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Read the paragraph.Kev’s first experience as a babysitter was pure chaos. His four-year-old charge demonstrated karate moves (at the expense of two potted plants), and the toddler’s tantrums were remarkable. When Kev wisely offered lunch as a diversion, the macaroni and cheese could not be contained to the plates or table. Playtime outside was a welcome relief, as was the payment for babysitting when the parents returned home.

A
to persuade readers to consider babysitting
B
to entertain readers with an anecdote about babysitting
C
to inform readers of ways to entertain children
D
to persuade readers of the benefits of part-time work
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Read the graph from "Career Planning for High Schoolers."

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$75,000
B
$100,000
C
$80,000
D
$45,000
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Read the excerpt from "Career Planning for High Schoolers."About two-thirds of high school graduates from the class of 2013 enrolled in college that fall, according to BLS: 42 percent in baccalaureate (4-year) colleges and 24 percent in 2-year schools. Of the remaining one-third of 2013 graduates, who opted not to go to college, 74 percent entered the labor force.College-bound high school graduates may not know it, but BLS data show that wages are usually higher, and unemployment rates lower, for people who continue their education after high school.Now, read the graph.

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A
It provides information about college-bound students.
B
It shows the higher salaries associated with degrees.
C
It illustrates the variety of careers available.
D
It demonstrates the growth of the work force.
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Read the paragraph.North Run High School hosts a wide variety of clubs. Some clubs are academic, such as the debate club, foreign-language clubs, and the chess team. Other clubs are service-oriented, such as the Key Club. The most popular club at North Run is the Future Business Leaders of America, which boasts 165 members.

A
to persuade readers to join a high school club
B
to persuade readers that the business club is the best
C
to inform readers about North Run’s club offerings
D
to entertain readers with a story about club activities
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Read the paragraph.The process is simple, but the results could be extraordinary. Fill out an application at Lakeside Park today. Working as a park monitor will provide hours of fun in the sun this summer and a glimpse of a career in forestry. Full- and part-time jobs are now available. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy life at the lake. Seize this opportunity now!

A
to entertain readers with an anecdote about working at a park
B
to inform readers about the responsibilities of a park monitor
C
to inform readers about careers in the forestry industry
D
to persuade readers to apply for employment at the park
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Read the excerpt from "Career Planning for High Schoolers."Summer or part-time employment is another way to get experience. Paid jobs allow you to earn money, which can help you learn how to budget and save for future goals or expenses.For some students, summer is a great time to explore careers through employment. As the chart shows, young people worked in a variety of industries in July 2014, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).Now, read the chart.

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A
It shares legal regulations about youth employment.
B
It illustrates the positive effects of youth employment.
C
It shows which industries employ teens and young adults.
D
It supports the claim that work can interfere with studies.
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Read the graph from "Career Planning for High Schoolers."

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A
People with less than a high school diploma can expect to earn at least $40,000 per year.
B
People with a master’s degree can expect to earn over $80,000 per year.
C
People with doctoral and professional degrees all earn in excess of $120,000 per year.
D
People with a degree beyond a high school diploma often earn more than $40,000 per year.
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How do the subheadings under "After High School” contribute to the organization of "Career Planning for High Schoolers."?

A
by informing readers of the education options being described
B
by defining key terms essential to college applications
C
by providing links to supplemental sources of information
D
by sharing students’ insights about life after graduation
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What are the three main purposes for writing?

A
to inform
B
to persuade
C
to impress
D
to entertain
E
to prevent
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Read the chart from "Career Planning for High Schoolers."

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A
Majors in social sciences lead to above-average starting salaries
B
Majors in education lead to above-average starting salaries.
C
Majors in humanities lead to above-average starting salaries.
D
Majors in engineering and tech lead to above-average starting salaries.

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