Exam 27: Health Disparities and Racial Diversity in America

Directions: Use your knowledge of the reading-writing process to answer these questions about the following passage. ​ "Social media is not an easy concept to define. Like a cloud, the more closely one looks at it, the foggier it becomes. The word social has to do with human interaction, and the word media means 'systems of communication.' Together, they seem easy enough to understand as 'human systems of communications.' But social media is most often used for electronic communications on the Internet. Usually that consists of posting text messages, photos, and maybe short videos online for friends. People use it to stay in touch with friends. People also use social media as a form of self-expression. A person who is having a bad day can mention it online, and friends can sympathize . Or when something great happens, a person can post it, and friends can help celebrate. In addition, as Lee Rainie of the Pew Research Center says, 'If it's set up right, it's a rich environment of lots of learning and sharing of important material.' In the end, the best definition of social media may be 'a special form of conversation.'" ​ What is the tone of the author?

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, and the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. Each of the discounted items ______ displayed in the shop window yesterday. ​

Directions: Use your knowledge of the reading-writing process to answer these questions about the following passage adapted from Hales, An Invitation to Health: Choosing to Change , Brief, 7^th ed., 2012, p. 8. ​ ​ Health Disparities Despite great improvements in the overall health of the nation, Americans who are members of racial and ethnic groups-including black or African Americas, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, Hispanics, Latinos, and Pacific Islanders-are more likely than whites to suffer poor health and die prematurely. There is a longevity gap between white and black women and between white and black men. Many factors, including genetic variations, environmental influences, and specific health behaviors, contribute to these disparities . We live in the most diverse nation on Earth, one that is becoming increasingly diverse. For society, this variety can be both enriching and divisive. Tolerance and acceptance of others have always been part of the American creed. By working together, Americans have created a country that remains, to those outside our borders, a symbol of opportunity. This racial diversity also means varying susceptibility to disease. However , in defining race as a risk factor for certain health conditions, classifications such as "black" or "Hispanic" may be overly broad. Among Hispanics, for instance, Puerto Ricans suffer disproportionately from asthma, HIV/AIDS, and high infant mortality, while Mexican Americans have higher rates for diabetes. If, like many Americans, you come from a racially mixed background, your health profile may be complex. The tone of the closing sentence suggests that the author ​

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ Which of the following transitions can be used to clarify an idea?

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, and the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. Active of Passive Voice? The cookies were passed to all the hungry guests. ​

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ In a table diagram, supporting points are not included.

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ Choose the sentence below that is not a fragment:

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ Air bags in the 2008 sedan are defective. __________, owners have been asked to return to the dealership to get new bags installed.

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, and the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. Identify the error: Elizabeth called me, even though she knows I be working late all week. ​

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, and the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ ____ students have to organize a fundraiser for the computer lab.

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, and the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. Quotation marks can show that a word is being used sarcastically. ​

Directions: Use your knowledge of the reading-writing process to answer these questions about the following passage . "To look at my roommate and me, you'd think we have nothing in common. First of all, we look like complete opposites. Janice is tall, with long blonde hair and blue eyes, while I'm short, with black curly hair and brown eyes. Janice loves wearing her basketball T-shirt from her Indiana State Championship team. I prefer dressing in my cross-country gear. We're also from completely different places. I'm a city girl, born and raised on the south side of Chicago, right in the heart of Barack Obama country. Janice grew up on a farm in a sea of corn, near South Bend, Indiana. So why do Janice and I get along so well? Some might think it is our interest in sports, but that's only part of it. When we first moved in together, I turned on some hip-hop, and Janice started popping and locking. She was good! So I showed her some of my moves, and even tried the techno music she likes. Before you know it, we came to be the best of friends, going to parties and dances together and having a blast." ​ To what basic essay category does the reading passage belong? ​

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ A T-Chart that lists strengths and weaknesses of a topic is useful when

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: Drop by the study group if _________ interested in extra help.

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, and the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. A comma can be used in place of a period in a sentence. ​

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. Which is the correct MLA format for a book in the Source list?

Directions: Use your knowledge of the reading-writing process to answer these questions about the following passage adapted from Hales, An Invitation to Health: Choosing to Change , Brief, 7^th ed., 2012, p. 8. ​ ​ Health Disparities Despite great improvements in the overall health of the nation, Americans who are members of racial and ethnic groups-including black or African Americas, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, Hispanics, Latinos, and Pacific Islanders-are more likely than whites to suffer poor health and die prematurely. There is a longevity gap between white and black women and between white and black men. Many factors, including genetic variations, environmental influences, and specific health behaviors, contribute to these disparities . We live in the most diverse nation on Earth, one that is becoming increasingly diverse. For society, this variety can be both enriching and divisive. Tolerance and acceptance of others have always been part of the American creed. By working together, Americans have created a country that remains, to those outside our borders, a symbol of opportunity. This racial diversity also means varying susceptibility to disease. However , in defining race as a risk factor for certain health conditions, classifications such as "black" or "Hispanic" may be overly broad. Among Hispanics, for instance, Puerto Ricans suffer disproportionately from asthma, HIV/AIDS, and high infant mortality, while Mexican Americans have higher rates for diabetes. If, like many Americans, you come from a racially mixed background, your health profile may be complex. What is the tone of the author?

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ Which of the following is not an annotating activity?

Directions: Use your knowledge of reading, writing, the conventions of grammar to answer the following questions. ​ Choose the correct format: _________ people evacuated the building during the fire drill.

Directions: Use your knowledge of the reading-writing process to answer these questions about the following passage. ​ "Social media is not an easy concept to define. Like a cloud, the more closely one looks at it, the foggier it becomes. The word social has to do with human interaction, and the word media means 'systems of communication.' Together, they seem easy enough to understand as 'human systems of communications.' But social media is most often used for electronic communications on the Internet. Usually that consists of posting text messages, photos, and maybe short videos online for friends. People use it to stay in touch with friends. People also use social media as a form of self-expression. A person who is having a bad day can mention it online, and friends can sympathize . Or when something great happens, a person can post it, and friends can help celebrate. In addition, as Lee Rainie of the Pew Research Center says, 'If it's set up right, it's a rich environment of lots of learning and sharing of important material.' In the end, the best definition of social media may be 'a special form of conversation.'" ​ What types of supporting details are used to show how people use social media?