Revenge Geek Quiz Parallel Construction and Argument Relevance

If a boss wanted to marginalize her rivals on the job, how might she do it?

• By giving them more responsibilities.

• By excluding them from important meetings.

• By offering them promotions.

• By providing them with additional training.

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In which of the following circumstances could someone be accused of bigotry?

• Supporting equal rights for all.

• Making assumptions based on stereotypes.

• Encouraging open dialogue among diverse groups.

• Promoting cultural exchange programs.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

According to "Revenge of the Geeks," which of the following characteristics benefit geeks later in life? Choose two options.

• They all have traits that made them unpopular in high school but led to success as adults.

• psychologists

• Gamers know how to problem-solve and collaborate.

• Intelligence and technological understanding

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does using Taylor Swift add relevance to the author's argument?

• by using a current reference most people know

• by avoiding any mention of popular culture

• by discussing an obscure artist with no relevance

• by referencing a historical event that few remember

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

It is not important to prepare for a counterargument in a debate or argument.

• True

• False