Writing an Argument that Supports the Characteristics of a Role Model — Unit test
Question 2 • SS-English Language Arts 7
Read this paragraph from an argumentative essay.One advantage to having cell phones in the classroom is that they can allow students to collaborate on projects without disturbing other students. Instead of increasing the noise level with discussion, students can communicate silently with text messages.Select the best revision for the paragraph.
Answer
A
Change “having” to “permitting.”
B
Change “collaborate” to “work.”
C
Change “discussion” to “talking.”
D
Change “silently” to “secretly.”
Explanation
“Permitting” is a more precise, formal word than “having” in this sentence because it describes allowing cell phones in the classroom. “Collaborate” already clearly means work together, while changing “silently” to “secretly” would change the meaning: the students are communicating without noise, not necessarily hiding what they are doing.
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