Research Workshop: Writing an Argumentative Essay — Cumulative exam
Question 15 • ALT ENG 11 S2 Common Core ELA 11 2014 - ELA3011 B-CR
Read the excerpt from part 5 of Zeitoun.For many of his clients, it took time for the insurance money to come through, for the FEMA money to appear, for any number of complications to work themselves out. But now things are moving. The city is rising again. Since Hurricane Katrina, Zeitoun A. Painting Contractor LLC has restored 114 houses to their former states, or improved versions thereof.What is the meaning of the excerpt?
Answer
A
Zeitoun’s business serves underprivileged home owners.
B
Zeitoun’s business was stalled by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.
C
Zeitoun’s business has won accolades for its rebuilding efforts.
D
Zeitoun’s business is thriving with the rebuilding of New Orleans.
Explanation
The excerpt says that insurance and FEMA payments took time, but that “things are moving” and the company has restored 114 houses. This shows Zeitoun’s business is active and succeeding as New Orleans rebuilds, so the best answer is that it is thriving with the rebuilding of the city.
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