Read this excerpt from an argumentative essay.

cell phones can be used productively in the classroom because they 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. approximately 88 percent of students surveyed said that they believe they should be able to use their phones in class.

which statement best describes the excerpt?

a) the argument is missing valid reasoning.
b) the argument is organized in a logical way.
c) the statistic presented does not support the claim.
d) the claim presented does not take a position.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.

Read this sample thesis statement and answer the question: dr. king employs allusions in his “letter to birmingham jail” to the audience make connections. based on the thesis, what is the writers purpose for the essay? a. to show how allusion can the audience create information b. to show how allusion can the audience link information c. to show how allusion can the audience produce information d. to show how allusions can the audience understand information

Read the following argument: it has been documented that therapy dogs relieve stress and provide health benefits for patients in hospitals and nursing homes. which of the following statements offers the most relevant evidence to support this argument? a. increasing pet visitation has caused interruptions to the work of nurses because they want to see the pets too. b. interaction with pets can reduce a patient's pain, lower blood pressure, and increase communication. c. pets can disrupt schedules and prevent patients from going to their program of physical therapy. d. pets in hospitals may provide entertainment, but they also may bring diseases with them.