Editorial Development: Bonnie Brook Communications

 1. Why did the author write the passage?
A 
to teach readers how to play the violin
B 
to give details about violin parts
C 
to persuade readers to play violins
D 
to inform readers about the history of violins
 2. The author included information about the 
earliest violins to 
.
A 
explain how violins changed over time
B 
show how they were superior to modern violins
C 
persuade readers that the original, larger 
instruments were better
D 
teach readers how to hold the instruments
 3. Which of the following best describes how the 
author probably feels about violins?
A 
disinterested
B 
nervous
C 
respectful
D 
bored
 4. Why did the author include information about 
Antonio Stradivari and Giuseppe Guarneri?
A 
They learned to play the instrument’s
highest notes.
B 
They invented the instrument during the 
Renaissance.
C 
They were famous violin makers.
D 
They wrote music that featured the instrument.
STRATEGY PRACTICE
Which information is most helpful for determining the popularity of the violin?
 
 
Author’s Purpose
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DAY 2
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