Question 1. Read these lines from the Chapter 1 excerpt and answer the question that follows:


These resolutions, demanding in effect that slavery be thus safeguarded—almost to the extent of introducing it into the free states—really foreshadowed the Democratic platform of 1860 which led to the great split in that party, the victory of the Republicans under Lincoln, the subsequent secession of the more radical southern states, and finally the Civil War, for it was inevitable that the North, when once aroused, would bitterly resent such pro-slavery demands.


Which of the following best summarizes the message of these lines?

AThe radical southern states instigated the Civil War.

BThe North expected and demanded Civil War.

CDiffering opinions on slavery contributed to the Civil War.

DDisputes between political parties had little effect on the Civil War.

Question 2.

Which question would help improve the development of ideas in an essay?

AAre the sentences varied to maintain interest?

BCan language be made more concise?

CDo details support each main point?

DIs the organization clear and appropriate to the task?

Question 3

Read the sentence below and answer the following question:


If we set the boat on fire, there's a chance someone may see us before the boat sinks.


Which answer correctly summarizes the meaning of this sentence?

AIt is ironic that destroying the thing keeping them afloat may save them.

BIt is sarcasm that really suggests not setting the boat on fire.

CIt is satire related to an entirely different set of circumstances.

DIt is understated despair for the serious situation.