The author’s purpose in “Solar Power for Public Buildings” is to convince readers that powering California’s public buildings with solar energy will provide many benefits. How effective is the author in achieving this purpose? * ineffective, because the author fails to provide evidence to support the claim that solar power helps the environment
effective, because the author explains the positive effect that increasing the use of solar will have on the economy
effective, because the author provides evidence from experts that the public supports the use of solar power
ineffective, because the author questions what makes solar power less popular than other energy sources

The wizard of oz provides an example of a universal idea that connects with most readers. dorothy is lost in oz. during her journey, she comes to understand that there is no place like home. the author, l. frank baum, includes colorful descriptions to readers picture the strange place where dorothy has landed. this to convey the feeling of being lost. most readers can relate to this feeling through a variety of personal experiences. this universal truth allows readers to connect to the character, and in turn to feel less lonely and isolated themselves. which literary terms should be included in this body paragraph? check all that apply. characterization imagery irony theme setting

Find the adjective(s) (including articles) in the sentence below. note: the sentence may not contain adjectives. the baby is very sleepy. the baby very sleepy none in the sentence

Which is (not) a strategy you would use when revising the overall structure of a comparison and contrast essay a) color-code supporting details in your draft b) focus on eliminating details not related to the them c) circle unrelated or unfocused details in the draft d) combine details that provide facts or statistics