Life isn't fair-deal with it quiz

Question 1

Definitions: what does Entitlement (noun) mean in paragraph 20?

Answer 1

the belief that a person is deserving of something

Question 2

Definitions: what does Subjective (adjective) mean in paragraph 20?

Answer 2

based on personal opinions and feelings rather than on facts

Question 3

TEXT DEPENDENT: What is the author’s most likely purpose for writing this article?

Answer 3

The author argues for an end to the fairness mindset because it hinders hard work and leads to an unhealthy sense of entitlement.

Question 4

TEXT DEPENDENT: Which of the following statements best describes a central idea of the text?

Answer 4

Fairness is a subjective idea and is not a natural characteristic of life.

Question 5

TEXT DEPENDENT: PART A: Which of the following best describes the tone of the article?

Answer 5

frustrated and critical

Question 6

Definitions: what does Mandate (noun) mean in paragraph 5

Answer 6

an official order or commission to do something

Question 7

TEXT DEPENDENT: PART B: Which of the following quotes best supports the answer to Part A?

Answer 7

“Fair blends to a norm, and in doing so, it limits, inhibits, stifles, and restricts, all under the guise of balance and equality.” (Paragraph 7)

Question 8

Definitions: what does Objective (adjective) mean in paragraph 19?

Answer 8

not influenced by a person’s opinions or feelings

Question 9

Definitions: what does Legislate (verb) mean in paragraph 5?

Answer 9

to write and pass laws