Question

The purpose of paragraph 4 is:

A. a counterargument that explains the benefits of sodium

B. a rebuttal that disproves any benefits of sodium

C. a call to action to persuade the way food is processed

D. a summary of the points made within the text

Answer 1

Pass the Salt

Research has shown that people who live in busy, industrial nations spend more time at work and less time at home. Apart from the stress this lifestyle can cause, it can lead to other health risks as well. People who do not have the time to prepare healthy, home cooked meals usually eat food that has been processed, frozen, or otherwise preserved. The number one item used in food preservation is sodium. Busy, working people are consuming large amounts of sodium, which is affecting their health.
Doctors have determined that the average healthy person should consume around 1500 milligrams of sodium a day. Studies have shown that people who eat fast food or preserved food on a regular basis consume far more than this healthy number. For instance, one meal that has been processed and preserved in this method can contain as much as one and a third times the average daily recommendation. That comes to almost 2000 milligrams of sodium in one meal alone. If a person eats three of these meals in a day, that is 6000 milligrams of sodium, or four times, the average daily recommendation.
In the body, sodium controls the elasticity of cell membranes and helps the body regulate fluids. Low sodium levels mean that a person’s body has trouble retaining water, which can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure. High sodium levels means that the body retains too much water, which can cause high blood pressure. High blood pressure leads to heart failure. High sodium levels also can cause kidney and renal failure. Busy people who eat unhealthy meals that are high in sodium are slowly killing themselves.
The food packaging industry drastically needs to reduce the levels of sodium they add to foods. The time for action is now. If these companies cannot take direct action, then it is the duty of the government to demand stricter limitations on sodium additives and harsher punishments and fines for violators. The health of our society and our labor force depends upon it.

The purpose of paragraph 4 is:

A. a counterargument that explains the benefits of sodium


B. a rebuttal that disproves any benefits of sodium


C. a call to action to persuade the way food is processed


D. a summary of the points made within the text

Answer 2

@Arcadiouse

Answer 3

C

Answer 4

The Colosseum in Rome, Italy is a model of enduring architecture. Visitors from all over the world come to admire the improbable structure, which has been preserved since around 70 AD. But the stone structure isn't the only thing that has lasted over the years: the Colosseum is also home to a wealth of plant species. In fact, a study in 1855 revealed as many as 420 plant species growing in and around the stone structure.
Because plants can erode stone over time, some people consider the Colosseum's vegetation to be unwelcome. In 1871, attempts were made to remove plant species from the area. The plants, however, have proven to be uncooperative: today more than 200 species still remain.

What does the author suggest by using the word wealth in the paragraph above?

A. The plants are expensive.


B. There are a large number of plants.


C. The plants are quite rare.


D. 8 Semester Exam

Answer 5

B

Answer 6

OK ARE YOU SURE ?

Answer 7

you've answered are right ?

Answer 8

Yes.

Answer 9

id put all these down as my answers

Answer 10

but if they are i appreciate your help man

Answer 11

You're welcome. next time give me at least 5 minutes before messaging me. Sometimes I do forget lol.

Answer 12

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