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olga55 [171]
2 years ago
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In “Plugged In,” the author’s purpose is to persuade. Which of the following quotes from the text shows that the author’s purpos

e is to persuade?
A.
“Do you love to surf the internet, listen to music, IM, and talk on a cell phone? You are not alone.”

B.
“Today’s world is wired, and not just for fun.”

C.
“Kids in the United States between the ages of 8 and 19 spend seven and a half hours a day on electronic devices.”

D.
“Critics say that kids stare at computers and TVs all day and do not get enough exercise. The facts stand in counterpoint to this belief.”

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5 of 6 Answered
Computers and Technology
1 answer:
lisabon 2012 [21]2 years ago
3 0

The quote from the text that shows that the author’s purpose is to persuade is D. Critics say that kids stare at computers and TVs all day and do not get enough exercise. The facts stand in counterpoint to this belief.

An argumentative writing prompt is written in order to convince the readers about a particular issue.

According to the author, the fact that children are involved in watching movies, playing games, listening to music, etc doesn't mean that they can't still be productive.

There are some critics that believe that kids stare at computers and TVs all day and do not get enough exercise. This was countered by the author who stated that kids can still engage in exercises or do other productive things.

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