Reading Comprehension: Citing Evidence
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Read the following passage from "Riding Bulls, Breaking Barriers." Then answer the question that follows.
Fourteen-year-old Najiah Knight is one of the best young bull riders in the world. In 2020, she was ranked number seven. But she wants to be number one! She trains hard. It takes an astonishing amount of strength to stay on a bucking bull. So Najiah works out every day. She does exercises that build her muscles.
How do you know that Najiah Knight is serious about her sport? Cite text evidence to support your answer. Use the first three steps in the RACES strategy: Restate the question, Answer the question, and Cite text evidence to support your response.
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R: How do you know that Najiah Knight is serious about her sport?
A: Najiah Knight is serious about her sport because she dedicates herself to rigorous training and workouts.
C: The text states, "She trains hard... Najiah works out every day. She does exercises that build her muscles." This shows her commitment and determination to improve her skills in bull riding.
By putting in this effort and aiming for the top rank, Najiah demonstrates her seriousness about becoming the best bull rider.
