PARCC Grade 7 ELA 4

Question 1

What is the function of a concluding statement in an argumentative essay?

Accepted Answer

To restate the argument and leave a lasting impression

Answer

A conclusion reinforces the argument and provides closure for the reader.

Question 2

In the word 'incredible,' what does the root 'cred' mean?

Accepted Answer

To believe

Answer

The root 'cred' means believe, so 'incredible' means hard to believe.

Question 3

Which sentence correctly uses a comma in a compound sentence?

Accepted Answer

I wanted to go, but I was tired.

Answer

A comma goes before the coordinating conjunction joining two independent clauses.

Question 4

How does the structure of a text affect its meaning?

Accepted Answer

It organizes ideas to influence how readers understand them

Answer

Text structure shapes how information is presented and understood.

Question 5

What is the best meaning of 'objective' as used in a news report?

Accepted Answer

Based on facts without bias

Answer

Objective writing presents facts without the writer's personal bias.

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