Question

1. read the sentence from paragraph 7. \if we do not, i fear that our families and community will be the next ones devastated by flood, and sadly, there may be mortal consequences.\ using your knowledge of the root -mort-, choose which of the following best states the meaning of the word mortal as it is used in the sentence. a causing pain b involving error c causing sadness d involving death 16. in paragraph 7, the author states, \to save pennies today is to invite disaster tomorrow.\ what rhetorical device is used in the sentence, and what is its purpose? a the author uses charged language to show readers that there are no alternatives to the author’s viewpoint. b the author uses parallel structure to make the point memorably and to add a sense of urgency. c the author uses charged language to keep readers from questioning the author’s expertise on the subject. d the author uses parallel structure to express the author’s emotion and to invite readers’ sympathy. 17. review this sentence from paragraph 4. \why continue this way when we have durable, modern materials at our disposal?\ what rhetorical device does the author use in this sentence, and what is its purpose? a the author uses charged language to strengthen the point by adding rhythmic emphasis. b the author uses charged language to lead readers to view the alternative negatively and reject it. c the author asks a rhetorical question to reassure readers of the validity of a claim by suggesting they have agreed with it previously. d the author asks a rhetorical question to strengthen the point by presenting it as a question with an obvious answer.

Explanation:

1. The root -mort- means death. In the context of the sentence talking about flood consequences, "mortal" refers to something involving death.
2. The sentence "To save pennies today is to invite disaster tomorrow." uses charged language to emphasize the negative outcome of being thrifty now. It's not parallel structure. The purpose is to make readers see the seriousness of the situation.
3. The sentence "Why continue this way when we have durable, modern materials at our disposal?" is a rhetorical question. The author presents it as a question with an obvious answer to strengthen the point that continuing the current way is not logical.

Answer:

1. D. involving death
2. A. The author uses charged language to show readers that there are no alternatives to the author’s viewpoint.
3. D. The author asks a rhetorical question to strengthen the point by presenting it as a question with an obvious answer.