Newsela Formative (11/2/2023)

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4 questions
1. Read the article
2. Highlight unknown words in the color, pink.
3. Answer each question.
4. Read the writing prompt. Next, type your answer using the RACE strategy.
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Read the paragraph from the section “How To Make A Pumpkin Puree.” If you're making a pie, you'll need puree. Carefully slice your pumpkin in half. Cut off the stem and scrape out the seeds. Put the halves face down in a baking dish, cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees for an hour and a half until soft. Remove the flesh and puree it in a food processor. To remove some of the water, wrap the puree in a kitchen towel and let it drain in a colander for an hour. What conclusion is BEST supported by the paragraph?

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Read the section “Where Do Pumpkins Come From?” Which sentence from the section suggests that pumpkins can be a good part of a healthy diet?

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How effective is the introduction [paragraphs 1-4] at introducing the topic of picking pumpkins?

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Read the section “Pick A Winner At The Pumpkin Patch.” What does this section show that other sections do not?