the jaw and avoiding eye contact are physical signs typically associated with frustration or suppressed anger.

Question 48: An editorial argues that the school lunch program should be expanded. This text is BEST described as:

Narrative because it tells a story about a student
Expository because it defines nutrition terms
Objective because it discusses school lunches
Persuasive because it advocates for a specific position (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Persuasive because it advocates for a specific position

An editorial that argues for a specific policy position is persuasive because it aims to influence the reader's opinion.

Question 49: During a presentation, the speaker lists three key points about climate change. What should you do to remember them?

Write the points down as they are mentioned. (Correct answer)
Only focus on the first point and ignore the rest.
Interrupt and ask the speaker to repeat the points.
Wait until the end of the presentation to try to recall them.

Correct answer: Write the points down as they are mentioned.

Taking notes is a highly effective strategy for remembering key information during a presentation. Writing down points as they are mentioned helps to reinforce the information in your memory, provides a tangible record for later review, and prevents forgetting details, especially when multiple points are discussed. This active engagement aids comprehension and recall.

Question 50: A writer notices that their essay shifts between first person ('I') and third person ('one'). This is an example of:

Strong characterization
Proper use of perspective
Inconsistent point of view (Correct answer)
Effective voice variation

Correct answer: Inconsistent point of view

Shifting between first and third person within an essay creates inconsistent point of view, which confuses readers.

Question 51: What role does the concept of 'gatekeeping' play in traditional media?

Editors and producers deciding which stories are published or aired (Correct answer)
Audience members choosing which channels to watch
Securing media companies' physical broadcast equipment
Government licensing of radio and television stations

Correct answer: Editors and producers deciding which stories are published or aired

Gatekeepers—editors, producers, and executives—control the flow of information by deciding what content reaches the public.

Question 52: When citing a source in MLA format within the text, a writer should include:

The full URL of the website
The title of the source and its publisher
The author's last name and the page number (Correct answer)
The author's full name and the publication date

Correct answer: The author's last name and the page number

MLA in-text citations require the author's last name and page number in parentheses, e.g., (Smith 42).

Question 53: When an author provides a definition immediately after an unfamiliar technical term, this technique is called:

Inference
Paraphrasing
Summarizing
In-text definition (Correct answer)

Correct answer: In-text definition

An in-text definition is when the author directly explains the meaning of a term within the same sentence or passage.

Question 54: A student synthesizes information from multiple sources. This means they are:

Copying text from each source into their paper
Combining ideas from several sources to form a new understanding (Correct answer)
Using only one source per paragraph
Summarizing each source in separate paragraphs

Correct answer: Combining ideas from several sources to form a new understanding

Synthesis involves combining and integrating information from multiple sources to build a unified argument.

Question 55: In an informational text, a writer includes a graph showing rising temperatures over 50 years. This is an example of:

Kairos — using timely references
Pathos — appealing to the reader's emotions
Ethos — establishing the writer's character
Logos — using data and evidence to support a point (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Logos — using data and evidence to support a point

Logos refers to logical appeals, including data, statistics, and factual evidence like graphs.

Question 56: Which is the best example of a strong topic sentence for a body paragraph?

There are many things to say about climate change.
Deforestation destroys critical habitats, threatening the survival of hundreds of species. (Correct answer)
This paragraph is about the effects of deforestation on wildlife.
Deforestation is bad and people should stop it.

Correct answer: Deforestation destroys critical habitats, threatening the survival of hundreds of species.

A strong topic sentence makes a specific, debatable claim that the paragraph will support with evidence.

Question 57: A passage includes a subheading that reads 'The Economic Impact.' What is the most likely purpose of this subheading?

To summarize the entire article
To signal that the following section discusses financial effects (Correct answer)
To provide the author's personal opinion
To entertain the reader with an anecdote

Correct answer: To signal that the following section discusses financial effects

Subheadings in nonfiction signal what a section is about, helping readers navigate and predict content.

Question 58: Which study approach is most effective for Informational Text material?

Highlighting all text
Studying for very long sessions without breaks
Passive re-reading of notes
Active recall with practice questions (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Active recall with practice questions

Active recall through practice questions is the most effective study method, as it strengthens memory retrieval pathways.

Question 59: A student is trying to determine the CENTRAL IDEA of an informational article. The best strategy is to:

Focus only on the photographs and captions
Read only the first sentence of each paragraph
Count how many times a word appears in the text
Identify what most of the text is about by looking at recurring themes and the author's main point (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Identify what most of the text is about by looking at recurring themes and the author's main point

The central idea is the overarching point of the text, identified by examining what theme or argument the majority of the content supports.

Question 60: What is 'bias' in the context of argumentative writing?

Presenting a clear thesis
Providing balanced perspectives
Using strong evidence
An unfair preference that influences the presentation of information (Correct answer)

Correct answer: An unfair preference that influences the presentation of information

Bias is a prejudice or one-sided perspective that leads to unfair or inaccurate presentation of information.

Question 61: A reader wants to verify a specific date mentioned in a history article. Which feature should the reader use?

The table of contents
The index (Correct answer)
The glossary
The introduction

Correct answer: The index

The index lists specific topics and page numbers, making it the best tool for locating a specific fact quickly.

Question 62: A student reads a passage and notices the author uses the word 'however' to connect two sentences. What does this signal?

The second idea contrasts with the first (Correct answer)
The second idea repeats the first
The second idea explains a cause
The second idea supports the first

Correct answer: The second idea contrasts with the first

'However' is a signal word indicating contrast or an opposing idea.

Question 63: A speaker uses the phrase 'as I mentioned earlier' during a long presentation. What purpose does this serve?

It signals the speaker is nearly finished
It fills time when the speaker forgets their place
It helps the audience connect current information to prior content (Correct answer)
It introduces a new counterargument

Correct answer: It helps the audience connect current information to prior content

Callbacks to earlier points help listeners build coherent understanding across a long presentation.

Question 64: Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?

He was tall, strong, and had intelligence.
She likes hiking, to swim, and running.
They wanted to eat, drink, and be merry. (Correct answer)
The job requires writing, to read, and editing.

Correct answer: They wanted to eat, drink, and be merry.

Parallel structure requires that all items in a series use the same grammatical form.

Question 65: What does 'compare and contrast' mean in reading?

Contrasting font sizes
Reading two texts at the same time
Identifying similarities and differences between two or more things (Correct answer)
Comparing reading speeds

Correct answer: Identifying similarities and differences between two or more things

Compare and contrast involves analyzing two or more subjects to find their similarities (compare) and differences (contrast).

Question 66: The following sentence contains which type of figurative language? 'The thunder grumbled angrily across the sky.'

Personification (Correct answer)
Simile
Onomatopoeia
Metaphor

Correct answer: Personification

Giving the thunder the human qualities of grumbling and feeling anger is personification.

Question 67: What is the correct possessive form for 'the book belonging to James'?

James's book (Correct answer)
Jamess book
James' book
James book's

Correct answer: James's book

Modern style guides accept 'James's' for singular proper nouns ending in -s.

Question 68: In the sentence, "The detective's perspicacity was unmatched, allowing her to solve the case swiftly," what does "perspicacity" most likely mean?

Sharpness or insight (Correct answer)
Carelessness
Clumsiness
Indecisiveness

Correct answer: Sharpness or insight

The sentence states that the detective's 'perspicacity was unmatched, allowing her to solve the case swiftly.' The ability to solve a complex case quickly and effectively implies a keen intellect, sharp understanding, and insightful perception. Therefore, 'sharpness or insight' is the most fitting definition for 'perspicacity' in this context, as it directly relates to the detective's problem-solving ability.

Question 69: "Break a leg!" said before a performance is an example of which figurative language device?

Idiom (Correct answer)
Hyperbole
Metaphor
Personification

Correct answer: Idiom

An idiom is a phrase whose overall meaning differs from the literal meaning of its individual words; 'break a leg' means 'good luck,' not a literal broken leg.

Question 70: Which of the following best defines an oxymoron?

Two contradictory or opposite terms placed together (Correct answer)
An exaggeration used for humorous or dramatic effect
A reference to a famous historical event
Repetition of consonant sounds at the start of words

Correct answer: Two contradictory or opposite terms placed together

An oxymoron combines two contradictory terms to create a striking effect, such as 'deafening silence' or 'bittersweet.'

Question 71: In an argument, what does 'conceding a point' mean?

Repeating your main claim
Ignoring the counterargument entirely
Adding more evidence to your argument
Acknowledging that part of the opposing view has merit (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Acknowledging that part of the opposing view has merit

Conceding a point means acknowledging that the opposing argument has some validity before presenting your stronger counterpoint.

Question 72: Which rhetorical appeal relies on the credibility and trustworthiness of the speaker or writer?

Logos
Kairos
Ethos (Correct answer)
Pathos

Correct answer: Ethos

Ethos is an appeal to ethics or credibility, persuading audiences by establishing the author's authority.

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