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Which best describes the appeals the writer uses in this paragraph?

A
The claim challenges readers to examine other viable alternatives.
B
The writer’s credibility is supported by citing an expert opinion.
C
The common sense used to form the argument engages the audience.
D
Pathos inspires readers to consider their own apathy in the face of oppression.
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The chapter is separated into two sections. Which statement best explains the structural connection between the two sections?

A
The first section establishes pesticide toxicity; then, the second section analyzes problematic factors with its use.
B
The argument begins by comparing pesticides to radiation and builds on this comparison to criticize farmers for using them.
C
The first section focuses on establishing ethos while the second section moves on to appeal to logos and pathos.
D
The sections are organized chronologically, reflecting the way humans have sped up the clock on Earth’s demise.
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How does the author respond to the counterargument, "the enormous and expanding use of pesticides is necessary to maintain farm production”? Check all that apply.She states that overproduction, not maintaining production is the problem.She includes facts and statistics as evidence in support of her rebuttal.She plays on the audience’s fear of food shortage to elicit an emotional response.She concedes that, in some states, farms need help battling insect attacks.She quotes a relevant, expert source on the topic.

A
She states that overproduction, not maintaining production is the problem.
B
She includes facts and statistics as evidence in support of her rebuttal.
C
She plays on the audience’s fear of food shortage to elicit an emotional response.
D
She concedes that, in some states, farms need help battling insect attacks.
E
She quotes a relevant, expert source on the topic.
5

In the first paragraph, the writer quotes an expert to .

A
establish her authority
B
appeal to logic
C
elicit strong emotions
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Read the excerpt. How does the author structure these paragraphs?

A
Using repetition to emphasize the key points of her argument
B
Using transitional words to establish causality of events
C
Sharing several “qualifiers” to clarify the scope of the argument
D
Presenting the most convincing evidence in support of the central claim

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