The Topic Sentence Below Is Followed by a Brainstormed List

question 55

Multiple Choice

The topic sentence below is followed by a brainstormed list of possible ideas for a paragraph. Decide which ideas support the topic sentence and should be kept and which ideas should be dropped. Select "keep" or "drop" for each idea. Topic sentence: In order to be a good cook, you have to be prepared in the kitchen.
Keep a box of baking soda on hand in case of grease fires.

• A) Keep
• B) Drop

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Definitions:

Midbrain

A part of the brainstem involved in functions such as vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal (alertness), and temperature regulation.

Diencephalon

A part of the brain containing elements including the thalamus and hypothalamus, responsible for sensory processes and involuntary bodily operations.

Flocculonodular Lobe

The flocculonodular lobe is a region of the cerebellum involved in balance and eye movements.

Cerebellar Peduncles

Nerve fiber bundles that connect the cerebellum to the brainstem, facilitating communication.