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What is the main idea of this paragraph? Many animals cannot live in dry lands, but some animals are able to do so. For example, gerbils do not need much water. They get all the water they need from food. Gerbils can live in dry places. A camel can also live in dry places. A camel can go for long periods without water.

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Some animals can live in dry lands.

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What is the main idea of this paragraph? Penguins, whether big or small, are good swimmers in the sea. They swim very fast. They use flippers to push their bodies through the water. They have to be fast swimmers because they feed on fish and other water animals.

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Penguins are good swimmers in the sea.

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What is the main idea of this paragraph? The cheetah is the fastest land animal. It can run at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour. This speed helps it catch prey in the wild. Cheetahs use their speed to survive in their natural habitat.

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Cheetahs are the fastest land animals.

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Which sentence provides a supporting detail? The Amazon rainforest is the largest rainforest in the world. It is home to a diverse range of wildlife. Many species found in the Amazon are not found anywhere else on Earth. The rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate.

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Many species found in the Amazon are not found anywhere else on Earth.

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What is the main idea of this paragraph? The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous structures in the world. It was built to protect Chinese states from invasions. The wall stretches over 13,000 miles. It is a symbol of China's historical strength and resilience.

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The Great Wall of China is a famous structure.