Growth mindset theory suggests that only those with high intelligence can benefit from effort-based learning strategies.  

What is the central argument of Kathy Seal’s “The Trouble with Talent”?a) Talent is the most important factor in success.b) Intelligence is entirely determined by genetics. c) De-emphasizing effort over natural ability leads to greater achievement. d) Schools should focus on identifying gifted students rather than fostering growth in all students. e) Emphasizing effort over natural ability leads to greater achievement.

Choose the correct pronoun. Mom comes from a family of strict disciplinarians, so always say please and thank you around Aunt Nancy and __________ if you don’t want your earlobe twisted.

What is one negative consequence of a fixed mindset?a) Increased motivation to tackle challengesb) Fear of failure and avoidance of challengesc) A stronger belief in self-improvementd) Improved ability to recover from setbacks

One of the examples McManus provides of a successful tuition-free college system is:a) The United Kingdomb) Canadac) Germanyd) Australia

Test Your Understanding of Integrating Quotations What is the correct order of the quote sandwich method?  a) Quote, Explanation, Introduction b) Introduction, Quote, Exploration c) Explanation, Quote, Introduction d) Introduction, Explanation, Quote e) Introduction, Quote, Explanation

Choose the correct pronoun. I am one year older than ____ (he/him).

Choose the correct pronoun. I admit that I ate your last two eggs. Consider it payback for __________ finding an empty cereal box and milk carton this morning.

Choose the correct pronoun. Don’t ask Josephine for her sloppy and ill-prepared homework! It is __________ who can give you all of the correct answers to Mr. Nguyen’s calculus homework

How should a long quotation (more than four lines) be formatted in MLA style? a) Use quotation marks and double spacing b) Indent one inch from the left margin and omit quotation marks c) Italicize the text and use single spacing d) Enclose it in parentheses