Recycling things like paper, plastic, and metal is beneficial for our environment by cutting down on trash. Yet many people throw away their water bottles, shipping boxes, and cans instead of recycling them. An increased focus on getting more people to recycle is leading people to develop creative ways to make it easier for Americans. One way is to put bright colored recycling containers in more places. Seeing more recycling bins helps people remember to use them. Another idea that has been developed is reverse vending machines. These machines are the opposite of traditional vending machines since you give it a recyclable good and it gives you money or reward in return. Hopefully more places will introduce new and unique ways to get people to start recycling. What is the central idea of the passage?

The amount of people who recycle will increase if innovative methods are implemented.

People need to start recycling in order to protect our environment.

Reverse vending machines that gives money for recyclable goods is a creative recycling solution.

Bright colored collection bins will help encourage people to protect the environment.

Which of the following is a supporting detail of this paragraph? Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests. Sumo wrestling is a sport that started in Japan. It takes place in a ring. Two players try to score points by holding each other down or pushing each other out of the ring. Robot sumo uses robots instead of humans. The robot that scores the most points wins.

Robot sumo uses robots instead of humans.

Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests

Robots sumo contests are better than human sumo contests.

What are supporting details?

Details from the text that develop the main idea

Details from the text that tell you how the character is feeling

Details about the text that tell you about the setting

The central idea is...

the first sentence of a paragraph.

a quote you provide from the text.

Most people think that gorillas are mean, but actually they are shy. It seems that such a huge animal with very large teeth would be aggressive. Hollywood movies help convey this image of the scary, ferocious gorilla. In fact, gorillas only attack if they are provoked. This author belives that:

Gorillas are misunderstood as vicious animals.

Gorillas don't like other animals.

School uniforms are far cheaper than the currently popular fashions. Many students work long hours at a paying job instead of doing homework because they feel they have to "keep up appearances." If students wore uniforms, there would be no need for most of them to have jobs that take away from their study time. This passage is mostly about?

school uniforms being a good idea.

popular fashion is better that uniforms

students working many hours at jobs.

teens enjoying wearing uniforms.

Do you ever wonder how you taste things? You owe your sense of taste to your taste buds. We have 9,000 taste buds just on the tongue alone. There are also taste buds on the roof of your mouth. You even have taste buds on the back of your throat. What does the author want you to learn about the passage?

Taste buds are found in different places.

Why we can taste only sweet things.

There are many strange but beautiful creatures that live in the coral reef. They are warm and shallow habitats that are home to corals, clams, jellyfish, crabs, and so much more! Even sharks and sea cows can call the reefs their homes. They provide so much for so many creatures, that it’s important to keep our oceans clean, so these animals have a place to live! What is this passage’s CENTRAL IDEA?

Different sea life in the coral reefs

Sharks that live in coral reefs

Seated on his throne, King Midas wore a golden crown. He had golden rings on each finger and held a golden scepter. His vest was embroidered with golden thread and even his shoes had golden ornaments. He had a golden box filled with gold coins. He named his daughter Marigold. What is the central (AKA main) idea of this paragraph?

King Midas had a heart of gold.

"Spring Break is a fun time of year. We gather with our family and eat delicious food. It is usually warm and my cousins and I play tag and swim! I look forward to it every year!" The author's point of view in this passage is ..

positive feeling about spring break

negative feeling about spring break

has no opinion about spring break

doesn't care about spring break

"Some people are afraid of bees, but without these helpful insects, we would not have many of our favorite flowers and fruits. Bees come to the plant to drink the nectar, and pollen on the plant sticks to the bee's feet. Bees leave some of the pollen on the next plant that they land on. This helps to make new plants." What is the author's viewpoint about bees?

The author views bees as helpful.

The author views bees as pests.

The author has a negative view of bees.

The author feels neutral about bees.

What is the author's point of view here... "Many people eat fast food, especially when they are in a hurry. However, fast food is unhealthy. Many restaurants fry their food in grease, and do not offer fresh food on their menu."

eating fast food is a good choice

fast food is healthy food choice

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the three reasons we write? (Author’s purpose for writing)

Persuade, Inform, Electrify

Persuade, Inform, Educate

Persuade, Infer, Entertain

Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the author’s purpose? “She threw the paper airplane. It looped through the trees, under the dog’s belly, up into the sky, and landed on the hot air balloon.”

to persuade

to inform

to entertain

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the author’s purpose? HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Norwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets, and you will enjoy having one. They are only $17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today!

to persuade

to inform

to entertain

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the author’s purpose? Calligraphy is a form of handwriting. A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas, certificates, and other awards are often written in calligraphy.

to persuade

to inform

to entertain

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the author’s purpose? Rosie had the best time making Valentine cards for her classmates. She used red and white paper, heart stickers, markers, and anything else that she could find. It was great. Her friends are planning a Valentine party on February 14^th at school. The card that she made for her best friend is funny. Funny Valentines are nice to get.

to persuade

to inform

to entertain

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What is the author’s purpose? The Food Group Pyramid tells you how to eat healthy. It shows how food is divided into six groups. It is important to eat foods that belong to each group every day. The pyramid helps show how much each of you should eat.

to inform you about The Food Group Pyramid

to tell a story about pyramids

to convince you to eat vegetables

to explain how to go shopping for food

Answer explanation

Facts about the food groups are shared, therefore, it is to inform.

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What is the author’s purpose? Rules are very important. They help to keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you can and cannot do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to behave in class. You should follow rules; they help people to get along.

to entertain with a story about people who follow the rules

to inform about the rules of the game

to explain the rules in class

to persuade people to follow the rules

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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37 questions

What are the three reasons we write? (Author’s purpose for writing)

What is the author’s purpose? “She threw the paper airplane. It looped through the trees, under the dog’s belly, up into the sky, and landed on the hot air balloon.”

What is the author’s purpose? HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Norwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets, and you will enjoy having one. They are only $17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today!

What is the author’s purpose? Calligraphy is a form of handwriting. A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas, certificates, and other awards are often written in calligraphy.

What is the author’s purpose? The Food Group Pyramid tells you how to eat healthy. It shows how food is divided into six groups. It is important to eat foods that belong to each group every day. The pyramid helps show how much each of you should eat.

Facts about the food groups are shared, therefore, it is to inform.

What is the author’s purpose? Rules are very important. They help to keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you can and cannot do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to behave in class. You should follow rules; they help people to get along.

The teacher was distraught when her computer wouldn't start because she really wanted to show her kids how to get into Google Classroom.
"distraught" means:

The little boy was reluctant to take a piece of candy because it wasn't his.
"reluctant" means:

My next door neighbor's house is vacant, because they moved out last week.
"vacant" means:

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37 questions

What are the three reasons we write? (Author’s purpose for writing)

What is the author’s purpose? “She threw the paper airplane. It looped through the trees, under the dog’s belly, up into the sky, and landed on the hot air balloon.”

What is the author’s purpose? HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Norwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets, and you will enjoy having one. They are only $17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today!

What is the author’s purpose? Calligraphy is a form of handwriting. A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas, certificates, and other awards are often written in calligraphy.

What is the author’s purpose? The Food Group Pyramid tells you how to eat healthy. It shows how food is divided into six groups. It is important to eat foods that belong to each group every day. The pyramid helps show how much each of you should eat.

Facts about the food groups are shared, therefore, it is to inform.

What is the author’s purpose? Rules are very important. They help to keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you can and cannot do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to behave in class. You should follow rules; they help people to get along.

The teacher was distraught when her computer wouldn't start because she really wanted to show her kids how to get into Google Classroom."distraught" means:

The little boy was reluctant to take a piece of candy because it wasn't his."reluctant" means:

My next door neighbor's house is vacant, because they moved out last week."vacant" means:

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The teacher was distraught when her computer wouldn't start because she really wanted to show her kids how to get into Google Classroom.
"distraught" means:

The little boy was reluctant to take a piece of candy because it wasn't his.
"reluctant" means:

My next door neighbor's house is vacant, because they moved out last week.
"vacant" means: