Baking a cake is easier than you might think. First, gather all your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Next, mix the flour, sugar, and eggs in a large bowl. Then, pour the mixture into a greased cake pan. Bake the cake for 30 minutes. Finally, remove it from the oven and let it cool before serving.

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In recent years, childhood obesity has become a growing concern. It is caused by a combination of poor diet and lack of physical activity. Children who consume too many sugary drinks and processed foods while getting little exercise are at higher risk. This trend can lead to long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

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Butterflies and moths both begin life as caterpillars and go through metamorphosis, but they have some key differences. Butterflies are active during the day and usually rest with their wings closed, while moths are nocturnal and rest with wings open. Also, butterfly antennae are thin with clubs on the ends, unlike the feathery antennae of moths.

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The rainforest is a warm, humid place full of life. Towering trees form a canopy that blocks much of the sunlight. Beneath the canopy, the air is filled with the sounds of birds, insects, and animals. The ground is covered in fallen leaves and crawling with insects and reptiles.

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Mia forgot to set her alarm last night, which caused her to oversleep. She missed the bus and had to walk to school. Because she was late, she missed a quiz in first period and had to stay after school to make it up.

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Carpooling and using public transportation are both ways to reduce traffic and pollution. Carpooling involves sharing a ride with other people going in the same direction, while public transportation includes buses, trains, and subways. Both methods save money and help the environment, but public transportation can be less flexible.

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Last summer, floods damaged several homes in our neighborhood. To prevent future flooding, the city built a new drainage system. Now, even during heavy rains, the water drains quickly and doesn’t collect on the streets.

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Starting a garden is simple if you follow a few basic steps. First, choose a sunny location. Then, prepare the soil by removing weeds and adding compost. Next, plant your seeds or seedlings. Water them regularly, and watch your garden grow!

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Match the definition with the correct text structure: A challenge is presented and a way to fix it is discussed.

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Match the definition with the correct text structure: Events are listed in order of time.

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