Question

Use the sentences to complete the activity.

To reach her goal of buying a new bike, Marsha will need to save $10 each week.

To reach her goal of buying a new bike each week, Marsha will need to save $10.

In three to five sentences, explain how the placement of the italicized phrase changes the meaning of the sentence.

(4 points)


Short Answer Rubric (4 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
4
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

3
The answer is mostly clear.

The answer is supported by mostly relevant details.

There are a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

2
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is not clear.

There are few or no supporting details.

There are many errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0 The question is not answered.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

By placing the phrase "of buying a new bike" before "each week," the first sentence implies that Marsha's goal is to save $10 each week in order to eventually buy a new bike. On the other hand, by placing the same phrase after "new bike" in the second sentence, it implies that Marsha's goal is to buy a new bike on a weekly basis by saving $10 each week. So, the first sentence focuses on saving up for one bike over time, while the second sentence suggests Marsha wants to purchase a new bike every week. This subtle change in placement alters the overall meaning and purpose behind Marsha's actions.