16 Questions
What is the main profession of Alexandra Robbins?
Journalist
Which award was Alexandra Robbins a recipient of?
John Bartlow Martin Award
Which of the following characteristics is attributed to Alexandra Robbins' journalism?
Highly regarded
What type of work has Alexandra Robbins been praised for in her most recent book?
Investigative merit and captivating narrative
What is the purpose of using parallel structure in writing?
To emphasize similarities
In the passage, why do psychologists mention high-status cliques?
To warn about exclusionary behavior
How do geeks benefit according to the text?
Through technological knowhow
What is the contrast mentioned in the passage about conformity and innovation?
Conformity hinders innovation
What is the purpose of an argument in nonfiction writing?
To state a claim and defend it
Which of the following is NOT a quality of strong evidence according to the text?
Lengthiness
What should a credible source of evidence in an argument NOT display?
Inconsistencies
Why is it important to evaluate both reasoning and evidence in an argument?
To determine the strength and quality of the argument
What is the difference between the denotation and connotation of a word?
The denotation of a word is its literal definition, while the connotation refers to its emotional overtones.
What do the words 'pariah' and 'marginalize' have in common?
Both relate to being excluded or rejected.
How do context clues help in understanding word meanings?
Context clues can hint at a word's meaning based on the surrounding text.
What is the significance of understanding nuances in word meanings?
Understanding nuances allows for more precise communication.
Explore the process of analyzing craft and structure in nonfiction writing, focusing on reasoning and evidence. Learn how writers state claims, defend positions, and support arguments with sound reasoning and evidence like facts, data, anecdotes, and examples.
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