Which detail suggests that women's basketball grew in popularity?

Which of the following would the author most likely agree?

What is the author's purpose?

In a non-fiction article, what is usually the author's purpose?

For what reason does the author include the photograph after paragraph 3 of the selection “Tiptoeing Scientists”?

In the selection “A Ghostly New Creature,” which idea about the octopod best explains why the author includes the map?

A fiction book about a superhero saving the world would be an example of which purpose?

A newspaper article that gives the stats and results of last night's football game would be an example of which purpose?

A opinion article that urges readers to support local businesses during hard economic times would be an example of which purpose?

Today, it is not uncommon to see women wearing high-heeled shoes. However, the first high-heeled shoes were actually made for men back in the 1500s. The heels helped soldiers keep their feet in the stirrups of their saddles as they rode into battle. What is the author's purpose?

“Once upon a time in a magical kingdom, there lived a great hero. He was about to set out on a dangerous quest!” What is the author's purpose?

Building a bird house is a relatively simple task. Begin by cutting your wood to size, according to the pattern you’ve chosen. Before cutting, be sure to measure each pattern twice to ensure you are cutting the wood to the correct length. What is the author's purpose?

Many people buy vegetables in the grocery store without knowing where they were grown or how they arrived at the store. Supermarkets should be required to label each fruit or vegetable with a sign telling shoppers where and when the food was grown and how far it traveled to the supermarket. What is the author's purpose?

Eric's mother told him that he had to take out the trash. He put on his coat and mittens and flipped on the porch light and headed out to put the trash bags at the curb.

What information can be inferred from the passage?

Basketball was created in 1891. One year later, a teacher named Sendra Berenson, organized the first women’s basketball team. She changed the rules to have three zones and six players on each team so that she could teach cooperation between the teammates. In 1893, the first game of women’s basketball was played at Smith College. However, no men were allowed at the game. After that, many colleges all over the country started adding women’s basketball teams to their schools. In 1896, the first intercollegiate women’s basketball game was played. Again, men were excluded, and women guarded the doors to make sure no man would go in. Between the years 1899 and 1914, many people spoke out against women’s basketball, and they weren’t allowed to take part in the Olympics.

What is the author’s main purpose?

In 1921, there was a competition for women’s sports that were not included in the Olympics. Even though this was a significant event for women’s basketball, an organization named Women’s Division of the National Amateur Athletic Federation (WDNAAF), was created, and worked towards banning women’s basketball from the U.S. This continued until 1953. There were tournaments held for women’s basketball, and people such as the WDNAAF tried to suppress them. In 1953, women’s basketball was included in the Pan- American Games, and the U.S. won the gold medal. The sport became more popular after 1973. Colleges started offering basketball scholarships to women, and in 1976, women’s basketball became an Olympic sport. The goal was finally achieved after 50 years! After that, many women’s basketball leagues where established, along with the WNBA, which continues to be successful to this day. After a long struggle, basketball became open to everyone who wanted to take part.

Which of the following would the author most likely agree?

Many articles, experiments, and statistics were examined to determine whether maximalist or minimalist running shoes are better for preventing injury and maximizing your training. Some indicate that purely running in one type of running shoe increases your risk of injury and does not maximize your training. Solely running in a minimalist shoe increases your instantaneous loading rate, which can increase your risk of stress-related injuries. On the other hand, purely running in a maximalist shoe increases your external vertical impact peak, which also can cause stress-related injuries. Studies show that the best way to maximize your training and prevent injury is to parallel your shoes to your type of workout. Minimalist shoes are best for speed workouts and races, while maximalist shoes should be used for recovery and distance. My research reveals that the parallel use of more than one pair of running shoes is a protective factor to runners.

The author’s main purpose for writing this article is to -

What is the author's purpose?

Canyoneering is a recreational sport that includes

technical descents while hiking in canyons. With the

unpredictability of nature, it is always a possibility that

one could get caught in a storm or flood. An example

of such misfortune is the Keyhole Seven. They were a

group of avid hikers from California that decided to

take rock climbing lessons and tackle Keyhole Canyon

in Utah’s Zion National Park. Evidence shows that they

were aware of the dangers and even planned the

expedition on a day with hardly any predicted

showers. Two of the seven friends were experienced

canyoneers. Unfortunately, all seven bodies were

found a few days after their attempted adventure. A

storm rolled in over Colorado City and must have

caught the group by surprise once a flash flood came

sweeping them away. Flash flooding is a huge risk

when canyoneering, especially in Zion. Zion has been

referred to as part of the “Search and Rescue Triangle”

along with Lake Mead and the Grand Canyon. These

areas of the southwest are popular for hiking and water

recreation, but also prone to flash flooding. While there

are ways to plan canyoneering trips around storms,

nature is still unpredictable, and the risk is always there.

Why did the author include the story

about the Keyhole Seven?

Canyoneering is a recreational sport that includes

technical descents while hiking in canyons. With the

unpredictability of nature, it is always a possibility that

one could get caught in a storm or flood. An example

of such misfortune is the Keyhole Seven. They were a

group of avid hikers from California that decided to

take rock climbing lessons and tackle Keyhole Canyon

in Utah’s Zion National Park. Evidence shows that they

were aware of the dangers and even planned the

expedition on a day with hardly any predicted

showers. Two of the seven friends were experienced

canyoneers. Unfortunately, all seven bodies were

found a few days after their attempted adventure. A

storm rolled in over Colorado City and must have

caught the group by surprise once a flash flood came

sweeping them away. Flash flooding is a huge risk

when canyoneering, especially in Zion. Zion has been

referred to as part of the “Search and Rescue Triangle”

along with Lake Mead and the Grand Canyon. These

areas of the southwest are popular for hiking and water

recreation, but also prone to flash flooding. While there

are ways to plan canyoneering trips around storms,

nature is still unpredictable, and the risk is always there.

What line from the text

best communicates the author’s

message?

Canyoneering is a recreational sport that includes

technical descents while hiking in canyons. With the

unpredictability of nature, it is always a possibility that

one could get caught in a storm or flood. An example

of such misfortune is the Keyhole Seven. They were a

group of avid hikers from California that decided to

take rock climbing lessons and tackle Keyhole Canyon

in Utah’s Zion National Park. Evidence shows that they

were aware of the dangers and even planned the

expedition on a day with hardly any predicted

showers. Two of the seven friends were experienced

canyoneers. Unfortunately, all seven bodies were

found a few days after their attempted adventure. A

storm rolled in over Colorado City and must have

caught the group by surprise once a flash flood came

sweeping them away. Flash flooding is a huge risk

when canyoneering, especially in Zion. Zion has been

referred to as part of the “Search and Rescue Triangle”

along with Lake Mead and the Grand Canyon. These

areas of the southwest are popular for hiking and water

recreation, but also prone to flash flooding. While there

are ways to plan canyoneering trips around storms,

nature is still unpredictable, and the risk is always there.

The author organizes the paragraph by...

Patrick Kane, the all-star forward for the Chicago

Blackhawks had tremendous grit when he allowed

himself to get slammed into the boards by his opponent

while trying to help his team maintain puck possession in

the offensive zone. Grit, in itself, is an interesting word. To

me, there is something about it that holds an intriguing

aspect. Words like courage, bravery, and nerve are

perfect synonyms to describe the general sense of the

meaning. The difference between “grit” and its

synonyms is the different connotation that “grit” has. To

me, the word has a sense of willingness to get down

and dirty to fulfill the needed task, while having

courage or being brave doesn’t necessarily mean to

stop at nothing to get the job done. Grit also means

perseverance, which is not an easy task. To be able to

grind out any adversity or challenges that you face, no

matter how hard or strenuous the obstacle is to

overcome, if you have what it takes, you have grit. The

word even sounds nastier and more gruesome than its

synonyms. When the word is finished rolling off of your

tongue, you end by showing your teeth, almost in a

manner like you are snarling.

What is the author’s purpose?

Patrick Kane, the all-star forward for the Chicago

Blackhawks had tremendous grit when he allowed

himself to get slammed into the boards by his opponent

while trying to help his team maintain puck possession in

the offensive zone. Grit, in itself, is an interesting word. To

me, there is something about it that holds an intriguing

aspect. Words like courage, bravery, and nerve are

perfect synonyms to describe the general sense of the

meaning. The difference between “grit” and its

synonyms is the different connotation that “grit” has. To

me, the word has a sense of willingness to get down

and dirty to fulfill the needed task, while having

courage or being brave doesn’t necessarily mean to

stop at nothing to get the job done. Grit also means

perseverance, which is not an easy task. To be able to

grind out any adversity or challenges that you face, no

matter how hard or strenuous the obstacle is to

overcome, if you have what it takes, you have grit. The

word even sounds nastier and more gruesome than its

synonyms. When the word is finished rolling off of your

tongue, you end by showing your teeth, almost in a

manner like you are snarling.

What would be the author's purpose in writing a text about steps on how to cook a turkey for Thanksgiving?

Sarah knew time travel was impossible. Everything she’d learned in science told her it couldn’t be done. But as she looked around the street, noting the horse-drawn carriages and the women dressed in long dresses and hats, she realized she was in the nineteenth century. What is the author's purpose?

Many people buy vegetables in the grocery store without knowing where they were grown or how they arrived at the store. Supermarkets should be required to label each fruit or vegetable with a sign telling shoppers where and when the food was grown and how far it traveled to the supermarket. What is the author's purpose?

The first American space station was launched in 1973. NASA scientists needed a way to give the astronauts who lived there for 171 days a way to detect smoke or fire before it was too late to stop. They invented a smoke detector for Skylab that ended up in about 90% of all private homes as well. What is the author's purpose?

A commercial selling a new Star Wars Lego toy.

The new Diary of A Wimpy Kid book

A newsletter from the school principal talking about the upcoming school year

A billboard showing the new chicken sandwich at Popeyes