Informational Bellringer Quiz #8

What is the author's purpose in writing a text that provides step-by-step instructions on how to create a solar oven?

• To persuade readers to buy a solar oven.

• To inform readers about the process of making a solar oven.

• To entertain readers with stories about solar ovens.

• To argue against the use of traditional ovens.

When an author writes a text discussing the benefits and drawbacks of using electric cars, what is most likely the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to purchase an electric car.

• To inform readers about electric cars.

• To entertain readers with tales of road trips in electric cars.

• To describe the process of manufacturing electric cars.

A magazine article details the history of the internet, including its creation, evolution, and impact on society. What is the author's primary purpose?

• To persuade readers to limit their internet usage.

• To inform readers about the history of the internet.

• To entertain readers with fictional stories about the internet.

• To argue that the internet has had a negative impact on society.

In a text that examines the causes and effects of global warming, the author's purpose is most likely:

• To persuade readers to take action against global warming.

• To inform readers about global warming.

• To entertain readers with speculative fiction about future worlds affected by global warming.

• To describe the scientific methods used to study global warming.

A newsletter article explores the daily routines of successful entrepreneurs. The author's purpose is probably to:

• Persuade readers to become entrepreneurs.

• Inform readers about the habits of successful entrepreneurs.

• Entertain readers with humorous anecdotes about entrepreneurs.

• Argue that entrepreneurship is the best career path.

When summarizing a text that discusses the importance of bees in pollination, which of the following is essential to include?

• The author's opinions on beekeeping practices.

• Detailed descriptions of different types of bees.

• The key role bees play in the pollination process and its impact on the environment.

• A list of plants that are most commonly pollinated by bees.

If you were to summarize an article that outlines the steps to recycle plastics effectively, what would be crucial to include?

• The history of plastic production.

• The process of sorting and recycling plastics.

• Opinions on the effectiveness of recycling programs.

• A comparison of plastic and metal recycling.

In summarizing a text about the effects of deforestation on climate change, it is important to include:

• The author's background in environmental science.

• The consequences of deforestation on global temperatures and weather patterns.

• A detailed list of countries where deforestation is most prevalent.

• Quotes from experts on the beauty of forests.