In paragraph 2, what does the phrase “a beautiful potpourri of differences” indicate about the author’s point of view?
I Like the Bus

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Jarhonda Carlisle
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The author believes traveling is miserable.
The author believes everyone has different opinions.
The author believes bus travel is superior to train travel.
The author believes her attitude toward travel is correct.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Part A
Read the sentence from paragraph 6. . . . there is something about travel as a process that a wheelsup, wheelsdown airplane ride dilutes somewhat. What does the word dilutes mean as it is used in the sentence?
appeases
devalues
enhances
stresses
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which quotation from paragraph 6 supports the answer to Part A?
“I don’t want to be all ‘modern conveniences have alienated us from the process of living’ about it, . . .”
“We can’t teleport, not yet, . . .”
“. . . a plane is the closest the average plebe is going to get right now.”
“. . . move from one place to another much faster than you’d otherwise be able to.”
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In paragraph 6, the author says that “a plane is the closest the average plebe is going to get” to teleporting. What does the word plebe mean as it is used in the sentence?
location
pace
person
vehicle
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the comparison in paragraph 8 reveal about the author?
It shows the author believes riding a bus is efficient.
It shows the author believes riding a bus is economical
It shows the author believes slowing down is beneficial.
It shows the author believes natural resources are necessary.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does paragraph 10 contribute to the development of a central idea?
It shows the author’s belief in folklore.
It shows the author’s appreciation for relaxation.
It shows the author’s use of the Internet while traveling.
It shows the author’s concern about being trapped in a vehicle.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In paragraph 11, how does the author acknowledge and respond to a conflicting viewpoint?
by providing the details of train travel
by explaining the benefits of plane travel
by sharing that some people would not enjoy bus travel
by describing the negatives of eating snacks while traveling
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