Which of the following is the main purpose of a newspaper editorial written in support of education reform?

A. To persuade readers

B. To explain something

C. To express feelings or ideas

D. To entertain readers

Answer Explanation:

Editorials often aim to convince readers of a particular viewpoint or course of action, in this case, advocating for education reform.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.

Q #1: In 1943, the war in the Pacific raged on. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt went to rally the troops' spirits, despite the disapproval of military command. Roosevelt planned a grueling itinerary. She visited several islands and hundreds of wounded in her first 6 days. The indefatigable First Lady inspected Navy hospitals, delivered a speech, attended receptions, and visited convalescing officers, all within 12 hours of her arrival. She lifted spirits among the wounded and morale among the troops. She continued her exhausting tour for a month, speaking to every patient in troop hospitals and taking down addresses to contact family members. Roosevelt traveled non-stop, risked her life, and greeted the last patient she saw with the same heartfelt sincerity as the first. Which of the following publications would have a different point of view of Eleanor Roosevelt compared to the author's point of view?

A. A historical Japanese military document outlining how to damage enemy morale

B. A personal memoir from an injured naval officer who fought in the Pacific theater

C. A newspaper clipping from The Honolulu Star-Bulletin in 1944

D. A brochure about women's contributions to the US. war effort

Answer Explanation

Given the context of World War II and the Pacific theater, a Japanese military document would likely present Eleanor Roosevelt and her activities in a different light, potentially portraying her efforts as detrimental to the Japanese war effort rather than morale-boosting for American troops.
Q #2: Peanut Butter Cookies Grandma Harry           30 minutes       Cookies/Desserts         Makes 1 dozen 1 egg white 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup peanut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup flour Beat egg white until foamy. Stir in sugar, beat again until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in peanut butter and vanilla. Add flour in small increments until dough forms. Chill dough for at least 2 hours. Roll into balls, roll in sugar, press down with a fork, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on cookie sheet. These are very fragile. Which of the following statements is true?

A. The egg white and vanilla are beaten together in a bowl.

B. Each ball of dough must be pressed down with a fork before baking

C. After adding flour, the cookies are baked for 10 to 12 minutes.

D. When beating the eggs and sugar, you shouldn't stop until soft peaks form.

Answer Explanation

This is indicated in the recipe's instructions: "Roll into balls, roll in sugar, press down with a fork, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes."
Q #3: What is all this talk of cicadas lately in the United States? You might be wondering why the media has featured it, but in fact, the discussion about cicadas has emerged about as predictably as the cicadas themselves from their underground refuge. Let's get oriented with some background on cicadas. What is a cicada? A typical definition will at least tell you that the cicada is a large, loud insect with long transparent wings, mostly found in warm countries. A more detailed response might also inform you that cicadas have short antennae and wide-set eyes that jut out, with delicate, translucent wings and that not only is the cicada loud, but few creatures make a louder sound. In fact, it is male cicadas that are the noisy ones, to the tune of 80 to 100 decibels, which is like the roar of a loud engine. This is because male cicadas make a strident, high buzzing by vibrating two membranes on its abdomen called tymbals, effectively turning its body into a kind of echo chamber or drum, Female cicadas cannot replicate the buzzing, though they respond with a clicking sound when they are ready to mate. Although there are several species of cicada, mating typically takes place in trees whereafter the female deposits the eggs into the bark. Wher the eggs hatch, the larval cicadas, called nymphs, drop to the ground and burrow. They then live as nymphs for most of their lives over 6 feet underground, with both male and female cicadas dying within weeks of their emergence from the soil. This is particularly true for North American cicadas, especially the Magicicodo, or periodical cicadas, which regularly emerge in intervals of 13 or 17 years, depending on the species and the location. This is why talk of cicadas in the media is as predictable as their emergence in the US. Which of the following words does the author use to express a derogatory tone?

A. Noisy

B. Roar

C. Delicate

D. Predictable

Answer Explanation

This term is used in a negative context to describe the male cicadas' loud buzzing, suggesting a critical or disapproving attitude towards this aspect of cicadas.

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