* Learning Goal
Read both texts. Think about what each author wants the reader to know, feel, or do. This is practice set 10 of 10.
1 Text A
Notice how the author presents facts and useful information.
Text A: Healthy Lunch Program
The school cafeteria will add more fruit, vegetables, and whole-grain choices to the daily menu starting in January. The nutrition team reviewed student feedback and found that many students wanted more variety.
New options will include fresh salad bowls, baked sweet potato fries, and fruit smoothies. The cafeteria will also post nutrition facts near the serving line so students can make informed choices.
2 Text B
Notice how the author tries to persuade the reader.
Text B: Choose Better Lunches
What you eat at lunch affects how you feel for the rest of the school day. Students who choose balanced meals with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains often have more energy and focus during afternoon classes.
Support the new menu and give healthier options a try. You might be surprised at how good a fresh salad or a fruit smoothie can taste — and how much better you feel afterward.
3 Compare and Explain
Use both texts to support your answers.
1. What is the author's purpose in Text A?
2. What is the author's purpose in Text B?
3. Which text is more persuasive, and what details make it persuasive?
4. If you wanted simple facts, which text would be more useful? Why?
✦ SBA-Style Reflection
Answer using evidence from your work above. On the state test (Smarter Balanced), you will need to explain your thinking clearly.
Constructed Response: Look at your answers above. Choose one and explain how you decided on your answer. Use at least one detail or example.