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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 written in calligraphy. It is an interesting form of handwriting. 

• to Inform
• to Entertain
• to Persuade

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In the1990s, McDonalds and other fast
food restaurants started getting publicity
for the amount of fat in their kids’ meals.
At that time, one hamburger Happy Meal
contained about 70% of the recommended daily fat allowance for children. Greasy French fries account for most of the fat in the meal. A public outcry caused most fast food restaurants to re- view their kids’ meal offerings. McDonald’s solved the problem by offering healthy apple slices in place of the greasy fries. Now, a Happy Meal consisting of a hamburger, apples, and milk contain about
35% of a child’s recommended daily fat allowance. 

• description
• cause & effect
• compare & contrast
• problem & solution

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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 main idea of this paragraph?

• King Midas loved gold.
• King Midas sold lots of gold.
• King Midas had a heart of gold.
• King Midas hated gold.

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Weather reporters have to give out a lot of information. That's why they use pictures. The pictures help them tell us about the weather without using so many words. Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is. They need to know where the warm air is. They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area. Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short. The pictures help weather reporters get the information out in a fast way.
Which sentence best describes the main idea of the paragraph?

• Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is
• Pictures help weather reporters get information out in a fast way
• Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short
• They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area

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What is the difference between topic and main idea? (main idea)

• Topic and main idea are the same thing. 
• Topic is what the text is about; the main idea is what the author wants to tell you about the subject. 
• Topic is the category and main idea is where it was written
• The main idea is the subject of a text; the topic is what the author wants to tell you about the main idea

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In directions, the author's purpose is to:

• Persuade
• Inform
• Entertain
• Explain

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Dyeing baby chicks at Easter has been a long time tradition, but some believe that dying baby chicks is not safe for the creatures. The dye is non toxic, and scientists deem it safe for the chicks. However, some people believe that this causes stress for the birds. Also, people bring the birds home for their children on Easter but quickly grow tired of them. Soon, the chickens are neglected and abandoned. Most animal shelters will not take chickens, especially roosters. This leads to animals being euthanized, or killed. 
Which of the following completes the diagram?

• often abandoned or neglected
• all animal shelters accept chickens
• the birds' health is affected
• also known as roosters

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The main idea does not need supporting details.True or False?

• True
• False

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We need to eat ____________________ to stay healthy. They are rich in vitamins and nutrients.

• fruits
• vegetables
• sunflower
• fruits and vegetables

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What you learn in school will help you later in life. It will also help you get a job. If you work hard in school and make good grades, you may be able to go to college and have a career.

• to entertain with a story about school

• to teach you how to get good grades

• to persuade you to work hard in school

• to explain the best colleges

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