Author's Purpose
The Internet Connects the World
Before the internet, people had to send letters or make phone calls to share information. It took a long time to communicate with others far away. When the internet was invented, people could send messages, look up facts, and even talk to others instantly. It changed how people learn, work, and stay connected with family and friends.
The author's purpose is to explain how the internet has improved peoples lives. Which sentence best develops this purpose?
a. "Before the internet, people had to send letters or make phone calls to share information."
b. "It took a long time to communicate with others far away."
c. "When the internet was invented, people could send messages, look up facts, and even talk to others instantly."
c. "When the internet was invented, people could send messages, look up facts, and even talk to others instantly."
The Color TV Was Improved by a Mexican Engineer
Many people enjoy watching TV in bright colors, but this was not always possible. A Mexican engineer named Guillermo González Camarena helped improve color television by inventing a better way to broadcast color images. Camarena as born in 1917 and received a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was born in Guadalajara, Mexico. His invention made TV more exciting and realistic. Because of his work, people around the world could enjoy their favorite shows in color instead of black and white. He was one of the greatest inventors of all time.
Select one reason the author gives to support the claim that Camarena was the greatest inventors of all time.
a. "Because of his work, people around the world could enjoy their favorite shows in color instead of black and white."
b. "Many people enjoy watching TV in bright colors, but this was not always possible."
c. "Camarena as born in 1917 and received a degree in Mechanical Engineering."
a. "Because of his work, people around the world could enjoy their favorite shows in color instead of black and white."
"Everyday people get on escalators at the mall and go down to the floor. When they're done shopping, they get back on the escalator to ascend."
What does ascend mean as used in the sentence?
a. get home
b. go up
c. walk quickly
b. go up
The Invention of the Light Bulb
Before the light bulb, people used candles and oil lamps to see at night, but these were dim and sometimes dangerous. When Thomas Edison invented a long-lasting light bulb, people could safely light their homes and streets. Cities became brighter, people could work later, and life became safer and more convenient.
Select two sentences that supports that the paragraph has a cause and effect text structure.
- When Thomas Edison invented a long-lasting light bulb, people could safely light their homes and streets.
- Cities became brighter, people could work later, and life became safer and more convenient.
The First Airplanes
A long time ago, people could only travel long distances by train, boat, or horse. Then, in 1903, the Wright brothers built and flew the first powered airplane. Their invention changed the world by making it possible for people to travel across the country and even to other continents much faster than before.
Which sentence describes the author's purpose in this text?
a. to argue that airplanes changed the way people live.
b. to explain that airplanes made long distance travel quicker
c. to list all the important inventions of the Wright brothers
b. to explain that airplanes made long distance travel quicker
Airplanes Made Travel Faster
People used to travel long distances by horse, train, or boat, which took days or even weeks. The invention of the airplane changed everything. The Wright brothers created the first powered airplane in 1903, proving that humans could fly. Today, airplanes allow people to travel across the world in just a few hours, making transportation faster and more convenient.
What claim does the author make in the text?
a. The Wright brothers made the most important invention of their time.
b. Airplanes are the best way to travel.
c. Airplanes make traveling easier for people.
c. Airplanes make traveling easier for people.
There were tiny pieces of plastic scattered everywhere. The plastic was coming from litter in the ocean. Plastics do not break down like other trash.
"The plastic was coming from litter in the ocean."
What does the word litter mean as used in the paragraph?
a. break
b. change
c. trash
d. scattered
c. trash
The Development of Airplanes
In 1903, the Wright brothers built and flew the first powered airplane. A few decades later, airplanes were used to carry mail and passengers across short distances. By the 1950s, larger airplanes were flying people across the world. Today, airplanes are faster and safer than ever, allowing millions of people to travel quickly every day.
Select two sentences that supports that the paragraph has a cause and effect text structure.
Any sentences with dates or chronological signal words.
Elisha Otis and His Safety Brake
In 1852, a man named Elisha Otis invented a special safety brake for elevators. His invention stopped the elevator from falling if the rope broke. To prove that it worked, he stood on an elevator at a fair and cut the rope himself! The elevator did not fall, and people were amazed. His invention made elevators much safer and allowed buildings to be built taller than ever before.
The author's purpose is to explain how Elisha Otis' invention made elevators safer. Write the sentence from the passage that best develops this purpose.
"His invention stopped the elevator from falling if the rope broke."
Electricity Changed Everyday Life
Before electricity, people used candles and oil lamps for light and had to do most work by hand. Thomas Edison’s invention of the long-lasting light bulb helped bring electricity into homes and cities. This led to more inventions like refrigerators, washing machines, and computers, proving that electricity made life safer and more efficient.
Choose the sentence that supports the claim that electricity made life better?
"This led to more inventions like refrigerators, washing machines, and computers, proving that electricity made life safer and more efficient."
Lisa assumed her sister would love her birthday gift. She always talked about how much she wanted a bike!
Which word is a replacement for the word assume as used in the paragraph?
a. doubted
b. believe
c. think
b. believe
The Rise of the Internet
Before the internet, people had to send letters, use books to find information, and watch TV for news. When the internet was invented, people could send emails instantly, search for facts online, and communicate with others around the world. Because of this, businesses grew, learning became easier, and people could stay connected no matter where they lived.
Select two sentences that supports that the paragraph has a cause and effect text structure.
- When the internet was invented, people could send emails instantly, search for facts online, and communicate with others around the world.
- Because of this, businesses grew, learning became easier, and people could stay connected no matter where they lived.