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Judy Blume's career as an American writer spans four decades and includes many literary awards. She is most famous for her novels geared toward pre-teens. One notable example is Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing. However, Blume also has had success writing for an adult audience. Three of her novels for adults reached the New York Times best-seller list. In a 2008 interview Blume remarked, "I have so many stories left to tell!" By that time she had written nearly 30 novels. Judy Blume an exceptionally talented and productive American author.
Which of the following lists represents text evidence pieces that all support the central idea in this paragraph?
a) Four decades, many awards, best known for pre-teen novels
b) Many awards, can write for multiple audiences, 30 novels
c) Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing, best-seller list, interview
d) American writer, Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing, 30 novels
The correct answer is option b) Many awards, can write for multiple audiences, 30 novels. This list includes evidence that supports the central idea that Judy Blume has had a successful career as a writer, with achievements such as winning many awards, being able to write for different audiences, and having written nearly 30 novels.
Walking is not the most exciting form of exercise a person can take on for fitness. Yet it is low impact and requires no fancy equipment. That makes walking a simple activity for those new to exercise. Walking is less likely than other exercises to cause injury to leg tendons and muscles. All it requires is a good pair of sneakers—no cables, stylish outfits, or weights required. Of course, a person could increase the benefit of a workout by adding weights or speed walking.
Identify the central idea of this paragraph.
a) Walking is a boring and dangerous form of exercise.
b) Walking is a difficult and safe exercise for beginners.
c) Walking is an easy and safe exercise for beginners.
d) Walking is an exciting and very effective form of exercise.
The central idea of this paragraph is:
c) Walking is an easy and safe exercise for beginners.
Judy Blume's career as an American writer spans four decades and includes many literary awards. She is most famous for her novels geared toward pre-teens. One notable example is Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing. However, Blume also has had success writing for an adult audience. Three of her novels for adults reached the New York Times best-seller list. In a 2008 interview Blume remarked, "I have so many stories left to tell!" By that time she had written nearly 30 novels. Judy Blume an exceptionally talented and productive American author.
Which sentence could be added to further support the central idea in this paragraph?
a) Averaging a book a year, Blume's many works have been sold around the world.
b) Critics of Blume's stories say that most of her works are better suited for adults.
c) Many of Blume's stories focus on women or girls as the main characters.
d) Whenever Blume publishes a new story, she gives an interview to the media.
The sentence that could be added to further support the central idea in this paragraph is:
a) Averaging a book a year, Blume's many works have been sold around the world.
This sentence adds more evidence of Judy Blume's productivity and success as a writer, further supporting the central idea that she is an exceptionally talented and productive American author.
You and your friend read a book about three animals that travel hundreds of miles to find their way back home. They face danger, illness, and injury, yet eventually arrive alive to greet their heartsick owners. Which of the following is the topic of this book?
a) Three animals on a journey
b) Three animals risk their lives to return home
c) Three animals run away for an adventure
d) Three animals with superpowers
The topic of this book is b) Three animals risk their lives to return home.
A tutor charges $40 per hour. In one week, the tutor spends 5 and a half hours tutoring one student and 10 hours tutoring another student. Determine the total amount the tutor earned that week.
a) $620
b) $550
c) $400
d) $180