Match the word to its correct definition.

A group of sentences about one topic

A black substance used in pencils

A long-distance communication system using electrical signals

Drawings or words written on a wall or building

The author's main purpose in the article, "Too Much Sugar" is to...

inform the reader about the harmful effects of sugar

persuade the reader to read labels on food items

describe to the reader the different forms sugar can take

inform the reader about using the American Heart Association as a resource

Read the text excerpt from the introduction below and answer the question. Sugar has long been at the center of our lives. It is often used to reward us for a job well done and is passed out on holidays in baskets and stockings around the world. But is it really acceptable to consume that much sugar? What does it do to our bodies? Doctors and experts around the world have been warning us about sugar for years. Which of these inferences about the author’s point of view is best supported by the excerpt above?

The author believes that many Americans may be eating too much sugar.

The author believes that doctors should have spoken up long ago.

The author believes that we should not pass out candy on holidays.

The author believes that sugar is an important part of the American diet.

Why did the author include the last paragraph in the article, "Too Much Sugar"? (Healthier Habits)

to describe healthy options for keeping insulin levels down

to entertain the reader with a story about carbs and fiber

to show the reader how delicious healthy foods can be

to describe in detail the importance of fiber in a diet

What is the author's point of view on the role of fiber, in the article "Too Much Sugar" in your daily diet?

The author believes that fiber is an important factor in keeping insulin levels down.

The author believes that everyone should eat a breakfast low in fiber.

The author believes that those who eat fiber will not get diabetes.

The author believes that daily exercise is more important than fiber.

Which excerpt from the article most strongly supports your answer to the previous question.

Eating more fiber and drinking lots of water can also help our bodies to slow down the release of sugar into the bloodstream.

Consuming too much sugar as a child can lead to health risks later in life.

He says a great way to start the day is with a breakfast that will keep you full longer such as eggs or Greek yogurt.

Diabetes expert, Dr. Joel Zonszein says a good home cooked meal using natural ingredients is the best place to start.

Read the text excerpt from the article, Too Much Sugar. Then select TWO inferences made about the author’s point of view.

Some students reading this article may be alarmed by how much sugar is recommended for them each day.

Following these guidelines closely can be a great benefit to our health.

The AHA recommendation is only a recommendation and does not need to be closely followed.

Most kids do not consume more than 8 ounces of sweetened drinks per week.

Which key characteristics below belong to the biography genre?

a book about someone written by someone else

a book about someone written by that same person

Which key characteristics below belong to the science fiction genre?

incorporates scientific theories

set in the future, in space, or in a different dimension

resembles real life; believable

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