Main Idea
Cause and Effect
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The main idea is: My spring break was wonderful!
What is the main idea of this paragraph: Spring Break I had a great spring break. I went to San Francisco and Napa. I saw my family and friends, and I ate lots of good food. I can't wait to see my family and friends again in June.
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curved blood cells don't carry oxygen as well as normal cells do.
Under the heading "Curved Blood Cells," what causes many parts of the body to be damaged?
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Jonathan wanted to help his brothers.
What is one inference you can make based on these clues: Clue 1: When he was younger, Jonathan dreamed of finding a way to help Josh and Jordan. Clue 2: Donating bone marrow hurt-but Jonathan told his mom that he would have done it a million times to help his brothers.
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Jonathan helped cure his brothers.
What is the main idea of the article "Saving My Brothers."
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They were born with sickle cell anemia
Why were Jonathan's twin brothers almost always in pain?
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Clue 1: a person's blood must be a perfect match for the patient. Clue 2: Even close family members often don't match
What are two clues from the text to lead you to this inference: Not every person is lucky enough to get a none marrow transplant.
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