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5. The writer wants to add information to reinforce
question 2 (“These homes often feature the point introduced in sentences 9 and 10.
extremely efficient use of space and have Which of the following would best accomplish
compact essentials like smaller appliances.”), that goal?
the writer wants to revise sentence 6 a. Questioning the importance of the needs
(reproduced below) to provide transition from outlined in those sentences
the second to the third paragraph. b. Adding to the list of items that may come up
There are numerous advantages to this small as last-minute needs
home movement, but there are some c. Balancing convenience and larger
drawbacks too. considerations like environmental impact
Which of the following versions of sentence 6 d. Clarifying the time-sensitive nature of some
would best achieve this purpose? demands on life
e. Using more substantive examples of the
a. (as it is now)
b. There are numerous advantages to this benefits of storing items for later use
small home movement, but there are many 6. To provide a connection back to the
drawbacks to it as well. introduction and the essay’s thesis, the writer
c. There are numerous advantages to this wants to develop the conclusion by adding a
movement, but there are some drawbacks sentence. Which of the following would best
to small houses too. accomplish this goal?
d. While these advantages may seem obvious, a. One effect would be a more intentional
there may be unanticipated drawbacks approach to the accumulation of belongings
as well. and to daily spending habits.
e. Even though there are many advantages to b. For example, individuals in tiny homes
small houses, there are some drawbacks too. would regret the sacrifices they would
4. To strengthen the point made in sentences 7–8, have to make.
the writer wants to make the paragraph more c. From a modern perspective, having fewer
persuasive. Which of the following rhetorical belongings would make a person stand
choices would best achieve this purpose? out from the crowd.
d. However, most people would adapt easily
a. Adding a comparison between how space
in a standard sized home may be used to whatever lifestyle changes they would
versus a tiny home when conflict arises need to make.
b. Providing anecdotal information from e. Moving into a tiny home would be nearly
people who have lived in a tiny house and impossible for families with more than two
practice effective communication skills to children.
defuse conflict
c. Suggesting alternate spaces beyond the
home to seek distance for a period of time
sufficient to allow tempers to subside
d. Imparting information about the optimum
space necessary for each occupant — for
example suggesting square footage for a
family of four versus a couple
e. Including a floor plan for a typical tiny home
to illustrate the obstacles to gaining distance
and privacy
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