Angela Lock
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the passage, what is one reason sidewalks can become dangerous without bike lanes?
Pedestrians might walk in the bike lane by mistake.
Cyclists may be forced to ride on them, creating a risk for people walking.
They are not wide enough for both cyclists and pedestrians.
Cars might park on the sidewalk, blocking the way.
Answer explanation
The passage states that without a bike lane, cyclists might have to 'use sidewalks, which can be dangerous for pedestrians.' This directly supports the correct answer.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the author's main claim in this passage?
Biking is the best form of exercise for people living in cities.
Adding more bike lanes is an effective way to improve a community's safety, health, and environment.
The main purpose of bike lanes is to reduce the number of cars on the road.
Building bike lanes is a simple project that does not cause any problems.
Answer explanation
This answer summarizes the thesis statement found at the end of the first section: 'Adding more bike lanes is one of the best ways to make our communities safer for everyone, healthier for our bodies, and cleaner for our planet.' The other options are either supporting details or are not stated in the text.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of the section that discusses a concern about bike lanes taking up space?
To agree that bike lanes are a bad idea because they reduce parking.
To introduce a new argument against building bike lanes.
To show that the author has considered an opposing viewpoint before strengthening their own argument.
To suggest that cities should build wider roads before adding bike lanes.
Answer explanation
This part of the passage introduces a potential counterargument ('Some people might worry...') and then explains why the author believes the benefits are greater. This is a common technique in argumentative writing to make the author's position seem more reasonable and well-thought-out.
4.
CATEGORIZE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Read the following phrases from the passage. Categorize each one as either a 'Claim' made by the author or a piece of 'Evidence' used to support a claim.
Groups:
(a) Author's Claim
,
(b) Supporting Evidence
Cities have seen a decrease in injuries.
Biking provides more daily exercise.
Bike lanes encourage a healthier lifestyle.
Every bike trip replaces a car trip.
The most important benefit of bike lanes is safety.
Bike lanes make communities cleaner for our planet.
Answer explanation
A 'Claim' is a statement of belief or an argument the author is making (e.g., bike lanes improve safety). 'Evidence' is a fact or example used to prove that claim (e.g., a decrease in injuries is evidence that they improve safety).
5.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Match each part of the author's argument to its description from the passage.
Reducing accidents by separating cyclists from cars.
Health/Environmental Benefit
Increasing exercise and cutting down on air pollution.
Safety Benefit
The concern that lanes take up valuable road space.
Main Claim
The overall idea that bike lanes make communities better.
Counterargument
Answer explanation
The passage is structured with a main claim (bike lanes are good), which is then supported by sections on specific benefits (safety, health/environment). It also addresses a counterargument (loss of space) to strengthen its position.
6.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Analyze how the author organizes the passage to build their argument that communities should add more bike lanes. How does this structure help convince the reader? Use specific examples from the text to support your answer.
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