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What is the main idea of paragraph 3?

• Many people are like Casey.
• A study about how many people stay inside
• Richard Louv is the author of "Last Child in the Woods."
• Ideas to be safe.

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In the 2nd paragraph under the subheading "Why Play? Why Outside?" what does the word vital mean?

• Bright
• Happy
• Stressful
• Important

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The author included the bullet points under "The Great Outdoors" to help the reader 

• understand the importance of getting outdoors.
• list activities that can be done outdoors.
• give reasons to get outside and play.
• to show result from a study conducted.

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Which part of the story helps the reader visualize that spending time outside can be a real kick for your health?

• The heading at the top of the article.
• The last paragraph of the article.
• The photograph and caption.
• The list at the end of the article.

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What can the reader conclude about Richard Louv?

• He thinks that there should be an equal combination of time inside and time outside.
• He is in favor of computer time and TV time. 
• He thinks we need to exercise.
• He thinks staying indoor is a danger to our health. 

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What does the word terrain mean in #2 of "Four great reasons to get outside and play?"

• Different physical features.
• Things that vary.
• Different exercises.
• Building stamina.

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The subheadings help the reader understand that the selection mainly focuses on

• the argument of going outside versus staying inside.
• the idea that times have changes throughout the years.
• the importance of getting outdoors to improve your health.
• being safe when going outdoors.

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The main idea of the information under the subheading "Find Your Place?"

• Spaces are being filled with buildings.
• Parents don't trust kids to be alone.
• Join together as a neighborhood to get outdoors.
• Space is limited but be creative and safe when going outdoors.

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The reader can infer that Jacob C. 

• is fed up with soccer.
• hates to be outdoors
• wants to enjoy time outside.
• enjoys soccer.

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In the section “The Great Outdoors,” the author suggests that readers recapture their childhood. What can the reader conclude about that sentence?

• The author thinks we should act like children.
• The author thinks all children should play outdoors.
• The author thinks that children have more fun than adults. 
• The author thinks the reader should enjoy the outdoors with activities from their childhood.

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