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 2.
 
If you need to carry a heavy load of 
books, why is A16 a better choice
than A17?
A 
A17 holds only 6 pounds. 
B 
A16 comes in red.
C 
A16 has padded shoulder straps.
D 
A17 has too many pockets.
 3.
 
Why might A18 be difficult to use?
A 
It will not get ruined in the rain.
B 
It comes in gray.
C 
Its straps are not padded.
D 
It holds up to 10 pounds.
 4.
 
The main purpose of the advertisement 
is to 
.
A 
get people to buy a backpack
B 
tell how useful backpacks are
C 
show and describe several backpacks
D 
teach how to use a backpack
STRATEGY PRACTICE
Circle the information in the advertisement that you think
is most important to know when you buy a backpack.
Visual Information
DAY 3
A16
A17
A18
Blue or red. Good in all kinds of
weather. Holds up to 25 pounds.
Outside pockets. Padded
shoulder straps.
Black or tan. Large pouch with
button. Padded shoulder straps.
Holds up to 6 pounds.
Gray. Good in all kinds of
weather. Two zippered pockets.
Wide shoulder straps. Holds 
up to 10 pounds.
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Daily Reading Comprehension • EMC 3453 • © Evan-Moor Corp.
WEEK 24
DAY 4
READ THE PASSAGE
Notice what information is given in the selection.
Toys Through Time
Long ago, children made their own toys. They used whatever they could find, 
such as boxes, yarn, and paper. Their toys were simple. Today, toys are bought in 
stores. Many are electronic and are operated by small computers. These toys 
have parts that light up, talk, or move. 
The timeline below shows when some popular toys were invented.