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Read the excerpt from Martin Luther King Jr.’s "The American Dream” speech.America is essentially a dream, a dream as yet unfulfilled. Now read the excerpt from Governor George Wallace's inaugural address.Freedom was won at a hard price, and if it requires a hard price to keep it . . . we are able . . . and quite willing to pay it.

A
The first states that the American dream of women’s voting rights has yet to be achieved, while the second states that American women have already paid the price for this right.
B
The first states that freedom was difficult to achieve, while the second states that Americans dream about freedom but are unwilling to pay the price to achieve it.
C
The first states that the American dream of freedom and equality has yet to be realized, while the second states that freedom and equality have already been achieved.
D
The first states that dreams are rarely fulfilled in America, while the second states that all people who work hard can achieve their dreams in America.
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How does Martin Luther King Jr. support his claim that racial segregation is discriminatory and unjust?

A
He refers to the idea that all men, women, and children are united in a universal brotherhood.
B
He uses facts to prove that racial segregation is occurring only in Southern states.
C
He shares his personal belief that the pursuit of happiness is left up to each individual.
D
He quotes from the Declaration of Independence that all men are created equal.
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Read the excerpt from Martin Luther King Jr.’s "The American Dream” speech."We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.”Now read the excerpt from Governor George Wallace's inaugural address.We invite the [Black] citizens of Alabama to work with us from his separate racial station . . . as we will work with him . . . to develop, to grow in individual freedom and enrichment.

A
the first suggests that life, liberty, and happiness are basic rights, while the second suggests that freedom is the only basic right.
B
the first suggests that all are born with equal rights, while the second suggests that certain citizens need to be separated in order to become equal.
C
the second suggests that Black citizens enjoy working with White citizens, while the first suggests that Black citizens cannot work with White citizens.
D
the second suggests that it is a racial group’s own responsibility to improve itself, while the first suggests that this idea is a proven fact.
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What is used to support an opposing argument?

A
details
B
counterclaims
C
thesis statements
D
relevant facts
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Read Goverrnor George Wallace’s statement.and I say . . . segregation now . . . segregation tomorrow . . . segregation forever.

A
a counterclaim that disproves facts
B
a quotation from a historical figure
C
an appeal to emotion
D
the use of repetition
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claimscounterclaimsrhetorical appealssupporting evidence

A
claims
B
counterclaims
C
rhetorical appeals
D
supporting evidence
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An author uses conflicting evidence in an argument to

A
show emotion.
B
use logical reasoning.
C
emphasize repetition.
D
disprove counterclaims.
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Read the passage.Teens Deserve Access to Public SpacesTeenagers often get an unfair reputation for causing trouble when they gather in public places like parks, malls, or downtown areas. However, teens have just as much right to exist in public spaces as anyone else. They should be allowed to hang out with friends away from home without being treated like criminals. Banning teens from these spaces is ageist and discriminatory. Some may argue that teens are more likely to engage in rowdy, destructive, or illegal behavior in public that disturbs others. While that concern is understandable, statistics show it is largely unfounded. According to data from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, only 5% of teens accounted for half of all juvenile crimes in 2020. The vast majority of teens were not involved in any criminal behavior. Additionally, a study by the Bridgespan Group found that 90% of loitering incidents involving teens were non-violent with no property damage. With reasonable rules and supervision, teens can use public spaces respectfully. Pushing them out just forces them to find more isolated, unsafe areas to socialize. Communities should make an effort to accommodate and integrate teens, not shut them out.

A
The writer notes the opposing viewpoint and then provides statistics to refute it.
B
The writer uses accusatory language like “ageist” and “discriminatory.”
C
The writer gives examples of teens behaving respectfully in public.
D
The writer includes quotations from teenages to refute the opposing viewpoint.
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Read the excerpt from Martin Luther King Jr.’s "The American Dream” speech.We must come to see that no individual can live alone: no nation can live alone.

A
we invite you to come and be with us
B
each separate political station making its contribution to our lives
C
you are Southerners too and brothers with us in our fight
D
we, together, can give courageous leadership to millions of people

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