Author's Purpose and Message

1. What is the author’s main purpose for writing this text?

• To entertain readers with a humorous story about Maya’s experience at the park.

• To inform readers about the importance of recycling and park maintenance.

• To persuade readers to volunteer in their communities.

• To persuade and inspire readers by showing how one small action can lead to big changes.

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What is the author’s message in this story?

• Recycling is an important part of protecting the environment.

• Helping others is a way to create lasting friendships.

• Positive change can start with one person’s small actions.

• Parks are valuable spaces that everyone should care for.

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Which detail best supports the idea that Leo inspired Maya to take action?

• Maya planned to take a quiet stroll and read her book.

• Leo refused help and insisted on doing the work himself.

• Maya began bringing her own recyclables and invited friends to join.

• Years later, Maya reflected on how the park had changed.

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 Why did the author include the detail about Maya inviting her friends to join the cleanup?

• To show how one person’s actions can influence others.

• To describe how Maya liked spending time with her friends.

• To explain how recycling became a hobby for Maya.

• To emphasize the challenges of cleaning a park alone.

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