Author's Moves + Meaning
Many schools have begun implementing “digital detox” periods, during which students must place their phones in locked pouches for the duration of the school day. While administrators argue that this policy restores focus and reduces academic distractions, students often claim that such restrictions ignore the reality that digital tools can support collaboration and research. However, recent studies suggest that even brief notifications—regardless of relevance—interrupt cognitive processing, leading to decreased comprehension and retention.
Which statement BEST explains the author’s purpose?
A. To entertain readers with school trends
B. To argue that phones should be banned entirely
C. To present multiple perspectives while emphasizing research
D. To criticize students’ dependence on technology
C. To present multiple perspectives while emphasizing research
Solve:
3(x − 4) = 2x + 5
Answer: 17
Which rapper is known for the phrase “It’s a parade inside my city, yeah!”?
A. Lil Baby
B. Drake
C. YoungBoy Never Broke Again
D. DaBaby
C. YoungBoy Never Broke Again
Which artist dropped the album SOS?
A. Summer Walker
B. SZA
C. Jhene Aiko
D. H.E.R.
B. SZA
A triangle has legs 6 and 8. What is the hypotenuse?
Answer: 10
Many schools have begun implementing “digital detox” periods, during which students must place their phones in locked pouches for the duration of the school day. While administrators argue that this policy restores focus and reduces academic distractions, students often claim that such restrictions ignore the reality that digital tools can support collaboration and research. However, recent studies suggest that even brief notifications—regardless of relevance—interrupt cognitive processing, leading to decreased comprehension and retention.
Which TWO details BEST support the idea that the author values research over opinion?
A. “students often claim…”
B. “recent studies suggest…”
C. “administrators argue…”
D. “interrupt cognitive processing…”
B. “recent studies suggest…”
D. “interrupt cognitive processing…”
Which equation represents a line with slope 2 and y-intercept −3?
A. y = 2x − 3
B. y = -2x + 3
C. y = 2x + 3
D. y = -3x + 2
A. y = 2x − 3
Which streaming platform was created by Jay-Z and other artists to give musicians more control over their work?
A. Spotify
B. Apple Music
C. TIDAL
D. SoundCloud
C. TIDAL
Which genre of music originated in African American communities in the Mississippi Delta?
A. Blues
B. Jazz
C. Hip-Hop
D. Gospel
A. Blues
I show up late, leave early, drain your energy, and somehow still got full control over your life.
You swear you hate me… but you still check on me every 5 minutes.
What am I?
Your phone battery percentage 📉🔋😩
Many schools have begun implementing “digital detox” periods, during which students must place their phones in locked pouches for the duration of the school day. While administrators argue that this policy restores focus and reduces academic distractions, students often claim that such restrictions ignore the reality that digital tools can support collaboration and research. However, recent studies suggest that even brief notifications—regardless of relevance—interrupt cognitive processing, leading to decreased comprehension and retention.
How does the structure of the paragraph contribute to meaning?
A. It presents a problem and solution
B. It builds from opinion to evidence
C. It compares two unrelated ideas
D. It tells a chronological story
B. It builds from opinion to evidence
Which TWO are linear functions?
A. y = 3x + 2
B. y = x² − 1
C. y = −5x
D. y = 4/x
A. y = 3x + 2
C. y = −5x
Which artist became the first Black woman to headline Coachella, creating the iconic “Beychella” performance?
A. Rihanna
B. Nicki Minaj
C. Alicia Keys
D. Beyoncé
D. Beyoncé
Which social media platform was banned and later reinstated temporarily in multiple U.S. states in the early 2020s due to security concerns?
TikTok
In recent years, some critics have argued that Gen Z students are less motivated than previous generations; however, this claim overlooks systemic shifts in education, including increased digital dependency and decreased access to individualized instruction. Rather than lacking motivation, many students are navigating an environment that prioritizes efficiency over engagement, resulting in surface-level learning experiences that fail to foster deeper intellectual curiosity.
Which TWO revisions would MOST strengthen the argument?
A. Add specific data or statistics
B. Remove mention of critics
C. Include expert testimony
D. Simplify vocabulary
A. Add specific data or statistics
C. Include expert testimony
Many schools have begun implementing “digital detox” periods, during which students must place their phones in locked pouches for the duration of the school day. While administrators argue that this policy restores focus and reduces academic distractions, students often claim that such restrictions ignore the reality that digital tools can support collaboration and research. However, recent studies suggest that even brief notifications—regardless of relevance—interrupt cognitive processing, leading to decreased comprehension and retention.
What is the MOST LIKELY intended audience?
A. School administrators and educators
B. Elementary students
C. Social media influencers
D. Technology developers
A. School administrators and educators
Solve system:
y = x + 2
y = 2x − 1
Answer: (3,5)
I start arguments, break friendships, and ruin group chats…
but I’m not a person.
What am I?
Screenshots
Which Black-owned beauty brand, launched by a celebrity, became one of the fastest-growing brands of the 2020s for its inclusivity and shade range?
A. Savage X Fenty
B. Fenty Beauty
C. Pattern Beauty
D. Ami Colé
B. Fenty Beauty
In recent years, some critics have argued that Gen Z students are less motivated than previous generations; however, this claim overlooks systemic shifts in education, including increased digital dependency and decreased access to individualized instruction. Rather than lacking motivation, many students are navigating an environment that prioritizes efficiency over engagement, resulting in surface-level learning experiences that fail to foster deeper intellectual curiosity.
What is the function of the phrase “however” in the passage?
A. To introduce a conclusion
B. To add supporting details
C. To shift to a counterargument
D. To explain a definition
C. To shift to a counterargument
Many schools have begun implementing “digital detox” periods, during which students must place their phones in locked pouches for the duration of the school day. While administrators argue that this policy restores focus and reduces academic distractions, students often claim that such restrictions ignore the reality that digital tools can support collaboration and research. However, recent studies suggest that even brief notifications—regardless of relevance—interrupt cognitive processing, leading to decreased comprehension and retention.
Which TWO words from the passage have the strongest connotative impact?
A. “restrictions”
B. “collaboration”
C. “notifications”
D. “interrupt”
A. “restrictions”
D. “interrupt”
A function increases by 4 for every increase of 1 in x. If y = 12 when x = 2, what is the equation?
A. y = 2x + 4
B. y = 4x + 2
C. y = 4x + 6
D. y = 4x + 4
D. y = 4x + 4
Which 2020 protest song by Kendrick Lamar resurfaced and became widely used again during social justice protests?
A. HUMBLE
B. Alright
C. DNA
D. King Kunta
B. Alright
Which of these artists has NEVER had a #1 hit song?
A. Lil Baby
B. Drake
C. Travis Scott
D. Rod Wave
D. Rod Wave
A line passes through (2, 3) and (4, 7). What is the slope?
Answer: 2