Writing An Argumentative About Fire Prevention Answers – Flashcards

Forests are more than just a pretty addition to the landscape. Forests help the environment by soaking up carbon dioxide, conserving soil, and preventing flooding. Forests help people by providing a place to live and by providing jobs. Over 300 million people worldwide live in forests, and over 1.6 billion people depend on forests for their jobs. Which sentence provides the best conclusion to the paragraph?

During the revision process, the writer should add to clearly signal the relationship between the writer's ideas.

While the idea of exploring space is indeed inspiring, critics argue that it's not financially responsible. They say there are more important things to focus on here on Earth, such as helping people to find jobs and improving their quality of life. Now read the rebuttal. With all the problems facing people today, it is understandable that some critics might think that exploring space is foolish and wasteful. But the space industry creates jobs and stimulates the economy. Luca wants to add one more sentence to the end of the rebuttal so he can fully address the counterclaim. Which would be the best addition to rebuttal?

People need to think about water usage because they waste water without even realizing it. Between 5-10 percent of homes have water leaks. Those leaks add up to 90 million gallons of lost water every day! What should Giovanna add to the paragraph that would make it a complete argument?

Music is an important element of a student's education. One study says that schools with music programs had graduation rates of about ninety-three percent. In schools without music programs, the graduation rate dropped to around seventy-two percent. Which sentence most effectively completes the paragraph?

Critics are correct in saying that the weather moves in cycles. However, that doesn't mean that the current drought isn't real. By the end of October 2012, sixty percent of the US was experiencing a drought. Granted, that was a four percent decrease from the drought totals in September. Which sentence in the rebuttal provides evidence that defends against the counterclaim?

Which statement best describes a counterclaim?

A is a stated idea or opinion that not everyone believes is true.

Volunteering is a good way to gain skills and work experience. In a recent study, seventy-three percent of employers said they'd hire someone who'd volunteered. Among employees who had volunteered, ninety-four percent said that they'd seen benefits at work. Students looking to improve their resumes should consider volunteering. Which is the best way to revise the final sentence?

During the revision process, which transitions can be added to sentences to show differences between ideas? Check all that apply.