"The Flying Tomato" Comprehension Questions

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Author's main claim in paragraph 3:

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Shaun White is a good role model.

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Inference about Shaun White from his quote on competition:

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Shaun is not just talented but strategic.

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Controlling idea about Shaun White?

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Shaun White is a hard-working sports figure.

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Details supporting Shaun's success:

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Shaun didn't hang his head; being part of the Olympics is an incredible achievement. (Paragraph 3)

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Primary message in paragraph 3?

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If you don't succeed, try again.

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What does 'challenges' in paragraph 2 suggest about Shaun?

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He has not had an easy life.

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Why does the author include a rhetorical question in paragraph 2?

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To emphasize that many people face challenges in life.

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Reason for writing the article?

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To tell about Shaun White's accomplishments.

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In the sentence, the word "-------- " provides a clue to the meaning of legend.

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