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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.

How does the third sentence ("That makes walking ...") support the central idea of the paragraph? (2 points)

It points out that beginning exercisers may not like walking because it is too easy.

It points out that walking is a good introduction to exercise for beginners.

It says that walking is less costly than other activities because it needs no equipment.

It says that walking is too easy for people who have experience with exercise.
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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 is an exceptionally talented and productive American author.

Identify the central idea of this paragraph. (2 points)

Judy Blume has been a very busy and gifted writer. (explicit)

Judy Blume has been a very busy and gifted writer. (implicit)

Judy Blume has been writing for a very long time. (explicit)

Judy Blume has been writing for a very long time. (implicit)
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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.

Explain whether the central idea is explicit or implicit in this paragraph. (2 points)

It is explicit because it is directly stated in the paragraph.

It is explicit because it is not directly stated in the paragraph.

It is implicit because it is directly stated in the paragraph.

It is implicit because it is not directly stated in the paragraph.
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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? (2 points)

Four decades, many awards, best known for pre-teen novels

Many awards, can write for multiple audiences, 30 novels

Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing, best-seller list, interview

American writer, Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing, 30 novels
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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 sentence could be added to further support the central idea in this paragraph? (2 points)

Averaging a book a year, Blume's many works have been sold around the world.

Critics of Blume's stories say that most of her works are better suited for adults.

Many of Blume's stories focus on women or girls as the main characters.

Whenever Blume publishes a new story, she gives an interview to the media.
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Ernest is an opinion writer for Philadelphia Magazine. He titled a recent article, "The Moral Case for Repealing Philadelphia's Soda Tax." Based on that title, what is the central idea of the article? (2 points)

Philadelphians like to drink soda and don't want to pay tax.

Philadelphians think the soda tax is morally correct.

Philadelphians think the soda tax will be good for the city.

Philadelphians want to repeal the soda tax because it's immoral.
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West Virginia is aptly nicknamed the Mountain State. It has an average elevation of 1,500 feet above sea level, which makes it the highest of any state east of the Mississippi River. The Appalachian and Allegheny Mountains are a part of West Virginia landscape, and many outdoor activities are centered around the mountains. Everything from rock climbing, to skiing, to hiking are all centered around these beautiful mountains.

Which sentence could be added to further support the central idea? (2 points)

Montana is a state that also has beautiful mountains.

The New River Gorge Bridge is a popular tourist attraction.

West Virginia's tallest mountain is Spruce Knob.

West Virginia broke away from Virginia to become its own state in 1863.
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Read the passage below. Then, answer the question that follows.

The world of competitive gymnastics mixes athletic and artistic skills. Gymnasts spend hours practicing complicated routines. They also learn from their peers to develop strength, flexibility, and grace.

Some gymnasts perform on special equipment like the balance beam, uneven bars, and vault. Others combine elements of dance with challenging moves like twists and somersaults for creative floor routines. Their precision and presentation are scored in competition. Points are awarded based on the difficulty and accuracy of the moves.

There's more to competitive gymnastics than scores. Behind the scenes, gymnasts spend countless hours training to in order to build strength and perfect their technique. Gymnasts learn how to overcome both physical and mental challenges. They develop strong bonds with and learn from their teammates. They also train for years with coaches and choreographers to improve their skills.

Gymnasts such as Simone Biles and Kohei Uchimura are famous for wowing audiences with their energy, elegance, and athleticism. Their successes make it clear that competitive gymnastics is not just a thrilling sport, but a form of artistic expression.

This text contains the following two central ideas:

Competitive gymnastics requires both athletic skill and creativity.
Competitive gymnasts work hard with the help of others to improve.

How does the author develop these two central ideas? (2 points)

By describing how perfect a gymnast's technique needs to be

By describing the different types of equipment used in competitive gymnastics

By describing the successes of famous competitive gymnasts

By describing the many ways gymnasts train and perform

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions:

8. How does the third sentence ("That makes walking ...") support the central idea of the paragraph?
Answer: It points out that walking is a good introduction to exercise for beginners.

9. Identify the central idea of this paragraph.
Answer: Judy Blume has been a very busy and gifted writer. (explicit)

10. Explain whether the central idea is explicit or implicit in this paragraph.
Answer: It is explicit because it is directly stated in the paragraph.

11. Which of the following lists represents text evidence pieces that all support the central idea in this paragraph?
Answer: Many awards, can write for multiple audiences, 30 novels

12. Which sentence could be added to further support the central idea in this paragraph?
Answer: Averaging a book a year, Blume's many works have been sold around the world.

13. Based on the article title, what is the central idea of the article?
Answer: Philadelphians want to repeal the soda tax because it's immoral.

14. Which sentence could be added to further support the central idea?
Answer: The New River Gorge Bridge is a popular tourist attraction.

15. How does the author develop these two central ideas?
Answer: By describing the many ways gymnasts train and perform.