Drawing Conclusions
McDonalds is full of fat. Their burgers are super greasy, they give me a belly ache every time I eat them.
Why did the author include these sentences in their arguement?
a. to show she thinks McDonalds is disgusting.
b. to show she does not care for McDonalds.
c. to show she doesn't mind McDonalds.
d. to show she understands why people eat at McDonalds.
B
Fluoride in tooth paste is proven to prevent cavities than tooth paste that does not include fluoride. You will have a brighter and more beautiful smile when you use tooth paste that included fluoride. So go buy some at your local Walmart today.
" I like and use tooth paste with fluoride so much that I use it myself as well as give it to all my patients, family, and friends!" - Dr. Spencer SmithWhy does the ad include the dentists opinion?
To let the customer know that fluoride really works because he is a medical expert.
which of the sentences below best support the claim that Tiffany should use her phone case?
a. It does not take long to put on, but it can save you from cracking your screen.
b. Apple will replace your screen if you crack it.
c. Each day, Tiffany's mom tries to convince her to put the case on.
d. Tiffany's brother Ted has a case on his phone.
A
An author whose purpose is to _______ will explain something to readers or provide them with knowledge and facts that they did not possess before.
Inform
At Easter, many parents want to buy baby bunnies for their children. Baby bunnies are cute, but rabbits are not always good pets. Many rabbits end up at animal shelters because people do not know how to care for them. This year, the Rabbit Rescue Team has an idea. We are asking parents to buy stuffed bunnies for Easter, instead of real rabbits! Please visit your toy store instead of your pet store!
The authors purpose for writing this article was to _____.
Persuade
I know that skateboards can be dangerous if you do not wear protective gear. The city council has banned all skateboards from the streets to try to cut down on injuries.
Why did the author include these sentences?
a. to show she thinks the city council is doing a fabulous job.
b. to show she likes to skateboard.
c. to show she understands the mayor's point of view.
d. to show she is a bad skater.
C
Do you have a sunburn? If so you should use lotion with aloe vera in it. Aloe vera is a soothing ailment that can make your skin feel renewed and young again. 4 out of 5 doctors use aloe vera themselves when they have a sun burn.
" I believe aloe vera works so well I use it every night after a long day in the sun. I even recommend it to me family and friends!"
Why does the ad include the doctor's opinion?
To show that aloe vera really works because he is a medical expert.
Which of the sentences below best support the claim that Joe should study more often?
a. Studying is hard and he has soccer practice.
b. His teacher gives him a bad grade if he doesn't study.
c. Using a study guide to study will improve his grades and allow him to feel more confident.
d. Each day, Joey tries to study but forget his take home folder at home.
C
A story that is scary, funny, silly, etc is trying to ______ you.
Entertain
Dear Mayor,
I have heard that you want to ban bicycles from sidewalks. The city wants all bike riders to bike only at parks to prevent injuries. I hope you will change your mind very soon. My friends and I like to ride our bikes after school to soccer practice. I have a super fast red mongoose bike with shocks. Our parents work late and if we aren't allowed to ride our bikes we would be late or have to not play at all. You should protect the bicyclers by passing a law that we have to wear protective gear instead of banning us from riding all together.
Thanks, David
The author's purpose for writing this letter was to persuade the mayor to ______.
Change their mind about banning bikes from the sidewalks.
I know that taking care of a dog can be very hard and takes a lot of responsibility. Therefore my mom is not letting my little sister will not be getting a dog.
Why did the author include these sentences?
a. to show she thinks her mom is mean for not letting her sister get a dog.
b. to show dogs are her favorite animal.
c. to show that she is responsible and wants a dog too
d. to show she understands why her mom won't let her mom get a dog
D
Is your student struggling with their math facts? If so you should sign them up for Xtra Math. Xtra Math is a fact fluency program that allows your students to practice their math facts and race the teacher. It also provides you with daily diagnostic results so you know what facts your child needs to study.
"I like Xtra Math so much that I use it with all my students and even my own kids at home!" - Mrs. Appleton
Why does the ad include the teachers opinion?
Which of the sentences below best support the claim that Kya's mom needs to go the speed limit?
a. Policemen pull over cars that are going above the speed limit.
b. Each day, Kya's dad reminds her mom to slow down and drive safe.
c. Kya's mom goes 9 miles over the speed limit every day.
d. Going the speed limit doesn't make you late and it is the safest way to drive.
D
When an author writes a _____ text they are trying to get you to believe, think, or do something.
persuasive
Dear Mayor,
I have heard that you want to ban bicycles from sidewalks. The city wants all bike riders to bike only at parks to prevent injuries. I hope you will change your mind very soon. My friends and I like to ride our bikes after school to soccer practice. I have a super fast red mongoose bike with shocks. Our parents work late and if we aren't allowed to ride our bikes we would be late. Or some of us would probably not be able to play at all. You should protect the bicyclers by passing a law that we have to wear protective gear instead of banning us from riding all together.
Thanks, David
Write two sentences that provide evidence that the author met their purpose of persuasion?
My friends and I like to ride our bikes after school to soccer practice.
Our parents work late and if we aren't allowed to ride our bikes we would be late.
Or some of us would probably not be able to play at all.
Dear Editor,
The litter in the park is becoming a problem. I believe the issue is there are not enough trash cans located around the park. The city council needs to place more trash cans in the park.
Thank you, Joel
The authors purpose is to _____.
Persuade
Dear Mayor,
I have heard that you want to ban bicycles from sidewalks. The city wants all bike riders to bike only at parks to prevent injuries. I hope you will change your mind very soon. My friends and I like to ride our bikes after school to soccer practice. I have a super fast red mongoose bike with shocks. Our parents work late and if we aren't allowed to ride our bikes we would be late. Or some of us would probably not be able to play at all. You should protect the bicyclers by passing a law that we have to wear protective gear instead of banning us from riding all together.
Thanks, David
Which sentence is unimportant? and Why do you believe this?
I have a super fast red mongoose bike with shocks.
This sentence is unimportant because it has nothing to do with persuading the mayor to not ban bikes from the sidewalks.