The Cost of Survival Quiz

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9th Grade
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Ahmet Dincel
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of writing is the selection an example of?
Narrative
Descriptive
Argumentative
Expository
Answer explanation
The selection is an example of argumentative writing because it presents a claim or a position on a particular topic and provides evidence or reasons to support that claim. Unlike narrative, descriptive, or expository writing, argumentative writing aims to persuade the reader to accept a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the writer's position in the text?
People in life-or-death situations should be held accountable for their actions.
Rescue missions should be free of charge for adventurers.
Taxpayers should cover the cost of rescue for those who put themselves at risk.
Adventurers should be stopped from putting themselves in danger.
Answer explanation
The writer's position in the text is that taxpayers should cover the cost of rescue for those who put themselves at risk. This stance emphasizes the importance of providing support for adventurers in life-or-death situations, regardless of the risks they take. It suggests that society has a responsibility to help those in need, even if their actions led to the dangerous situation.
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
CCSS.RI.9-10.8
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What evidence does the writer provide to support their position?
The high cost of rescue missions
The number of people who needed help in national parks
The existence of laws in some states to bill hikers for rescue services
All of the above
Answer explanation
The writer provides evidence to support their position by discussing the high cost of rescue missions, the number of people who needed help in national parks, and the existence of laws in some states to bill hikers for rescue services. All of these factors contribute to the argument and highlight the importance of the issue.
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.8
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of holding people responsible for the costs of their rescue?
To discourage people from behaving in foolish and dangerous ways
To stop rescuing people in life-or-death situations
To make money from rescue operations
To punish adventurers for taking risks
Answer explanation
The purpose of holding people responsible for the costs of their rescue is to discourage them from behaving in foolish and dangerous ways. This is not about making money from rescue operations, punishing adventurers, or stopping rescues. It's about promoting safety and responsibility, and discouraging reckless behavior that can lead to dangerous situations requiring rescue.
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main argument against charging for rescue?
It delays a call for help or leads to a refusal to call for help
It puts a price on saving lives
It discourages people from taking extreme risks
It prevents rescue workers from losing their own lives
Answer explanation
The main argument against charging for rescue, as per the question, is that it may delay or even prevent people from calling for help. The fear of incurring a cost could deter individuals in distress from seeking immediate assistance, potentially leading to more severe consequences. This option was the correct choice among the provided alternatives.
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.9-10.8
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the writer suggest as a better use of taxpayers' money?
Investing in national parks
Funding rescue workers' salaries
Supporting adventurers in life-or-death situations
Other uses not mentioned in the text
Answer explanation
The question asks about the writer's suggested better use of taxpayers' money. The correct answer is 'Other uses not mentioned in the text'. This implies that the writer did not specifically suggest investing in national parks, funding rescue workers' salaries, or supporting adventurers in life-or-death situations as better uses of taxpayers' money. Instead, they suggested other uses that were not mentioned in the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the Four-Corner Debate activity?
To encourage students to take a position on a statement
To promote group discussions and presentations
To challenge students' thinking and encourage them to consider different perspectives
All of the above
Answer explanation
The purpose of the Four-Corner Debate activity is to achieve all of the mentioned goals. It encourages students to take a position on a statement, promotes group discussions and presentations, and challenges students' thinking, pushing them to consider different perspectives. This multifaceted approach helps students develop critical thinking and communication skills.
Tags
CCSS.SL.9-10.1
CCSS.SL.9-10.1D
CCSS.SL.9-10.4
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