Editorial Development: Bonnie Brook Communications

 1. The author most likely wrote this passage in order 
to 
.
A 
explain how hair is created in the subcutis
B 
describe the functions of human skin
C 
explain how human organs work together
D 
describe how melanin affects skin color
 2. Why did the author include the number of skin 
cells shed per day?
A 
to describe a skin disease
B 
to explain ways to prevent skin-cell loss
C 
to illustrate the rate of skin-cell replacement
D 
to prove that skin has three layers
 3. Why did the author explain the three layers of 
human skin?
A 
to show the repetitive functions of the layers
B 
to describe the different functions of the layers
C 
to persuade readers to take better care of
their skin
D 
to teach readers to recognize skin layers
 4. Which of these statements about skin would the 
author most likely agree with?
A 
Skin is a surprisingly important part of the body.
B 
Because skin has three layers, you do not have 
to treat it with care.
C 
Skin is the most important sensory organ.
D 
It is easy to see why many people have skin 
problems.
STRATEGY PRACTICE
If you were writing about how skin cuts heal, which information would be most useful?
 
 
Author’s Purpose
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Daily Reading Comprehension • EMC 3458 • © Evan-Moor Corp.
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WEEK 20
DAY 2
READ THE PASSAGE
Think about what the author wants readers to consider.
How Important Is Fashion?
Is looking fashionable more important than being comfortable? Many people seem to think so, 
judging by the things they wear. But fashion is not everything. It is more important to be a healthy and 
good person.
People go to great lengths to be fashionable. Some people think they have to have a certain body 
type, so they go on extreme, unhealthy diets in order to change their bodies. In addition, many women 
wear uncomfortable fashions, such as high-heeled shoes that create blisters, tight body shapers that limit 
blood flow, and sticky false eyelashes. Men and women alike spend time and money on products that 
change their natural hair color and use hot irons and blow dryers to curl or straighten their hair. Some 
people spend several hours a day in front of a mirror. Is fashion important enough to spend so much time 
and effort on changing how you look?
If the purpose of fashion is to make a person feel good, it does not make sense that he or she would 
go through so much discomfort to be fashionable. Fashion should not come first. People should prioritize 
being healthy and positive. What people wear does not indicate anything about their personalities. Instead 
of spending hours choosing an outfit, perhaps you should call your friends and do something together! 
Instead of going on strict diets and starving, why not eat some healthy foods (and a treat, too) and then 
exercise? By doing these things, you can maintain a healthy lifestyle and truly grow as a person.