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    On Tuesday, scientists announced that they have identified the fossil remains of the smallest dinosaur ever to roam North America. The bones were discovered 30 years ago in Colorado. (choose 1)

    • To entertain
    • To inform
    • To persuade
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The 'Purpose of Text' quiz assesses understanding of different text purposes: to inform, entertain, or persuade. It features diverse contexts from school fundraising to blogging, enhancing critical reading and comprehension skills.

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    In naval aviation, the AWACS (Airborne Early Warning Command and Control System) plane, or Hawkeye, serves as an air traffic controller, monitoring the airspace around a carrier fleet. It is responsible for surveillance of enemy aircraft and ships as well as directing helicopters to survivors and guarding against air collisions. In addition to servicing the Navy, Hawkeye planes have been used in rescue operations of civilians during hurricane evacuations.

    • To entertain

    • To inform

    • To persuade

    Correct Answer
    A. To inform
    Explanation
    The given passage provides information about the role and responsibilities of the AWACS plane, also known as Hawkeye, in naval aviation. It explains that the plane serves as an air traffic controller, monitors the airspace around a carrier fleet, conducts surveillance of enemy aircraft and ships, directs helicopters to survivors, and guards against air collisions. It also mentions that Hawkeye planes have been used in rescue operations of civilians during hurricane evacuations. Therefore, the passage is intended to inform the reader about the functions and uses of the Hawkeye plane in naval aviation.

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    I really don't think that students should be paid for good grades. Students should just want to get good grades. It's also not fair to kids who work hard but don't always get good grades on tests. Don't you think?

    • To entertain

    • To inform

    • To persuade

    Correct Answer
    A. To persuade
    Explanation
    The passage is expressing an opinion about whether students should be paid for good grades. The writer argues against the idea, stating that students should be motivated by their own desire to achieve good grades. The writer also points out that it would be unfair to students who work hard but may not always perform well on tests. This indicates that the purpose of the passage is to persuade the reader to agree with the writer's viewpoint.

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    The group turned down yet another hall that opened into a jungle-like area with flowers and small trees and sunshine that filtered through skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows. (choose 1)

    • To persuade

    • To argue

    • To discuss

    • To describe

    Correct Answer
    A. To describe
    Explanation
    The passage describes a group turning down a hall that leads to a jungle-like area with flowers, small trees, sunshine, skylights, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The purpose of this sentence is to provide a vivid and detailed description of the surroundings. It does not indicate any attempt to persuade, argue, or discuss anything. Therefore, the correct answer is "To describe."

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    Kids at Morning Star Elementary School, in Bozeman, Montana, turned ideas into actions. Their fifth-grade class raised money for the Red Cross and Haiti. They collected more than $1,100.

    • To entertain

    • To inform

    • To persuade

    Correct Answer
    A. To inform
    Explanation
    The given passage states that the fifth-grade class at Morning Star Elementary School in Bozeman, Montana, raised money for the Red Cross and Haiti by collecting more than $1,100. This information is meant to inform the reader about the actions taken by the students to raise funds for a charitable cause. Therefore, the correct answer is "To inform."

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    Game night at our house was hilarious when we played Cranium with two teams of three. Imagine Abram, the savvy surfer, doing an impression of Marilyn Monroe singing "Happy Birthday." Or Dave, the macho bodybuilder, swinging his hips and singing a medley of Madonna's songs. But the most memorable was George's Cranium Doodle hint for the architectural term "flying buttress." It was, well, side-splittingly outrageous!

    • To entertain

    • To inform

    • To persuade

    Correct Answer
    A. To entertain
    Explanation
    The passage describes a game night where the author and their friends played Cranium and had a hilarious time. The purpose of the game night was to entertain everyone involved, as evidenced by the funny and outrageous actions and impressions performed by the players. There is no indication that the passage is meant to inform or persuade the reader about anything specific, making "To entertain" the most fitting explanation for the given correct answer.

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    Circadian rhythms have fascinated scientists for many years. Recognizing that the eye nerves translate information to the brain about the time of day, scientists observe that we adapt to the conditions around us. Also, these researchers have recently discovered that not everyone is alike. For example, teenagers are nocturnal. That is, they are more active at night but do not function as well early in the morning.

    • To entertain

    • To inform

    • To persuade

    Correct Answer
    A. To inform
    Explanation
    The passage is focused on providing information about circadian rhythms and how they affect different individuals, specifically teenagers. The passage does not aim to entertain or persuade the reader, but rather to educate them about the topic. Therefore, the correct answer is "To inform."

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  • 8. 
    The purpose of this text is to (choose 1): - ProProfs

    The purpose of this text is to (choose 1):

    • Persuade

    • Argue

    • Enquire

    • Inform

    Correct Answer
    A. Inform
    Explanation
    The purpose of this text is to inform. This means that the text is intended to provide the reader with information or facts about a particular topic. The text may present information in a straightforward and objective manner, without attempting to persuade or argue a particular point of view. The goal is to educate the reader and increase their knowledge or understanding of the subject matter.

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    Tobacco companies should be forced to pay lucrative settlements to anyone who has become addicted or adversely affected by the use of their products. Anyone who has a loved one who has succumbed to the temptation to use cigarettes can attest to the way the product can swallow souls as well as consumers' wallets. The clinical evidence of the devastation created by secondhand smoke is compelling enough for legislators to consider legal action against the powerful corporations. Unfortunately, tobacco companies have traditionally provided strong financial support for many political candidates. Write your congressional representative and express your outrage!

    • To entertain

    • To enquire

    • To persuade

    Correct Answer
    A. To persuade
    Explanation
    The passage is advocating for the idea that tobacco companies should be forced to pay settlements to those who have been negatively affected by their products. The author presents personal anecdotes and clinical evidence to support their argument, and encourages readers to take action by writing to their congressional representatives. The overall purpose of the passage is to persuade the reader to support legal action against tobacco companies.

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  • 10. 
    The main purpose of this text is to (choose 1): - ProProfs

    The main purpose of this text is to (choose 1):

    • Inform

    • Persuade

    • Instruct

    • Discuss

    Correct Answer
    A. Inform
    Explanation
    The purpose of the text is to provide information. It aims to convey facts, details, or knowledge about a particular subject to the reader. The text may present information in a straightforward manner, without attempting to persuade or instruct the reader. Its main goal is to inform and educate the audience about a specific topic.

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  • 11. 
    This text is mainly written to (choose 1) - ProProfs

    This text is mainly written to (choose 1)

    • Inform

    • Discuss

    • Persuade

    • Enquire

    Correct Answer
    A. Persuade
    Explanation
    The text is written to persuade the reader. This can be inferred from the fact that the text is trying to convince or influence the reader to take a particular action or adopt a certain viewpoint. The purpose of the text is not to simply inform or discuss a topic, but rather to persuade the reader to believe or do something.

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    If you are interested in sharing your ideas with like-minded people who can comment on your writing, you may want to try blogging. Blogging is short for "Web logging," logging on to a Web site where you can upload your writing and ask other "bloggers" to post their comments. (CHOOSE 2 ANSWERS)

    • To entertain

    • To inform

    • To persuade

    • To enquire

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. To inform
    A. To persuade
    Explanation
    The correct answer is to inform and to persuade. The passage discusses the concept of blogging and suggests that it can be used as a platform to upload writing and ask for comments from other bloggers. This implies that the purpose of blogging is to share information and ideas with others, as well as potentially persuade them to agree with your viewpoint.

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