Question 1

Which quote from the selection is the example of Gustave Eiffel's point of view?

Accepted Answer

" 'I ought to be jealous of the tower, it is much more famous than I am.' "

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"Artists in Paris protested the tower, calling it 'vertiginously ridiculous' and 'barbarous.' "

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" 'The man behind the masterpiece gradually disappeared in the towering shadow of his creation.' "

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"He couldn't understand the criticism surrounding the project."

Question 2

Which explains the author's purpose in writing this selection?

Accepted Answer

to inform the reader about the different types and uses of silk

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to inform the reader that different species of spiders spin silk differently

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to inform the reader that silk might make good vests

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to inform the reader about the chemical composition of silk

Question 3

Which states the author's attitude toward physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Kids should find a fun way to be active.

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Schools should limit students' time on computers.

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Video games encourage kids to be active.

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Kids should do activities that are challenging.

Question 4

How does the author encourage healthy eating?

Accepted Answer

by providing the reader with simple suggestions

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by comparing the nutritional information of healthy and unhealthy food

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by warning the reader about the dangers of gaining too much weight

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by sharing success stories of kids in real life

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