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3. The word undermines most nearly means
a. weakens.

b. reinforces.

c. precludes.

d. determines.

4. The word debunking most nearly means
a. discrediting.

b. hiding.

c. proving.

d. debasing.

5. The word prevalence most nearly means
a. enjoyment.

b. widespread existence.

c. condemnation.

d. sale.

Understanding the Essay

1. Which statement most nearly expresses the main idea of the

essay?

a. Date rape is a common occurrence on college

campuses.
b. False ideas about rape can encourage sexual crime

against women.

c. To prevent rape, women should “just say no.”