Discovering Austin, Texas: A City Full of Fun and History

What is the main idea of the article?

• Austin is the largest city in Texas.

• Austin is a city known for its nature and bat colonies.

• Austin is a city full of fun attractions, music, food, and history.

• Austin has the tallest buildings in Texas.

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What does the author mean by calling Austin the “Live Music Capital of the World”?

• Austin has the biggest music stores in the world.

• Many musicians live in Austin permanently.

• Music is played live in many places across the city every day.

• People in Austin listen to music on their phones.

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Why might the author have included the detail about the bats under the Congress Avenue Bridge?

• To scare readers who are afraid of bats

• To explain why people don’t go near the bridge

• To show a unique and surprising attraction in Austin

• To describe the dangers of bats in cities

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Based on the article, how does Austin combine nature and city life?

• By keeping people indoors during hot summers

• Through natural places like Barton Springs and music festivals

• By building new parks on top of buildings

• Through its large number of food trucks

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What can you infer about why people visit Zilker Park with their families?

• It has the largest zoo in Texas.

• It is only open during music festivals.

• It offers fun outdoor activities for all ages.

• It is located far away from the city.

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What is the author’s purpose in writing this article?

• To entertain readers with funny stories

• To describe how music is made in Texas

• To persuade readers to visit Dallas

• To inform readers about popular attractions in Austin

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Why is the Texas State Capitol mentioned in the article?

• To show that Austin is close to Washington, D.C.

• To highlight a historical site people can visit

• To warn people not to go near government buildings

• To compare Austin with other cities

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What might be a good reason to visit Austin during the summer?

• To see snow in the city

• To ride the Zilker Zephyr and swim at Barton Springs

• To hike in the mountains

• To avoid live music crowds

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Which detail best supports the idea that Austin is a fun place for all ages?

• The Capitol is taller than the one in D.C.

• The airport plays music.

• Kids can ride trains and people watch bats at night.

• The Congress Bridge is the longest in Texas.

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If someone enjoys learning about Texas history, which attraction would be best for them?

• Zilker Park

• Bullock Texas State History Museum

• Barton Springs

• Congress Avenue Bridge