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What is the author's purpose of this writing? HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Northwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets and you will enjoy having one. They are only $17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today! Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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What is the author's purpose of this writing? Calligraphy is a form of handwriting. A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas, certificates and other awards are written in calligraphy. It is an interesting form of handwriting. Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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What is the author's purpose of this writing? Katina and her brother, Jess were playing with the water hose outside one day. Jess was hiding from Katina so she wouldn't squirt him with the water. The back door opened and Katina pointed the water hose toward the door. It was Mom and she was dripping wet! Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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What is the author's purpose of this writing? Judy Glen's amazing Wrinkle Remover cream will make you look younger in thirty days or less. This remarkable cream has special ingredients to make your wrinkles disappear. The cost for a thirty day supply is $25.99. Send your check to P.O. Box 00002, Shelton, CA 74836. Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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What is the author's purpose of this writing? Thomas was not happy one little bit.  His sister, Susan was making honor roll again.  His parents would allow her to do anything she wanted to do.  Thomas was not making honor roll this time and he was not going to be allowed to do all the things he wanted to do.  Poor Thomas!  He would just have to study harder and get back on the honor roll.
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What is the author's purpose of the writing about Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder's life events?

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What is the purpose of the statement: "Each pair of our electric socks is made of 100% nylon. Two nine-volt batteries are included. The price is $16.95."? Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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What is the purpose of the statement: "People should eat more bananas. Bananas taste good and are good for you. Their skins keep them clean. Eat a banana a day to keep the doctor away."? Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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What kind of shoes do you make from banana skins?

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Banana Shake
Put one peeled, chopped banana in a blender.  Add milk and one scoop of your favorite ice cream.  Blend for one minute.  Pour into a glass and enjoy.
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