Theme and Central Idea

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What lesson can be learned from the girls' behavior when Mike wanted to join coloring?

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Being greedy is never nice

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Jim was stacking boxes at work. There was a certain height he had to reach. He stretched his body, but could not reach to place the final box at the top. Bill happened to see Jim struggling and came to his rescue, since he was a foot taller. What does this scenario illustrate?

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teamwork can accomplish a goal

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What is the main message of the story: "You can do it!" shouted her father, as he pushed Chloe and let go. She was going on her own, but suddenly fell. She cried, but said, "Again, daddy!" This time she went farther but fell into the ditch. A few moments later, she was riding down the street, smiling from ear to ear.

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you should never give up

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She sobbed for hours trying to think of a way out of having to tell her father she wrecked her new car. After stewing over it for quite some time, she called her father on his cell phone. "Thank you," he said. What is the lesson from this scenario?

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it's important to be honest

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Which characterization best reinforces the theme of the importance of being prepared? Options:

The hero spends a great deal of time training to defeat a villain

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The hero lives in a society where every part of your life is planned out in advance

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The hero fights a villain who can control minds

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The hero keeps dreaming about the problems he faces

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The hero spends a great deal of time training to defeat a villain

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Which of the following is NOT a supporting detail? Options:

The peregrine falcon is one of the fastest wild birds

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It was placed on the endangered species list

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It was dying out because of pesticides

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The peregrine falcon is an amazing bird

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The peregrine falcon is an amazing bird

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Which of the following is NOT a supporting detail about Niagra Falls?

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Niagra Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America

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What is the main idea of the passage about Sally's shopping activities?

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Sally shopped all weekend

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Exercise is crucial to our lives. Doctors recommend we exercise at least two times a week. Exercise does not necessarily need to be done in the gym; it can consist of an outdoor walk or bike ride. It not only controls weight, but it combats many health conditions and diseases. Another added benefit to exercise is its mood boosting qualities.

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The importance of exercise