1. Barry was never sure about what he wanted to do after high school. He thought about joining the Armed Forces or getting a job. He never thought about going to college because he didn't have a caree

1. Barry was never sure about what he wanted to do after high school. He thought about joining the Armed Forces or getting a job. He never thought about going to college because he didn't have a career plan in mind. His friends told him to go to college and take a career exploration course. This course helped Barry decide what he wanted to do with his life. All students who enter college should take a career exploration course. Which sentence is the thesis statement?

A. Barry was never sure about what he wanted to do after high school.

B. All students who enter college should take a career exploration course.

C. This course helped Barry decide what he wanted to do with his life.

D. His friends told him to go to college and take a career exploration course.

2. There are several reasons that creating a plan for studying will benefit the student. First, knowing what to study and how much material needs to be covered will help the student create a schedule. This schedule will keep the student from having to cram too much information in too short a time. Cramming is ineffective. The student also needs to plan where he or she should study. Being in a quiet place without distractions will help the study session be productive. To get the most out of studying for an exam, a plan can help. Which sentence is a supporting detail for the main idea?

A. First, knowing what to study and how much material needs to be covered will help the student create a schedule.

B. Cramming is ineffective.

C. There are several reasons why creating a plan for studying will benefit the student.

D. To get the most out of studying for an exam, a plan can help.

3. First, I need to think about what I would be successful at as a career. Next, I need to research that career and see what kind of degree I need and what kind of salary I can make. Finally, I need to meet with an advisor to make sure that I am taking the right courses for my major. These are the goals I have set for myself during this semester. What is missing from this paragraph?

A. All parts of the paragraph are included.

B. a concluding sentence

C. a topic sentence

D. transitional devices

4. Many people argue that medical marijuana can help patients suffering from chronic pain and other medical conditions. On the other hand, this drug has been used to ease the pain of chemotherapy treatments. Which of the following transitions is a better choice than "on the other hand"?

A. For example

B. As a result

C. Similarly

D. Secondly

5. There are many similarities between music and painting. First, they are both forms of artistic expression. Secondly, musicians and painters are celebrated in our culture. Finally, both music and art have been studied for many centuries. The similarities between art and music are many. What should the writer do to revise this introductory paragraph?

A. Add the thesis statement.

B. Catch readers' attention by explaining the significance of the comparison.

C. No changes are needed.

D. Remove the transitions first, secondly, and finally.