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Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 15mins
Ted was anxious to try out for the basketball team. He had practiced and knew he was ready. Tryouts made him a little nervous, but when he found out he made the team he knew that all the work had paid off.
What is the author's purpose?
to entertain you with a story about a boy who worked hard
to teach you how to play basketball
to persuade you to try out for the basketball team
What you learn in school will help you later in life. It will also help you get a job. If you work hard in school and make good grades, you may be able to go to college and have a career.
What is the author's purpose?
to entertain you with a story about school
to teach you how to get good grades
to persuade you to work hard in school
What would be the purpose of the brochure about Disney World containing prices for admission and the cost of a hotel room?
Entertain you with pictures of Mickey Mouse.
To persuade you to plan a trip to Disney World.
Inform you how much money to set aside for a trip to Disney World.
An expository essay on your best friend is written most likely to...?
Inform readers about your best friend
Persuade readers to get a best friend
Entertain the reader with a story about your best friend
Rules are very important. They help keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you can and cannot do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to act in class. You should follow rules; they help people get along.
What is the author's purpose?
to entertain with a story about people who follow the rules
to inform about the rules of games
to persuade people to follow the rules
Pets should be allowed in restaurants. I brought my dog to dinner, and the waiter threw us out. He said that dogs were dirty, but my dog is cleaner than many people. I know! It's not fair - it's a ridiculous rule, and it should be changed.
