What is the main function of signal words? They help readers predict the main ideas.

They suggest that the author is not an expert.

They alert the reader that the article is about to end.

They indicate that information is from a reliable source.

But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate – we cannot consecrate – we cannot hallow this ground. the brave men, living and dead, who struggled here have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract. which point is lincoln trying to make? people cannot build upon the land, because it is considered sacred. it is up to the people to mark the importance of the land. because so many people died, the land cannot be considered sacred. the sacrifices of the soldiers have already made the land sacred.

Rewrite the passage to improve expression.

It’s ok to use materials without referencing them as long as they’re paraphrased in your own words. a. false b. true c. sometimes d. depends