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What is the author’s main purpose in writing this passage?

• To warn readers about the dangers of extreme sports

• To explain how to safely participate in extreme sports

• To inform readers about different types of extreme sports and why people enjoy them

• To describe the history of extreme sports in modern society

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With which statement would the author most likely agree?

• Interest in extreme sports comes from people’s need for excitement and adventure.

• Extreme sports are dangerous only for people who are not physically fit.

• Whitewater rafting is more exciting and more unpredictable than bungee jumping.

• People who are thrill-seekers must be willing to prepare themselves for exhaustion and hard work.

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Which sentence from the passage best reveals the author’s positive attitude toward extreme sports?

• Split decisions must be made as rushing water shoots the raft past boulders, toward hidden snags, and over waterfalls.

• Yet even the most experienced participants will admit that training and equipment provide no guarantees when it comes to safety…

• Every nerve feels alive.

• It’s important to know what you’re getting into.

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Which detail from the passage best supports the idea that extreme sports are physically demanding?

• Your heart races. Your blood is pumping.

• Split decisions must be made as rushing water shoots the raft past boulders…

• Controlling a raft’s course can be exhausting.

• Bungee daredevils jump from a high location, such as a bridge.

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Why does the author include examples like whitewater rafting and bungee jumping?

• To show how dangerous these sports are

• To compare the skill levels needed for each sport

• To support the idea that extreme sports offer a unique kind of thrill

• To encourage readers to try these specific activities

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Which sentence from the essay best shows the author’s point of view about whitewater rafting?

• The raft is an inflatable boat designed to float down a rapidly flowing river.

• Split decisions must be made as rushing water shoots the raft past boulders, towards hidden snags, and over waterfalls.

• Still, rafting provides thrills at every turn and a wild ride!

• Controlling a raft’s course can be exhausting.

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Based on this sentence below, with which statement would the author most likely agree? 'One minute you’re on the water, and the next your heart skips a beat as you’re soaring through the air, performing aerial tricks with your feet still attached to the boat'

• Only professionals should attempt to perform kitesurfing tricks.

• Kitesurfing is too dangerous for most people to attempt.

• Performing aerial tricks while kitesurfing is as easy as doing tricks on waterskis.

• Kitesurfing is a challenging but highly exciting water sport.

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Which sentence from the article best illustrates how the author views kitesurfing?

• ‘The idea of kiteboarding flashed into my mind and my imagination ran wild.’

• Kitesurfers ride the waves on a board like surfers do, but they’re towed along by large kites flying in the wind.

• This adventurous sport is sure to provide an adrenaline rush as you enjoy the freedom of the wind blowing in your face.

• After all, you could find yourself flying 40 feet in the air at a fairly frightening rate of speed.

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Which sentence most accurately describes the author’s purpose for writing this article?

• He wants to inform readers about the appeal and challenges of kitesurfing.

• He wants to help readers to understand why kitesurfing can be very expensive.

• He wants to compare kitesurfing to other types of extreme water sports.

• He wants to encourage readers to help make kitesurfing an Olympic event.

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Based on the article, what can be inferred about people who participate in extreme sports like kitesurfing?

• They often make a lot of money from their hobbies.

• They enjoy pushing their limits and taking on new challenges.

• They prefer solo sports over team sports.

• They usually start learning extreme sports at a young age

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