(5) While problem solving is very important, it must be fueled somehow, and there is no better way to feed this productive fire than with the kindling of enthusiasm! The enthusiasm of each individual who attended the conference was undeniably contagious. A collective can-do attitude created such an atmosphere of support and optimism that it couldn't be escaped! This is an essential component of the problem-solving formula. The denial of the "impossible" and the ability to embrace change continues to build up the community and nurture its growth. It is this that connects each partner organization, enterprise and business—a demand for a greater good. The Conference on Volunteering and Service wasn't about individual goals, or trying to recruit supporters for specific campaigns. Rather, it was about coming together, for the good of the community—to engage, empower and inspire, so that together we can grow through the creation of solutions to the problems that we each recognize, and in the process, change the world.18Select the correct answer.How does the author introduce the idea that there are ways to get inspired and motivated to connect with others who also advocate for change? A. by referencing her history of service projects and memberships to organizations to which she belongs B. by recounting her first experience attending the Points of Light Conference C. by providing examples of people she has worked with in her quest to change the world D. by explaining the focus of her current visit to China for language immersion

Select the correct text in the passage.Which detail from paragraph 5 best reveals the author's point of view on how solutions become a reality?. . . The enthusiasm of each individual who attended the conference was undeniably contagious. A collective can-do attitude created such an atmosphere of support and optimism that it couldn't be escaped! This is an essential component of the problem-solving formula. The denial of the "impossible" and the ability to embrace change continues to build up the community and nurture its growth. It is this that connects each partner organization, enterprise and business—a demand for a greater good. The Conference on Volunteering and Service wasn't about individual goals, or trying to recruit supporters for specific campaigns. Rather, it was about coming together, for the good of the community—to engage, empower and inspire, so that together we can grow through the creation of solutions to the problems that we each recognize, and in the process, change the world.

Select the correct answer.What is one way the author develops the central idea that collective problem-solving is effective? A. by sharing the individual experiences of those who attend conferences on problem-solving B. by explaining that those who conference with others on problem-solving become inspired to bring change to their community C. by sharing that Youth advocates can attend the Points of Light Conference on Volunteering and service D. by explaining that there is a never-ending list of problems that impact society

Select the correct text in the passage.Which detail from paragraph 2 best supports the passage's central idea?"We are problem-solving people!" The thought returned to me again and again as I listened in amazement during several workshops with a variety of focuses at the Points of Light 2013 Conference on Volunteering and Service. Each and every workshop seemed to be merely a variation on this one, concrete theme that is the heart of every service venture. I would say it is this identity that is the service community's greatest asset–the ability to recognize a need, and rise to not only a solution, but to work in a way that invites each person to be a part of something greater than themselves in a fashion that only giving back can truly do. This sort of innovation is truly ingenious–an undeniable mainstay of productivity that any society should prize. And let's face it, our world isn't going to run out of problems soon–child hunger, education inequality, international humanitarian injustice–take your pick, there are oodles of issues ripe for the picking, and application of the dedicated hard work of people who recognize their severity is in high demand.

Select the correct answer.In paragraph 5, the author describes problem-solving as a "productive fire" fed by "kindling of enthusiasm." How does this word choice reveal the author's tone in the article? A. It parallels her own excitement for not only making a difference, but inspiring others to do so as well. B. It develops her passion through imagery, encouraging others to join her. C. It reveals her anger at others who do not find value in making a difference in the lives of others. D. It hints at her aspiration to have others hold conferences for youth.

Which of the following is NOT an element of collaborative problem solving?Question 3Answera.Conflict resolution.b.Active listening.c.Individual competition.d.Goal setting.