"Bees are vital pollinators that help fruits and vegetables grow. Without them, our food system would collapse."

What is the author’s main purpose?

• A. Inform

• B. Entertain

• C. Explain

• D. Persuade

"Many students in our community spend hours playing games instead of reading. It’s time to change that."

Why did the author write this sentence?

• A. To entertain

• B. To inform

• C. To persuade

• D. To describe

Which sentence best supports an informative purpose?

• A. "You’ll laugh when you meet the talking cat!"

• B. "Experts say ocean temperatures are rising each year."

• C. "We must join together to protect our reefs."

• D. "My favorite memory from the beach is collecting shells."

Prompt:

Select one question #1, #2, or #3 that you answered correctly.

In 2–4 sentences, EXPLAIN why your answer is correct. As evidence, include one clue word or phrase (no more than 2–4 words) from the text (the question that you got right) in your typed response.

This is the “Defend Your Gold” question—only complete and accurately defended answers count toward full points. Use proper grammar and punctuation. Start your writing with this >> The question I selected is #__.