Grade 3 Day 13

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What's Your Cycle Style?

"C'mon, Devon, let's go for a ride," Janey said, snapping the chin strap of her bike helmet.

Devon eyed Janey's mountain bike. "Where do you want to go?"

"Somewhere bumpy and hilly and fun," Janey grinned.

Devon frowned. "I can't go to Monster Trails Park, Janey. My bike isn't made for that."

Janey sighed as she shook her head and stared at the skinny tires on Devon's 18-speed road bike. "Why don't you get a mountain bike like mine? You'd have more fun. I'm going to be the next girl star of mountain biking. I'm going to race, and I'm going to get into the Olympics. Don't you want to do that?"

Devon shook his head. "I like road racing that's smooth and fast. I could race in the Tour de France like Lance Armstrong. And this kind of biking is in the Olympics too."

Janey sighed. "See you around."

Devon shrugged. "I'll see you at the Olympics."

Biking and Its Benefits

What do you like best about biking? Is it the freedom of riding over to your best friend's house? Is it the strong, confident feeling you get by using your muscles to power a piece of metal and rubber down the road? Or is it the thrill you get from barreling down a bumpy mountain trail that jolts your bones and sprays you with mud?

Riding a bike can be fun, good for you, and exciting too. A bike can also be your main mode of transportation. The Bicycle Council says that the main reason Americans use bikes is for recreation. The use of bikes for fitness and transportation to school or work rate much lower. If you've ever been in Europe, you know that thousands of people use bicycles to get to and from work. Those who ride bikes to and from work or school tend to be more fit than those who ride in cars and buses. Also, biking doesn't cause air pollution or use up any natural resources.

Types of Bikes and Biking

The most important type of bike is one that you can use safely. Get a bike that will suit the activity you plan to use it for. Your choices include the following:

Mountain bike. Fat, knobby tires grip dirt trails and uneven surfaces. Up to 27 gears. Straight, level handlebars.

Road bike. Sleek, lightweight racing bikes made for speed and long distance. Very skinny tires, lots of gears, and handlebars that curve downward so that you bend forward when riding.

Street bike. Cruiser bikes that usually have one gear. Used most often by adults for basic transportation.

BMX bike. Used in Bicycle Motocross (BMX) racing. Includes racing, tricks and stunts, and jumping. Also called dirt jumping.

Runt bike. Very small bike that looks like a cross between a bike and a scooter.

Cyclo-cross. Used for a sport that combines road and mountain bike racing. Contestants run and carry the bike during the race.

Hybrid bikes. Have features of different types of bikes.

Physical and Mental Exercise

Janey likes biking excitement. Devon enjoys endurance biking. Both styles are fun. And both make you strong by exercising your muscles, heart, and lungs.

Biking exercises your brain too--you need to learn safety rules, and the rules of the road. And if you do compete, there are even more rules to learn. Working out a winning strategy is also brain exercise.

Finding Other Bikers

The great thing about biking is that you can do it by yourself. But it's also fun to do with others. Here are a few places to meet other bikers:

Bike rodeos. Learn safety and road rules, practice safe cycling, and have your bike safety-checked.

Bike clubs. There are mountain biking clubs, touring clubs, racing clubs, and more.

Races. Many clubs hold races, and you don't have to be a member to enter.
Check with your local newspaper, bike shop, school, the YMCA, or a recreation center for information about these events and clubs.

Devon and Janey know what kind of biking they want to do. If you plan on general biking fun, a hybrid bike will be fine. Visit a bike shop and talk with someone who knows a lot about the different types of bikes. Then have fun with your cycling!

Cycle Safely

May is National Bicycle Safety Month. The National Bicycle Safety Network works to improve biking safety. They offer these tips:

Wear a helmet. Learn how to wear it correctly. Be sure it meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission standards.

Obey stop signs. And learn the other rules of the road.

Do regular bike safety checks. Be sure everything works properly, especially the brakes.

Avoid night riding. If you must ride at night, use a headlight. Wear reflective clothing. Your bike should have reflectors on it.

Make sure your bike fits. Here's how:
Sit on the seat with your hands on the handlebar. The balls of both feet should touch the ground.

If it's a boy's bike, straddle the center bar. Keep both feet flat on the ground. There should be an inch between your crotch and the bar.

Sit on the seat with one pedal down. Place your foot on the pedal. Your knee should be slightly bent.
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According to the text, what is the main reason Americans use bikes?* This field is required.
for excitement
for recreation
for fitness
for transportation
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How does the author begin the text?* This field is required.
The author gives us an introduction to biking through a short introductory dialogue.
The author writes an introduction about the history of biking.
The author starts the text with biking safety tips.
The author begins by listing different types of bikes.
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Read these sentences from the text. What is the author suggesting in these sentences?* This field is required.The Bicycle Council says that the main reason Americans use bikes is for recreation. The use of bikes for fitness and transportation to school or work rate much lower. If you've ever been in Europe, you know that thousands of people use bicycles to get to and from work.
Europeans are more skilled at bicycle riding.
Americans cause less pollution than Europeans, and therefore do not have to worry about bicycling for environmental reasons.
Europeans have more money than Americans and can therefore afford the hobby of bicycling.
Europeans use their bikes for transportation more frequently than Americans.
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Based on the text, what is something bicyclists should do to stay safe?* This field is required.
Bicyclists should always wear dark clothing when riding.
Bicyclists should always stay on the sidewalk.
Bicyclists should make sure that they are visible.
Bicyclists should only ride mountain bikes.
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What is the main idea of the text?* This field is required.
The best use for a bicycle is as a type of exercise, even though biking is a very dangerous way to exercise.
There are many different reasons why people use bicycles and many benefits to cycling.
Mountain bikes can be used on many different surfaces, including roads.
Many people in Europe use bikes to get to work, but people in the US don’t bike to work, because they’re afraid of sweating.
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The data shows the number of new students in Grade 2 class. Use the data below to answer the questions.
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What year had the most students that were new?* This field is required.
2017
2021
2020
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How many more new 2nd grade students were in 2021 than 2017?* This field is required.
5
4
7
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What was the total number of new students in grade 2 from 2017-2021?* This field is required.
30
34
36
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Which year had the least number of new 2nd grade students?* This field is required.
2017
2019
2021
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How many more 2nd grade students did 2017 and 2018 have together than 2019?* This field is required.
5
3
1
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The Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous symbols of the United States. It stands on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. The statue was a gift from France in 1886 to celebrate freedom and friendship between the two countries.

The Statue of Liberty is a tall green figure of a woman wearing a robe. She holds a torch high in her right hand. The torch stands for freedom and hope. In her left hand, she holds a tablet with the date July 4, 1776—the day the United States became a free country.

At her feet, there are broken chains, which represent the end of slavery and tyranny. The statue is over 300 feet tall from the ground to the top of the torch!

Millions of people have seen the Statue of Liberty. Long ago, when immigrants came to America by ship, it was the first thing they saw. To them, it meant a new life and new chances.

The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom, welcome, and the American Dream.
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Where is the Statue of Liberty located?* This field is required.
Washington, D.C.
Liberty Island, New York
Boston
San Francisco
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What country gave the Statue of Liberty to the United States?* This field is required.
England
Canada
France
Germany
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When did the U.S. receive the Statue of Liberty?* This field is required.
1776
1800
1886
2000
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What does the torch in her right hand stand for?* This field is required.
Light
Fire
Freedom and hope
Power
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What is written on the tablet the statue holds?* This field is required.
“In God We Trust”
The national anthem
July 4, 1776
The Pledge of Allegiance
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What do the broken chains at her feet represent?* This field is required.
War
Ending slavery and tyranny
Fashion
Heavy work
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What color is the Statue of Liberty?* This field is required.
Blue
White
Gold
Green
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How tall is the Statue of Liberty?* This field is required.
10 feet
100 feet
Over 300 feet
1,000 feet
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What did immigrants think when they saw the Statue of Liberty?* This field is required.
They were scared
It meant a new life
It was just a statue
They should turn back
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What does the Statue of Liberty stand for today?* This field is required.
Money
Rules
Freedom and welcome
Fame and beauty
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Put a book on a table. With one hand, push the book a little bit. What happens?* This field is required.
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Now put one hand on each side of the book. Push with both hands toward the middle. Try to put equal force on the book with each hand. What happens?* This field is required.
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