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Read this source of information.(1) American youth have school commitments and extracurricular activities. (2) Many also enjoy leisure activities, such as reading and playing video games. (3) The US Department of Agriculture recommends that young people ages 6–17 should engage in 60 minutes of physical activity each day. (4) The specific amount of activity needed for a healthy lifestyle depends on daily caloric intake.

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Which image is the best choice for persuading young adults to wear bicycle helmets?

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A page with four sketches of a bike helmet.
Option A
B
A page with four sketches of a bike helmet.
Option B
C
Graphics of bike riding necessities such as a bike, water bottle, helmet, gloves and eyewear.
Option C
D
A young couple riding bikes.
Option D
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Consider this image.

Question illustration
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an informative presentation about how to read food labels
B
a persuasive presentation about the importance of healthy food choices
C
a persuasive presentation about the superiority of organic food
D
an informative presentation about the US Food and Drug Administration
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Which statement best describes the role of body language in a presentation?

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Body language allows a presenter to pace in front of the audience to release tension.
B
Body language allows a presenter to slouch casually at the podium to establish a rapport with the audience.
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Body language allows a presenter to gesture with zeal to entertain and amuse the audience.
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Body language allows a presenter to interact with visuals and convey enthusiasm for the topic.
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Which sentence provides the best hook for a presentation about energy conservation?

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Every American household should strive to reduce energy consumption.
B
Would you be willing to flip a switch to preserve energy for future generations?
C
Turn off lights, unplug toasters, and power down electronics before leaving.
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Do you know who is often credited with the invention of the light bulb?
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Which statements describe effective formatting of visual aids? Check all that apply.

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The text uses every available font.
B
The text is legible and easy to read.
C
The headings and bulleted lists organize information.
D
The images serve as humorous, irrelevant distractions.
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The most important information is displayed visually.
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Consider this image.

Question illustration
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an informative presentation about the rules of chess
B
a persuasive presentation about joining chess club
C
an informative presentation about the history of chess
D
a persuasive presentation about the world’s best chess player
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Consider this image.

Question illustration
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Here is a pile of trash washing up on a beach; it is an unattractive sight.
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Billions of pounds of plastic trash litter the world’s oceans and beaches.
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When people travel to the beach for vacation, they often encounter trash.
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Trash consists of many plastic items, including plastic milk and water bottles.
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Consider this image.

Question illustration
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as an informative tool outlining the timeline for voting in a class election
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as a persuasive device encouraging students to vote in a school election
C
as an informative tool comparing the candidates in a school election
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as a persuasive device demanding students research the issues in an election
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Consider this image.

Question illustration
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This man is texting while driving and may not see obstacles in his path.
B
Many states have passed laws that prohibit texting and driving.
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Distractions are dangerous; don’t text and drive.
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It is time for you to stop and think!

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