In the story “In the Field,” an example of verbal irony is when

The tension between personal freedom and shared activities is the ____ dialectic. 

Up until the moment he passed away, Christopher Columbus believed that he had reached

Kate is discussing her work schedule with her supervisor. She is not happy with her assignment and tells her supervisor, “You assign the best training dates to the people in your work group.” Based on Kate’s comment, what does your book recommend so she could be more effective at managing this conflict? 

The setting of “Airwaves” is quite detailed with numerous descriptions and individual items that are particular to the time period, including examples of pop culture. Which of the following is not part of that culture?

In her persuasive speech, Beatrice says the following: “So, by using these three simple steps, you will save time, money, and energy.” What form of persuasive appeal is this? 

The primary advantage of illustrations is _____.

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for an unreceptive audience? 

In Mora’s work “Border Town: 1938,” the poem depicts the obvious ______________ as Esparanza passes the playground filled with girls singing “the farmer’s in the dell” (line 5) when she walks to the other school and “counts cement cracks” (22). 

Adapting your message to your audience, establishing common ground, and using good evidence are all ways of developing ___ credibility.