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Public schools should require students to wear uniforms, because they save parents money, reduce the importance of fashion, and create school spirit.

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There are three kinds of book owners. The first has all the best sellers and piles of books galore. The second may have a small bookshelf full of books. The third has only a few books.

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Brianna, like her sister, has curly hair. However, the two differ when it comes to hair color.

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Many children suffer from seasonal asthma. However, the problem can be remedied with an inhaler or by simply preventing the child from being in a cold, rainy environment.

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A solar eclipse is an astronomical event during which the Moon seems to cover the Sun.

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My kitchen table is round and made of wood. Parts of the table are painted white. The table is topped with four round, floral place mats.

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First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Next, butter two 9-inch-round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper. Then, butter the parchment and dust the pans with flour, tapping out the excess. Afterwards, whisk 3 cups flour, the baking powder, and salt in a bowl until combined. Finally, divide the batter between the prepared pans.

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The author divides information into categories or groups.

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The author explains what a topic is or what it means.

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The author uses signal words such as before, during, finally.

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