Read the passage:
"In her article about community gardens, the author describes how neighbors worked together to grow fresh vegetables. She shares their success stories and explains how the gardens improved the community. The author believes this idea could help other neighborhoods too."

What is the author’s perspective in this passage?

How does the setting influence the events in a mystery that takes place in a dark forest?

Read the paragraph:

Some people believe zoos protect animals, while others say animals shouldn’t live in cages. In this article, the author argues that zoos play an important role in conservation. They provide safe environments, protect endangered species, and teach the public about wildlife.

Part A: What is the author’s claim in this paragraph?

Read the paragraph:

Honeybees play a vital role in the environment. As they gather nectar, bees also transfer pollen between flowers, which helps plants grow and produce fruit. This process is called pollination, and it affects many of the foods people eat, like apples, almonds, and blueberries. In recent years, the honeybee population has declined because of habitat loss, pesticide use, and disease. Scientists are working hard to understand and solve the problem so that bees can continue to support healthy ecosystems.

PART A - What is the central idea of this paragraph?

Read the paragraph:

Honeybees play a vital role in the environment. As they gather nectar, bees also transfer pollen between flowers, which helps plants grow and produce fruit. This process is called pollination, and it affects many of the foods people eat, like apples, almonds, and blueberries. In recent years, the honeybee population has declined because of habitat loss, pesticide use, and disease. Scientists are working hard to understand and solve the problem so that bees can continue to support healthy ecosystems.

PART B - Which two details support the central idea? (Select two.)

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In the last ten years, cities around the world have added hundreds of bike lanes to busy streets. These lanes create safer spaces for cyclists, encourage people to ride bikes instead of drive, and reduce traffic and air pollution. Some drivers complain that bike lanes take up space and slow traffic, but recent studies show that cities with bike lanes actually see fewer car accidents and improved traffic flow. More and more city leaders are now considering ways to expand bike lane programs.

What is the author’s perspective about adding bike lanes in cities?