Question

read the passage.
the power of the wind
global warming and energy independence are important concerns for the united states. one of the most valuable renewable resources that can be used for energy is wind power. using wind power will help our country reduce its dependence on fossil fuels which pollute the environment and are expensive to purchase from foreign governments. installing wind turbines that harness the wind helps create thousands of new jobs which will boost the country’s economy. everyone in the united states supports the use of wind energy.
the united states is taking big steps in using the power of the wind. in 2007, the u.s. wind power industry installed over 5,200 megawatts of power, which led to a 45% growth in wind power.
however, there is still a lot of work to do, 86% of energy in the united states is still produced by fossil fuels. this demonstrates that our country still relies on these harmful pollutants that send carbon dioxide streaming into the atmosphere for its main source of energy.
many new wind power projects should be constructed in a nationwide effort to address global warming. there are many sites across our country that are excellent places to install turbines. the government should provide tax credits to land owners who choose to have turbines installed on their property. this would help the expansion of wind farms across the united states.
we must move toward an energy independent nation that uses clean and sustainable resources. wind power will help the environment, the economy, and our way of life. it is the wave of the future and the future should start now.
which statement best shows the author’s bias by overstatement?

1. “using wind power will help our country reduce its dependence on fossil fuels which pollute the environment. . . .”
2. “everyone in the united states supports the use of wind energy.”
3. “the united states is taking big steps in using the power of the wind.”
4. “many new wind power projects should be constructed in a nationwide effort to address global warming.”

Explanation:

To determine the author's bias by overstatement, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: States a fact about wind power reducing fossil fuel dependence, not an overstatement.
• Option 2: Claims "everyone" in the US supports wind energy. It's highly unlikely every single person supports it, so this is an overstatement showing bias.
• Option 3: Says the US is taking big steps, which can be supported by the 2007 data, not an overstatement.
• Option 4: Suggesting new wind projects to address global warming is a reasonable proposal, not an overstatement.

Answer:

1. "Everyone in the United States supports the use of wind energy."