For what purpose do professional artists and writers create portfolios?
to share with friends and family members
to challenge other professionals in their field
to highlight their skills and strengths
to keep a private record of their work

Answer:

Which features appear in the most successful informative essays? (Select all correct answers.)
an engaging introduction
statements of opinion
plenty of supporting details
words with strong connotations

Which two modes of writing should include a claim statement that is supported by the rest of the piece?
persuasive
creative
analytical
informative

Which phrase best describes a portfolio, regardless of the the context in which the word is used?
a text that represents quality
a collection of good examples
an explanation of a project
a reason to hire someone

Which sentence best describes low comedy?
It relies on physical antics and silly jokes.
It often includes allusions to historical events.
It places stereotypes at the center of jokes
It makes you think about important issues.

Based on your preview of the text’s features below, what do you predict it will be about? Explain how you made this prediction.
Title:
Fearless in Fur,Fins, and Feathers: The Story of Animals in the Armed Forces

pigeon transport
courtesy of Photos
of the Great War project.