Discovering Author's Purpose in 3rd Grade Reading

What is the primary goal of the video tutorial?

• To sell workbooks

• To discuss the author's purpose in writing

• To prepare students for a math test

• To promote tutoring services

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

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CCSS.RL.5.6

Which of the following is NOT a reason authors write according to the video?

• To persuade

• To inform

• To argue

• To explain

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CCSS.RI.2.6

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

What example is used in the video to illustrate the purpose of entertainment?

• Information about M&M's

• A magic frog granting wishes

• Directions to a house

• Skittles being delicious

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

What is the main purpose of the author's purpose section in the video?

• To sell more workbooks

• To prepare students for a reading test

• To explain why authors write

• To promote the tutoring service

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

In the passage about stage fright, what physical symptoms are mentioned?

• Fever and cough

• Stomach pain and dizziness

• Headache and blurred vision

• Sweaty hands and a dry mouth

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.1.2

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CCSS.RL.5.2

According to the video, how does the author engage the reader in the stage fright passage?

• By providing statistical data

• By describing a personal experience

• By interviewing an expert

• By asking them to imagine being in a play

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

What is the correct answer to the comprehension question about the author's technique in the stage fright passage?

• To demonstrate acting skills

• To help understand the experience of stage fright

• To share a personal story

• To encourage trying out for a play

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

How did Mariah Carey overcome her stage fright according to the video?

• By taking medication

• By practicing and gaining confidence

• By retiring from singing

• By avoiding performances

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CCSS.RI.1.7

CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RL.3.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

What does the video suggest about stage fright?

• It does not affect professional artists

• It can be managed and overcome

• It only affects performers

• It is incurable

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CCSS.RI.1.6

CCSS.RI.1.7

CCSS.RI.2.7

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Which example supports the author's opinion that stage fright can be overcome?

• General information about stage fright

• Description of physical stress reactions

• Mariah Carey's personal experience

• The reaction of Mariah Carey's fans

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.5.2