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Passage 1 (adapted excerpt)
A writer argues that social media has transformed
communication, making it faster but less meaningful. She
suggests that while people are “more connected than ever,”
they are also “less understood than ever.”
1. The author’s primary claim is that social media has:
A. improved education globally
B. reduced the need for writing skills
C. increased connection but decreased understanding
D. eliminated traditional communication
Answer: C
The passage contrasts increased connectivity with decreased
depth of understanding.
,2. The phrase “more connected than ever” primarily serves
to:
A. support the author’s claim ironically
B. disprove the argument
C. introduce a counterclaim the author accepts partially
D. describe historical communication
Answer: A
It sets up irony because increased connection is later
criticized.
3. The tone of the passage is best described as:
A. celebratory
B. critical
C. humorous
D. neutral
Answer: B
The author critiques social media’s impact.
4. The structure of the passage is primarily:
A. chronological
B. comparison and contrast
C. problem and solution
D. cause and effect only
Answer: B
It contrasts connection vs understanding.
,5. The word “transformed” implies:
A. unchanged condition
B. minor adjustment
C. significant change
D. temporary effect
Answer: C
“Transformed” indicates major change.
6. The author’s use of quotation marks around phrases
suggests:
A. sarcasm or skepticism
B. formal citation
C. grammatical error
D. direct speech only
Answer: A
Quotations signal irony or skepticism.
7. The passage mainly appeals to:
A. logos only
B. ethos only
C. pathos only
D. a combination of logos and pathos
Answer: D
It uses reasoning and emotional concern.
8. Which sentence best summarizes the passage?
, A. Social media improves communication efficiency.
B. Social media harms all communication.
C. Social media increases connection but reduces meaningful
understanding.
D. Social media replaces traditional communication.
Answer: C
Direct summary of argument.
9. The author’s viewpoint is best described as:
A. optimistic
B. cautious
C. indifferent
D. enthusiastic
Answer: B
Balanced concern, not extreme.
10. The word “less understood” suggests:
A. improved empathy
B. reduced depth of comprehension
C. better education
D. increased literacy
Answer: B
Indicates weaker understanding between people.
Passage 2 (rhetorical speech excerpt)
Composition Practice Exam
Questions And Correct
Answers (Verified Answers)
Plus Rationales 2025/2026
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Passage 1 (adapted excerpt)
A writer argues that social media has transformed
communication, making it faster but less meaningful. She
suggests that while people are “more connected than ever,”
they are also “less understood than ever.”
1. The author’s primary claim is that social media has:
A. improved education globally
B. reduced the need for writing skills
C. increased connection but decreased understanding
D. eliminated traditional communication
Answer: C
The passage contrasts increased connectivity with decreased
depth of understanding.
,2. The phrase “more connected than ever” primarily serves
to:
A. support the author’s claim ironically
B. disprove the argument
C. introduce a counterclaim the author accepts partially
D. describe historical communication
Answer: A
It sets up irony because increased connection is later
criticized.
3. The tone of the passage is best described as:
A. celebratory
B. critical
C. humorous
D. neutral
Answer: B
The author critiques social media’s impact.
4. The structure of the passage is primarily:
A. chronological
B. comparison and contrast
C. problem and solution
D. cause and effect only
Answer: B
It contrasts connection vs understanding.
,5. The word “transformed” implies:
A. unchanged condition
B. minor adjustment
C. significant change
D. temporary effect
Answer: C
“Transformed” indicates major change.
6. The author’s use of quotation marks around phrases
suggests:
A. sarcasm or skepticism
B. formal citation
C. grammatical error
D. direct speech only
Answer: A
Quotations signal irony or skepticism.
7. The passage mainly appeals to:
A. logos only
B. ethos only
C. pathos only
D. a combination of logos and pathos
Answer: D
It uses reasoning and emotional concern.
8. Which sentence best summarizes the passage?
, A. Social media improves communication efficiency.
B. Social media harms all communication.
C. Social media increases connection but reduces meaningful
understanding.
D. Social media replaces traditional communication.
Answer: C
Direct summary of argument.
9. The author’s viewpoint is best described as:
A. optimistic
B. cautious
C. indifferent
D. enthusiastic
Answer: B
Balanced concern, not extreme.
10. The word “less understood” suggests:
A. improved empathy
B. reduced depth of comprehension
C. better education
D. increased literacy
Answer: B
Indicates weaker understanding between people.
Passage 2 (rhetorical speech excerpt)
