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Before you read
Test yourself first: 5 questions
Question 1 of 5
The prefix 'pre-' in the word 'preview' tells you the action happens:
Answer: B. 'Pre-' means before, so a preview is a look at something beforehand.
Question 2 of 5
An author's 'point of view' refers to their:
Answer: B. Point of view is the position or attitude from which the author writes.
Question 3 of 5
An editorial in a newspaper is written mainly to:
Answer: B. An editorial presents the writer's viewpoint to persuade readers.
Question 4 of 5
A persuasive speech is designed mainly to:
Answer: B. A persuasive speech aims to convince listeners to accept a viewpoint or take action.
Question 5 of 5
Read: 'The crowd groaned when the home team missed the shot.' You can infer that the crowd felt:
Answer: B. A groan after a missed shot shows disappointment.
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