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Animals
#1 A story about two dogs riding a bus. entertain
#2 A book about where bears live and what bears eat. inform
#3 A newspaper article announcing the arrival of a baby panda bear at the zoo. inform
#4 A letter to the school principal explaining why each classroom should have a pet. pursuade
#5 A poem about snakes. entertain
Science
#1 An article discussing the need for recycling. pursuade
#2 An article about the research being done at the International Space Station. inform
#3 A book about our solar system. inform
#4 A poem about an alien visitor. entertain
#5 A report about the first man to walk on the moon. inform
School
#1 A letter to the principal explaining why students should be allowed to wear hats. pursuade
#2 An article about the new food that will be available to students during lunch. inform
#3 A book about a childs first day of school. entertain
#4 The school code of conduct booklet. inform
#5 A newspaper article announcing the name of the new elementary school counselor. inform
Sports
#1 A book about a boys first basketball game. entertain
#2 An article about the most popular Olympic sport. inform
#3 An email sent to the principle explaining why the students need new soccer goals. pursuade
#4 The book of basketball rules. inform
#5 A book about a girls first dance recital. entertain
Entertainment
#1 A book about the life of Justin Bieber. inform
#2 A billboard advertising the upcoming release of Madagascar 3. pursuade
#3 An article about Disney channel's new T.V. show. inform
#4 A flyer requesting donations for the new performing arts center. persuade
#5 A story about a girl who lives a double life as a rock-star and an average teenager. entertain
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