A Saguaro

1. Which sentence could be added after sentence 3 to strengthen the introduction to this paper?

• A. There are many different types of cactus that grow in the desert.

• B. Deserts feature extremely high temperatures and dry conditions.

• C. The saguaro cactus is not only known for its impressive size but also for its geographical uniqueness and remarkable longevity

• Deserts can be found in many places around the world.

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The world "although" does not appropriately connect the two clauses in sentence 6. Which word should replace the word although?

• while

• if

• unless

• because

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What is the best way to revise sentence 15?

• The saguaro cactus provides food and shelter for many desert dwellers such as coyotes, foxes, squirrels, and birds.

• The saguaro cactus provides things for desert dwellers, or birds and animals that live in a desert.

• The saguaro cactus provides some important things for many different animals like coyotes.

• The saguaro cactus provides things for many birds, insects, and animals.

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Jerry would like to add the following sentence to the third paragraph: "By age 100, a saguaro cactus may reach a height of 25 feet." Where is the BEST place to insert this sentence?"

• After sentence 10

• After sentence 11

• After sentence 13

• After sentence 14

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Which sentence could be added in the last paragraph to make Jerry's position in this paragraph clearer?

• To fully appreciate the saguaro cactus, you must see one up close.

• It is fun to go to one of the national parks when you go on vacation.

• There are dozens of fascinating places to visit in Arizona.

• Hiking is a good way to get exercise and view the landscape.

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Which sentence could be added in the last paragraph to support Jerry's viewpoint that the saguaro are "magnificent"?

• Many plants and animals live in the Sonoran Desert.

• Hawks build nests in the branches of the saguaro cactus.

• Amazingly, the park is dotted with almost two million saguaro cacti!

• Mica Mountain is the highest peak in Saguaro National Park.