Author's Purpose
Fruits are not only delicious, but they are also good for your body. They give you vitamins that help you stay healthy and strong. Next time you want a snack, choose an apple or a banana instead of chips. Your body will thank you!
persuade
Combine the sentences to form a compound sentence.
I like to read books.
My brother enjoys playing soccer.
I like to read books, and (but) my brother enjoys playing soccer.
In New England, winters were long and cold, and the soil was rocky. Because farming was hard, people made money by fishing, shipbuilding, and trading. Many towns grew near the coast where ships could dock easily.
Life in New England focused on fishing, shipbuilding, and trade because farming was difficult.
The baby was quiet like __________.
anything that makes sense
ex) a whisper, a mouse
Mia found a puppy in her yard. She wanted to keep it, but she saw a tag with a phone number. Mia called the number, and the puppy’s owner was so happy to get their pet back. Mia felt proud for doing the right thing.
You should always do the right thing, even when it may be hard.
Rainbows happen when sunlight passes through raindrops in the sky. The light bends and splits into different colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. That’s why you see a rainbow after a rain shower when the sun comes out.
inform
What word best completes the sentence?
The cat _____ in the window.
A. sit
B. sat
C. sitted
D. satted
B. sat
The Southern colonies had warm weather and rich soil. Farmers grew crops like tobacco, rice, and indigo. Large farms called plantations were common, and many workers were needed to grow and harvest the crops.
The Southern colonies depended on farming and plantations to make money.
Her smile was bright like __________.
the sunshine
a star
Sam’s kite tore during a windy day. He wanted to give up, but his friend said, “Let’s fix it together!” They worked hard and repaired the kite. Soon, it flew higher than before.
Working together can help you solve problems.
One day, a cat tried to chase a butterfly. The butterfly flew higher and higher, and the cat jumped and jumped! Finally, the cat landed in a big pile of leaves and popped out with leaves all over its head. The cat looked so funny that everyone laughed!
entertain
Apples taste great.
Oranges are gross.
Apples taste great, but oranges are gross.
The moon is a very special part of our solar system because it is different from other celestial bodies. The moon is covered with dust and rocks. It has mountains, valleys, and large holes called craters. These craters were made when space rocks crashed into the Moon. There is no water or air on the Moon.
The moon has many unique characteristics that make it different from other things in the solar system.
The car moved slow like __________.
a snail
Ella brought a new board game to school. Everyone wanted to play, but there weren’t enough pieces for all. Ella said, “We can take turns!” Everyone had fun because they shared.
It's important to share and be kind to others.
Do you care about the Earth? Our school recycling club helps keep our planet clean. We meet every Thursday to collect paper and plastic. Sign up today and make a difference for our environment!
persuade
Fill in the blank with the best verb.
I ________ pizza for dinner.
A. has
B. will have
C. having
D. am have
B. will have
Our solar system has the Sun at its center. Eight planets orbit the Sun, including Earth. There are also moons, asteroids, and comets that travel through space. The Sun’s gravity keeps everything in place.
The solar system is made up of the Sun, planets, and other objects held together by gravity.
The dog ran fast like __________.
a cheetah
a bullet
a rocket
John forgot his homework and felt upset. Instead of blaming others, he promised to write it down next time. Soon, he never forgot again.
Take responsibility for your actions.
A butterfly starts as an egg. Then it becomes a caterpillar that eats leaves. Next, it forms a chrysalis and changes inside. Finally, it comes out as a beautiful butterfly. This process is called metamorphosis.
inform
What is the best way to combine these sentences to make a compound sentence?
It started raining.
We went inside.
It started raining, so we went inside.
The Middle colonies had good soil and mild weather, which made farming easier. Farmers grew wheat and other grains, so this region was called the “breadbasket.” People also traded goods in busy cities like Philadelphia and New York.
The Middle colonies were known for farming grains and trading in large cities.
His hands were cold like __________.
ice
icicles
A tiny seed grew into a tall tree over many years. It faced storms and strong winds but kept growing. One day, birds built nests in its branches.
Patience and perseverance lead to great things.