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The police showed up to the crime scene quickly.
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1. Police responded quickly, indicating efficiency.
2. Evidence collection (photos, interviews) suggests a thorough investigation.
3. Swift arrest based on witness testimony demonstrates effective police work.
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The police showed up to the crime scene quickly. They took photographs and conducted interviews. The witness told them they saw a man in a red hat running away. A short time later, an officer spotted the suspect. They arrested him quickly and took him to jail.
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Tabitha wanted to make rolls.
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1. Tabitha's limited ingredients created a challenge.
2. Finding a suitable recipe required effort and persistence.
3. The successful outcome (good rolls) suggests problem-solving and resourcefulness.
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Tabitha wanted to make rolls. She had limited ingredients so she needed a particular recipe. It took a lot of searching to find a good fit. Finally she found a recipe that she could reasonably follow. Luckily the rolls turned out really well.
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Mallorie was sleeping over at Jasmine's house.
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1. Scary movies created a sense of unease and fear.
2. A strange noise amplified their fear, disrupting their sleep.
3. Staying up all night with the lights on indicates extreme anxiety and a desire for safety.
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Mallorie was sleeping over at Jasmine's house. The girls had watched scary movies all night. The girls heard a strange noise in the dark. They were too scared to sleep. Mallorie and Jasmine stayed up all night with the lights on.
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Michael was playing with his brothers in their backyard.
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1. The initial desire to play kickball was thwarted by flat balls.
2. Brainstorming indicates problem-solving and collaboration.
3. Successfully pumping up the ball led to the fulfillment of their initial desire to play.
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Michael was playing with his brothers in their backyard. They decided they wanted to play kickball. Unfortunately all of the balls they had were flat. They brainstormed for a long time, trying to figure out a solution. Finally they were able to pump the ball back up and get to playing.
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Tom was driving home.
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1. Rainy conditions created hazardous driving conditions.
2. Losing control of the car was a frightening and dangerous experience.
3. The near-accident resulted in Tom feeling upset, indicating emotional distress.
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Tom was driving home. It was rainy and the streets were slick. Tom hid a slippery spot and lost control for a bit. He gained it back without an accident. The event made Tom upset.
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Samantha was on the cross country team at her school.
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1. Samantha's goal was to improve her mile time.
2. She dedicated herself to rigorous training (running twice a day).
3. Her hard work paid off, resulting in a faster mile time at the next meet.
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Samantha was on the cross country team at her school. She really wanted to improve her mile time. She ran everyday in the morning and at night. She eventually had more stamina to run. At the next meet, she was able to break her mile time.
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Lisa waited almost four hours for her father to arrive home.
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1. The father's late arrival and broken promise created initial concern.
2. News of a fire at his workplace amplified Lisa's anxiety and fear for his safety.
3. The phone call alleviated her worries, confirming his well-being.
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Lisa waited almost four hours for her father to arrive home. He had promised to be home by six that evening. The local news reported that a fire had broken out at his company. She worried that he might've been hurt in the fire. However, around eight-thirty that night, he called to say he was fine.
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You can plant gardenias by transplanting a branch.
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1. The initial action was to transplant a gardenia branch.
2. The branch was planted in the shade, as required.
3. Slow growth suggests the conditions, while correct, may not be optimal, or other factors are at play.
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You can plant gardenias by transplanting a branch. My dad got a branch from his parents. It is supposed to be in the shade. He planted it at the edge of the woods. But it grew slowly.
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Josh liked to tinker with mechanical toys.
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1. Josh's interest in mechanical toys indicates an aptitude for mechanics.
2. Excelling in science and math reinforces his technical abilities.
3. Pursuing an engineering degree aligns with his skills and interests, suggesting a career path.
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Josh liked to tinker with mechanical toys. He was always good at putting things together. Josh excelled at science and math classes. Josh enrolled in college when he was older. He got a degree in engineering.
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Tom was late on his payments.
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1. Late payments led to the threat of foreclosure.
2. Attempts to negotiate payment options were unsuccessful.
3. Failure to resolve the debt resulted in the loss of Tom's house.
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Tom was late on his payments. The bank was threatening to take their house. He tried to work out different payment options. Unfortunately he couldn't come up with it. Tom's house was taken away.
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Tom loved drinking beer.
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1. Tom's love for beer and exploration of flavors drove his actions.
2. Discovering a new liquor store with a vast selection was a positive surprise.
3. Frequent return visits indicate continued satisfaction and enjoyment of the store's offerings.
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Tom loved drinking beer. He was always looking for new flavors. One day he went to a new liquor store he had heard about. Tom was surprised to find a huge variety of beers he hadn't tried. He returned to the store often.
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I bought a pair of Earbuds at Target.
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1. The initial purchase was made at Target for ten dollars.
2. Discovering a much lower price at the Dollar Store created regret.
3. The final feeling is one of disappointment for overpaying.
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I bought a pair of Earbuds at Target. I spent ten dollars. Someone told me they were cheaper at the Dollar Store. They were only a dollar. I wish I had known that before.
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Mary didn't have enough money to eat on.
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1. Mary's lack of funds created a need for food.
2. Exploiting the "birthday" situation presented an opportunity.
3. Accepting the dinner invitation solved her immediate problem of not having food.
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Mary didn't have enough money to eat on. She told new friends it was her birthday. They all wanted to take her to dinner to celebrate. Of course, they want to pay for it. Mary got her free meal!
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I put some coins in a snack machine.
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1. The initial action was to purchase a snack from the machine.
2. The machine malfunctioned, failing to dispense the snack.
3. The refund of coins represents a resolution, albeit an unsatisfying one.
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I put some coins in a snack machine. The snack would not come out. I tried pressing the button again. The snack did not move. I got my coins back from the machine.
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Tina needed a new laptop.
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1. Tina's need for a laptop initiated her request to her parents.
2. Her parents' initial refusal led to a negative reaction (throwing a fit).
3. The parents' eventual capitulation granted Tina her desired laptop, but through negative behavior.
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Tina needed a new laptop. So she begged her parents for one. They said no. Tina then threw a fit. Finally her parents gave into her.
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Caden wanted to play a prank on one of his teachers.
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1. Caden's intention was to play a prank.
2. His choice of a permanent marker backfired, escalating the situation.
3. The consequence of his actions was getting in trouble and having to replace the board.
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Caden wanted to play a prank on one of his teachers. He wrote a mean note on the dry erase board. Caden used permanent marker to write the note. The note wouldn't erase. Caden got in trouble and had to replace the board.
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I had a bad dream.
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1. A bad dream caused physical reactions (kicking covers).
2. Screams during the dream alerted the mother.
3. The mother intervened to wake the dreamer, ending the nightmare.
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I had a bad dream. My dream was so bad, I kicked the covers off. My screams woke my mom. Mom ran in my room. She woke me up to end the dream.
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Charlie got a new transformer toy for his birthday.
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1. Charlie's new toy became a source of conflict with his sister.
2. The parents' intervention (getting the sister a toy) addressed the root cause of the conflict.
3. The resolution led to peaceful play and a harmonious environment.
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Charlie got a new transformer toy for his birthday. But his sister continued to take the toy from him. At last, Charlie's parents got his sister a new toy. Now both kids have toys that they can play with. The fighting has ceased, and they are playing quietly.
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Jeremy was in the war in Afghanistan.
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1. Jeremy's journal was expected to contain insights about the war.
2. The journal's focus on mundane details (food) disappointed the journalist.
3. The lack of compelling content resulted in the journalist discontinuing the interview.
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Jeremy was in the war in Afghanistan. He kept a journal documenting his time there. A journalist asked to read what he wrote. She read the entries, but they just talked about food. The journalist sighed and didn't interview him anymore.
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Tom had a best friend.
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1. Tom's attraction to his best friend's girlfriend created a conflict of interest.
2. Acting on that attraction (hitting on her) violated the friendship's boundaries.
3. The betrayal resulted in the end of the friendship.
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Tom had a best friend. He had a girlfriend. Tom had a big crush on her. He tried to hit on her one day. Tom found out and stopped being friends.
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I made a grilled cheese sandwich.
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1. The intention was to improve the grilled cheese sandwich.
2. Adding too much garlic had the opposite effect, making it inedible for the creator.
3. While a failure for the creator, the sandwich became a welcome meal for the mice.
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I made a grilled cheese sandwich. I decided to spice it up with some garlic. The garlic was so strong that it ruined the sandwich. I threw it in the garbage. Luckily, the mice in my kitchen found it delicious.
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Kim was playing paintball with her boyfriend.
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1. Kim's inexperience with paintball led to her being an easy target.
2. The physical impact of the paintballs caused discomfort and welts.
3. The negative experience resulted in her decision to avoid paintball in the future.
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Kim was playing paintball with her boyfriend. She had never played paintball before. Kim got shot several times during the match. Her skin made welts where she was hit. Kim decided never to play paintball again.
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Jane wanted to eat a spoon of peanut butter.
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1. Jane's desire for peanut butter was initially thwarted by its location.
2. She devised a plan (using a chair) to overcome the obstacle.
3. Her resourcefulness allowed her to satisfy her craving.
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Jane wanted to eat a spoon of peanut butter. Jane's mother always kept the peanut butter on the kitchen counter. Jane was a little girl and could not reach the kitchen counter. Jane used a chair to climb on to reach the peanut butter. Jane got her spoonful of peanut butter and ate it.
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The weather had finally cooled off.
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1. The cooler weather created a desire for warmth and coziness.
2. Gathering around the fireplace provided a source of heat and a focal point for family activity.
3. The combination of warmth, hot chocolate, and family time resulted in a cozy and enjoyable evening.
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The weather had finally cooled off. The family gathered around the fireplace. They loved lighting the first fire of the season! They huddled around it with some hot chocolate. It was a cozy, fun night!
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I bought a new puppy.
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1. The initial plan was for the puppy to sleep in a cage.
2. The puppy's distress (howling) disrupted the owner's sleep.
3. Bringing the puppy to bed resolved the immediate problem of noise, suggesting a change in strategy.
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I bought a new puppy. I wanted the puppy to sleep in a cage at night. When I put it in the cage, he howled loudly. He kept me up at night. When I finally brought the puppy with me to bed, he stayed very quiet.
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Zach's couch had busted a hole in the wall.
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1. The couch damaging the wall created a need for repair.
2. Zach's attempt at DIY repair was deemed inadequate by the landlords.
3. The negative feedback indicates a failure to meet acceptable standards for repair.
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Zach's couch had busted a hole in the wall. Zach decided to try to fix it by himself. He did his best and thought it looked alright. Then his landlords saw it. Unfortunately they had no good words for the bad repair.
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Joe was surfing with his friends.
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1. Surfing involves inherent risks, as illustrated by Joe riding a "wild wave."
2. Falling off the wave led to a dangerous situation (hitting his head).
3. His friends monitoring his consciousness highlights the seriousness of the incident and their concern for his well-being.
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Joe was surfing with his friends. Joe was riding a wild wave. He tumbled off the wave. Joe hit his head on the bottom of the ocean. His friends kept an eye on his consciousness.
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Kelly was in the skating finals.
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1. The skating finals represent a high-pressure situation.
2. Kelly's focus and skill enabled her to perform flawlessly.
3. Perfect scores and winning confirm her exceptional performance and achievement.
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Kelly was in the skating finals. She was very good, but knew she had to focus. She skated out on the ice. Kelly skated beautifully, hitting all of her tricks. Kelly got perfect tens and won.
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Leonard had always loved going to the bowling alley.
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1. Leonard's love for bowling stemmed from enjoyment rather than skill.
2. The tournament presented an opportunity to test his abilities, despite his lack of confidence.
3. Achieving 5th place exceeded his expectations and demonstrated a hidden talent.
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Leonard had always loved going to the bowling alley. He never considered himself very good, but he thought it was fun. One day, he saw a flyer for a tournament that the alley was having. He didn't think he could win, but he decided to enter anyways. He ended up getting 5th place.
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Carla is starting sixth grade at a new school.
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1. Starting at a new school presents the challenge of making new friends.
2. Initial attempts to connect with classmates were unsuccessful, creating a feeling of isolation.
3. Persistence ultimately led to the formation of friendships, demonstrating resilience and social skills.
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Carla is starting sixth grade at a new school. Her new class will not have any of her old friends. Carla tries to make new friends in her class. No one wants to be friends with Carla. She keeps trying until she does make a few friends.
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Shane never knew his father.
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1. Shane's lack of a father figure motivated his search for information.
2. Using the birth certificate and the internet were logical steps in his investigation.
3. The incorrect phone call represents a setback in his search, but not the end of his efforts.
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Shane never knew his father. He looked at his birth certificate. He found his father's name. He looked him up on the internet. He called who he thought was his father but it was the wrong number.
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My friend Ben was married for 71 years.
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1. The long marriage suggests a strong bond and commitment.
2. Simultaneous hospitalization created a stressful situation for the elderly couple.
3. The positive outcome (both being discharged) inspired joy and creative expression (the poem), highlighting the strength of their relationship.
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My friend Ben was married for 71 years. The couple was hospitalized once when they were in their 80s. The both had to stay in the same hospital. Luckily both were discharged. Ben was so happy he wrote a poem about it.
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James was exhausted.
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1. The intense workout caused physical exhaustion and muscle fatigue.
2. His desire to improve his fitness motivated him.
3. His decision to repeat the workout daily indicates a strong commitment, despite the immediate discomfort.
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James was exhausted. He'd done a really hard workout for an hour. His muscles felt weak. He wanted to get in great shape. He decided to repeat that workout every day.
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Kara noticed some new neighbors that moved in.
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1. The arrival of new neighbors sparked Kara's desire to be welcoming.
2. Baking cupcakes was her chosen method of showing kindness and hospitality.
3. The neighbors' appreciation confirms the success of her gesture and strengthens community bonds.
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Kara noticed some new neighbors that moved in. She wanted to do something nice for them. Kara decided she wanted to make some cupcakes. She got out her materials and started cooking. When she was done, her neighbor's were very appreciative.
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Gina's mom brought a donut box from her job.
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1. The arrival of the donuts created an opportunity for a treat.
2. Gina's siblings consumed the majority of the donuts, leaving few for others.
3. The mother's surprise suggests an imbalance in donut consumption and perhaps a need for better rationing.
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Gina's mom brought a donut box from her job. She placed it in the kitchen. Gina took one from the box. However, her siblings ate the rest. When my mom checked the box, she was surprised.
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Bob's dream house was too expensive for him to afford.
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1. The high cost of the dream house presented a significant obstacle.
2. Bob's response was to increase his income through extra work and appeal to the loan officer.
3. His hard work and determination ultimately overcame the financial barrier, leading to the achievement of his dream.
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Bob's dream house was too expensive for him to afford. He wasn't going to let that deter him. Bob got a second job and asked the loan officer to give him a chance. He worked extra hard and even picked up over time. Bob's effort and determination allowed him to get his dream home.
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Morgan went on a school trip to the zoo.
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1. The school trip provided an opportunity to see exotic animals.
2. Morgan's fascination with the elephant caused her to lose track of her group.
3. Becoming separated from the group created a sense of isolation and potential worry.
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Morgan went on a school trip to the zoo. The first animal she saw was a huge elephant. She marveled at its size. She stared so long that the group left her behind. Before long, she realized that she was all alone.
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Tanya needed more money.
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1. Tanya's financial need motivated her to seek a raise.
2. Asking for a raise induced anxiety, indicated by her sweaty palms.
3. Successfully presenting her strengths resulted in a pay raise and a feeling of satisfaction.
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Tanya needed more money. She went into work and decided to ask for a raise. Her palms were sweaty from being so nervous. Tanya met with her boss and brought up all her strengths. She left work happy with a pay raise.
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Paige always dreamed about going on a cruise.
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1. Paige's long-held dream of a cruise motivated her savings efforts.
2. Booking and taking the cruise represented the realization of her dream.
3. The enjoyable experience confirmed the fulfillment of her dream and brought her happiness.
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Paige always dreamed about going on a cruise. She saved up her money. Paige booked a European cruise. The cruise was very fun. Paige was glad that she went on the cruise fulfilling her dream.
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Tom was a quarterback in high-school.
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1. Being a quarterback in an important game created a high-pressure situation.
2. The close score put the responsibility on Tom to make a crucial play.
3. "Choking" indicates a failure to perform under pressure, resulting in a negative outcome.
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Tom was a quarterback in high-school. He was playing an important game. The score was pretty close. It was up to him to complete a pass. Tom choked under the pressure.
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Justin is swimming in a large lake.
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1. Swimming in a large lake presented a potential risk.
2. Muscle cramps impaired Justin's ability to swim, leading to a dangerous situation.
3. The father's intervention prevented a tragedy, highlighting the severity of the situation.
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Justin is swimming in a large lake. Justin gets cramps in all of his muscles. He cannot swim and falls under the water. His father jumps into the water to save him. Justin nearly drowned in the lake.
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John just bought a new apartment.
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1. John's new apartment provided a space for him to practice his trumpet.
2. Playing the trumpet generated noise that disturbed a neighbor.
3. The neighbor's complaint indicates a conflict between John's activity and the shared living environment.
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John just bought a new apartment. He was a trumpet player. He practiced his trumpet. Somebody knocked on his door. It was a complaining neighbor.
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The man ran out of gas.
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1. Running out of gas created an immediate problem of immobility.
2. Attempting to call for help was unsuccessful due to phone malfunction.
3. Walking a long distance was a necessary action to resolve the situation and reach a gas station.
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The man ran out of gas. He tried to call for help. His phone would not work. He walked ten miles. He found a gas station.
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Tina had a paper due in two hours.
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1. The approaching deadline created a time-sensitive task.
2. Tina's focused effort during those two hours was crucial.
3. The great grade indicates successful completion of the task despite the initial procrastination.
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Tina had a paper due in two hours. Only problem was she did not start it yet. Tina then worked very hard for those two hours. To her delight she got a great grade in the end. Tina could not believe it.
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A man lit a candle in his apartment.
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1. Lighting a candle introduced a potential fire hazard.
2. The candle falling over ignited a fire that quickly spread.
3. The uncontrolled fire resulted in significant damage and the evacuation of the building.
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A man lit a candle in his apartment. The candle fell on the floor. The apartment began to go on fire. The people ran out to escape it. The whole building was consumed.
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Ben bought four cans of blue paint.
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1. Purchasing paint indicated the intention to improve the fence.
2. The collaborative effort of painting created a shared experience.
3. Admiring the finished work and feeling gratified suggest a successful project and a sense of accomplishment.
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Ben bought four cans of blue paint. It was a beautiful day to paint his fence. His wife helped him. After they were done the sat on their porch and admired their work. Ben felt very gratified.
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Victoria had a severe fear of heights.
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1. Victoria's fear of heights presented a challenge due to her job transfer.
2. The airport environment triggered her anxiety, leading to physical symptoms.
3. The intensity of her fear culminated in fainting, preventing her from boarding the plane.
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Victoria had a severe fear of heights. She had been transferred to a new job and had to fly there. When she got to the airport she started getting nervous. She started sweating and feeling faint. When Victoria got to the boarding ramp she feinted.
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They decided to spend time looking at the cannons.
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1. The decision to explore the cannons led to a lapse in time awareness.
2. Losing track of time resulted in tardiness and a missed deadline.
3. Missing the ship represents a significant consequence of their actions.
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They decided to spend time looking at the cannons. The ship people had said to be back on time. They lost track of the time and began to run. They ran down the pier yelling. The ship had already left port.
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James was thirsty.
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1. James's thirst created a desire for a specific beverage (lemonade).
2. His initial choice (lemonade) was unavailable.
3. He then selected a substitute (plain water) to quench his thirst.
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James was thirsty. He decided to have some lemonade. He checked his fridge for some lemonade. His fridge was out of lemonade. Jack settled for plain water.
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Some of my friends were in the army.
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1. The friends' military service exposed them to unique and challenging experiences.
2. Sharing those experiences through stories had a significant impact on the listener.
3. Hearing the stories increased the listener's respect for their friends' service and sacrifices.
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Some of my friends were in the army. They spent a lot of time in the middle east. They told me a lot of stories about their experiences. Some of them really scared me. All in all they gave me a lot more respect for my Army friends.
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It was fourth down.
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1. The fourth down situation presented a critical moment in the game.
2. The quarterback's pass was a high-stakes attempt to score.
3. The receiver's successful catch secured the touchdown and likely the win.
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It was fourth down. They needed a touchdown to win the game. The quarterback dropped back. He threw the football as hard as he could. The receiver lept in the air and made a spectacular catch to score.
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John was at the dance club on Saturday.
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1. John's presence at the dance club suggests a desire for social interaction.
2. Attempting to buy the girl a drink was an effort to initiate a connection.
3. The lack of further interaction resulted in a feeling of indifference, indicating a neutral outcome.
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John was at the dance club on Saturday. He was there with friends. He noticed an attractive girl and offered to buy her a drink. She accepted but nothing came of it. John felt relatively indifferent about the night.
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Felix could not sleep tonight.
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1. Felix's initial insomnia created a problem he needed to solve.
2. He tried a common remedy (warm milk) to induce relaxation.
3. The warm milk was effective, leading to sleep and resolving his initial problem.
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Felix could not sleep tonight. He spent 2 hours rolling in bed. Frustrated, Felix made himself some warm milk. Felix returned to bed warm and relaxed. Felix fell asleep like a baby.
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Diane had 4 sons.
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1. The sons' shared ambition created a clear goal for their education.
2. Diane's promise served as an incentive for them to excel academically.
3. Their success in getting into med school obligated Diane to fulfill her promise, resulting in a significant expense.
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Diane had 4 sons. All of them wanted to grow up to be doctors. She told them that if they got into med school, she'd buy them cars. They worked really hard for their finals. Diane had to stick to her word and bought 4 cars within 5 years.
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Louis was traveling down the road.
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1. An unusual noise alerted Louis to a potential problem with his car.
2. Investigating the noise led to the discovery of the flat tire.
3. The nail in the tire was identified as the cause of the problem.
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Louis was traveling down the road. His car started to make a noise. He decided to check it out. He looked on the back of his car. He was shocked to see that a nail flatten his tire.
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Fay liked to start new fashions at school.
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1. Fay's desire to be a trendsetter motivated her to create new fashions.
2. Her initial success in influencing her classmates brought her pride.
3. The arrival of a new trendsetter displaced Fay, reversing her role from leader to follower.
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Fay liked to start new fashions at school. She always came up with a new look each first day of the month. All the girls were copying her and Fay was very proud of that. Until one day, a new girl came to school and set a new fashion. Fay fell in disgrace and had to follow the new fashion for once.
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Sarah spent her nights tucked in her bed with a good book.
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1. Reading was Sarah's chosen method to relax and prepare for sleep.
2. Walking her dog and having breakfast set the stage for her workday.
3. Her work as a florist filled her day with beauty and kept her busy until nightfall.
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Sarah spent her nights tucked in her bed with a good book. It was the only way she could get to sleep before she started her day. As soon as she woke up, she was off walking her dog, Molly. After a quick breakfast and coffee, she went off to her floral shop. The rest of her day is spent buried in buds and petals until night.
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Calvin was a proud vegetarian.
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1. Calvin's vegetarianism was a core part of his identity and beliefs.
2. Sam's act of secretly adding meat to his food was a violation of those beliefs.
3. The revelation and laughter caused anger and humiliation for Calvin.
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Calvin was a proud vegetarian. He would always tell his friends the virtues of a meatless diet. One day, Sam slipped some meat into Calvin's meal. Sam revealed this information later and laughed. Calvin's face turned red as a cherry.
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Mavis was writing on his typewriter in the bathtub.
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1. Mavis's unconventional writing location (the bathtub) created a risk.
2. Losing his grip resulted in a painful injury.
3. Despite the negative experience, his dedication to his craft (the story idea) outweighed the risk, leading him to repeat the behavior.
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Mavis was writing on his typewriter in the bathtub. He lost his grip and the typewriter fell onto his lap. It tore a gap in his side and he howled in pain. Mavis decided not to bring his typewriter into the bath anymore. But then he got a good idea for a story and did anyway.
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During the last Christmas time we had family portraits done.
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1. The family's decision to have portraits taken aimed to capture a special moment.
2. The portraits exceeded expectations, indicating a successful photoshoot.
3. Displaying the portraits in the studio window and the photographer's praise confirm their exceptional quality and artistic merit.
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During the last Christmas time we had family portraits done. We went to the local photographer's studio. Our portraits came out better than we could have imagined. While walking by the studio today, I saw our portraits in the window. The photographer said it was one of the best portraits he ever did.
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Jason's favorite NBA team was the Lakers.
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1. Jason's long-standing fandom created a desire to experience the Lakers live.
2. Saving money demonstrated his commitment to fulfilling that desire.
3. Finally attending a game fulfilled his dream and brought him great excitement.
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Jason's favorite NBA team was the Lakers. He grew up watching every Lakers game at home on TV. When Jason got his first job he knew what he wanted to save money for. After Jason had saved enough, he bought tickets to see a Laker game. He was thrilled when he finally got to watch the Lakers play live.
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Jude was a poor boy in a very big city.
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1. Jude's poverty and environment suggest exposure to crime and violence.
2. Finding the gun and wanting to fight crime motivated his actions.
3. His actions, while driven by good intentions, were violent and illegal, highlighting the complexity of his situation.
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Jude was a poor boy in a very big city. Jude went to school one day and found a gun. He wanted to help fight the crime in his neighborhood. Jude took the gun to a local drug den. He killed all the dope dealers and then threw away the gun.
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George stole a stop sign from the end of his road.
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1. George's theft created a dangerous situation by removing a safety measure.
2. The accident was a direct consequence of the missing stop sign.
3. George's guilt reflects his realization of the harm caused by his actions.
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George stole a stop sign from the end of his road. He heard a loud noise one night. A car had ran past the stop sign. The car struck another vehicle. George was guilt stricken about causing the accident.
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Tim noticed a stray dog outside.
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1. Seeing the stray dog prompted Tim to investigate its situation.
2. Determining it was a lost stray led him to seek help from animal control.
3. Calling animal control was his chosen method to ensure the dog's safety and potential return to its owner.
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Tim noticed a stray dog outside. He went out to see if it had a collar. The dog didn't have any contact information but was friendly. After a while Tim figured it was a lost stray. He called animal control and they took it away.
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Jervis has always loved his neighbors.
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1. Jervis's fondness for his neighbors motivated him to act quickly in an emergency.
2. Smelling smoke prompted him to call the fire department and alert his neighbors.
3. His actions ensured everyone's safety, bringing him a sense of satisfaction.
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Jervis has always loved his neighbors. One day he smells smoke in his apartment building. He calls the Fire Department and tells all his neighbors to run. Luckily everyone is safe from the fire that started. Jervis is happy he helped keep his neighbors safe.
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She started to write her book.
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1. The initial action was to start writing a book.
2. Identifying a need for more characters prompted a creative process.
3. Deciding on the characters provided inspiration and renewed her writing momentum.
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She started to write her book. She just needed more characters. She thought and thought about them. She decided on a boy and a dog. She started to write fervently.
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Ophelia had always wanted to learn to knit.
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1. Ophelia's desire to knit motivated her to learn the skill.
2. Choosing a challenging project (a sweater) demonstrates her ambition.
3. Completing the sweater after dedicated effort brought her a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
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Ophelia had always wanted to learn to knit. She decided to try knitting a sweater. She worked very hard, knitting every day on the train to work. Finally her sweater was complete. Ophelia was glad that she had learned to knit.
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Dan and his mom went to the country to hunt wild poke greens.
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1. The trip was specifically for foraging poke greens.
2. The mother's warning emphasized the importance of proper preparation due to the plant's toxicity.
3. The boiling process successfully removed the poison, making the greens safe and enjoyable to eat.
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Dan and his mom went to the country to hunt wild poke greens. She cautioned him to be careful because poke is poison. They found a large "mess" of the greens. His mother boiled them, poured off the water and did it again. Boiling removed the poison and Dan really liked the greens.
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Every summer, we went camping at Spring River.
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1. The annual camping trip was a familiar and anticipated event.
2. Encountering a nest of snakes created a sudden and frightening experience.
3. Avoiding snake bites was fortunate and emphasizes the potential danger of the situation.
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Every summer, we went camping at Spring River. One summer, Amber showed up at the campsite. We walked up to the bathrooms, and stepped in a nest of snakes. They ran everywhere, scaring us very badly. We were very lucky we were not bitten.
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I went to our province to have a vacation.
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1. The vacation provided an opportunity to explore a new place and meet new people.
2. Meeting Anna and forming a close friendship was a positive outcome of the trip.
3. Maintaining the friendship through communication demonstrates the lasting impact of their connection.
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I went to our province to have a vacation. During vacation, i met Anna and she became my friend. We were open about each other and comfortable. When i'm about to leave and go home we both cried. Until now we send messages and have video call every vacant time.
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Matt and Brittany went camping one day.
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1. The decision to go camping indicated a desire for an outdoor experience.
2. Setting up camp and cooking food are essential activities for a successful camping trip.
3. Enjoying smores and returning home the next day suggest a pleasant and well-executed outing.
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Matt and Brittany went camping one day. They packed their car and drove up north to a campsite. They set up their tent and cooked food by a fire. Later, they made smores! The next day, they drove back home.
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Sports fan Ty found he was missing his childhood days of team sports.
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1. Ty's nostalgia motivated him to recreate his childhood experiences.
2. Gathering interest from his coworkers enabled the formation of softball teams.
3. The positive experience of playing softball led to a regular activity and fulfilled Ty's desire for team sports.
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Sports fan Ty found he was missing his childhood days of team sports. He talked to some guys at work about maybe playing softball together. Enough guys were interested that they were able to form two teams. The group of guys played softball that Saturday and had a blast. Saturday softball became a regular weekend activity, and Ty loved it.
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Wells wanted to become a mechanic.
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1. Wells's ambition drove him to practice mechanical skills.
2. His inexperience led to a critical error in assembling the engine.
3. The engine explosion had tragic consequences, highlighting the dangers of working with machinery without proper training.
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Wells wanted to become a mechanic. He practiced taking apart engines and putting them back together. One day, Wells did not put an engine back together correctly. He started the engine and it exploded. Wells died due to his inexperience.
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I had to move cities for my new job.
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1. The new job necessitated a relocation, creating a time-sensitive task.
2. Renting a truck and packing belongings were necessary steps in the moving process.
3. Discovering that everything was broken represents a significant setback and source of stress.
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I had to move cities for my new job. I only had 3 days to move. I rented a big truck. I packed all my things away. I showed up at my new house and everything was broken.
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Alan went to his family's party.
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1. Attending the party was an obligation, despite Alan finding it boring.
2. Enjoying the food provided some satisfaction during the event.
3. Leaving without informing anyone resulted in his family's concern and his mother's anger, indicating a breach of etiquette.
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Alan went to his family's party. Although it was boring, he enjoyed eating the food. After he was full, he decided to leave without telling anyone. The family was trying to look for Alan when they noticed. When his mom came home, she yelled at him.
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My girlfriend and I went to the beach.
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1. The initial plan was to enjoy a day at the beach.
2. The crowded conditions presented a problem, prompting a discussion.
3. Reaching a mutual agreement to leave led to a change of plans and a return home.
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My girlfriend and I went to the beach. The beach was very, very crowded. We hemmed and hawed about staying or leaving. She asked me what I thought, and I asked her what she thought. We both agreed to leave, so we got in my car and went back home.
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Jake was at the doctor's office.
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1. Jake's illness necessitated a visit to the doctor.
2. His inexperience with doctor visits caused anxiety.
3. The doctor's treatment (medicine) alleviated his symptoms and improved his well-being.
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Jake was at the doctor's office. He had a fever and did not feel very well. Jake was very nervous because he had never been to the doctor before. His parents told him everything would be okay. The doctor gave him some medicine and Jake felt much better.
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Carole was having a hard day at work.
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1. Carole's dissatisfaction with her job created a negative work environment.
2. The boss's demeaning behavior was the final trigger.
3. Carole's response was to quit her job, indicating a breaking point and a desire for a change.
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Carole was having a hard day at work. She hated her job. Carole's boss began screaming at her demeaningly. Carole walked out of work. She called back to say she quit.
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I told her I wanted to go to the concert.
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1. Expressing the desire to attend the concert led to an invitation.
2. Attending the concert and staying until after the show created opportunities for further interaction.
3. Getting invited to the parking lot and the friend making out with the drummer indicate a memorable and exciting experience.
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I told her I wanted to go to the concert. She had bought extra tickets and invited me. We went and stayed until after the show. We got invited out to the parking lot with the band. My friend made out with the drummer.
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Kelly got her paper back.
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1. Kelly's high expectations set the stage for disappointment.
2. Receiving a low grade contrasted sharply with her expectations and her friend's success.
3. The disparity in grades triggered feelings of anger and resentment towards her friend.
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Kelly got her paper back. She was expecting to get a top grade. But she nearly failed. She looked over at her friend who got a perfect grade. Kelly was furious at her.
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Laura was telling stories around the campfire.
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1. Laura's storytelling was intended to entertain her friends around the campfire.
2. The scary stories initially caused fear in her friends, which Laura found amusing.
3. A sudden noise reversed the situation, making Laura experience fear as well.
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Laura was telling stories around the campfire. During the campfire her friends were getting scared. She wasn't very scared since they were her own stories. Laura thought it was very funny that they were getting scared. After a while there was a noise and Laura got really scared too!
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Eric missed his childhood.
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1. Nostalgia motivated Eric to revisit his childhood experiences.
2. His actions (playing on the playground) were perceived as inappropriate by other adults.
3. The negative reactions led to shame and forced him to leave, highlighting the social boundaries around playground use.
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Eric missed his childhood. So when he walked by a playground, was tempted to play. He went on on the swings and used the jungle gym. But many parents were uncomfortable with his behavior. Eric ended up leaving the playground in shame.
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Ted has an English test tomorrow.
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1. The upcoming test created a need for preparation.
2. Procrastination led to a cram session (pulling an all-nighter).
3. The successful result (an A) suggests the all-nighter was an effective, though potentially unhealthy, study strategy.
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Ted has an English test tomorrow. He has not studied at all. He decided to pull an allnighter. When he got to school he was ready. Ted made an A on his test.
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Tom thought his new friend was gay.
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1. Tom's assumption about his friend's sexuality created internal curiosity.
2. Observing someone else inquire about it provided indirect information.
3. Discovering his friend was not gay brought relief, suggesting Tom may have been hesitant to address the topic directly.
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Tom thought his new friend was gay. He never directly asked. One day he noticed someone else asking. Tom's friend wasn't actually gay. Tom felt relieved that he never brought it up.
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Fred always loved dragons.
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1. Fred's passion for dragons inspired him to create comics.
2. Collaborating with friends provided a creative outlet and support.
3. Working together resulted in the completion of a dragon comic, fulfilling his initial desire.
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Fred always loved dragons. He wanted to draw comics about them. He found some friends. He started doodling around with them. They all wrote a dragon comic together.
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Anna had a choir audition at school.
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1. The choir audition created a stressful situation for Anna.
2. Despite her nervousness, she gave her best performance.
3. The teacher's positive feedback and acceptance into the choir indicate a successful audition and a sense of accomplishment.
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Anna had a choir audition at school. She was very nervous. But she did her very best! After her audition, her smiling teacher pulled her aside. She welcomed Anna into the school choir!
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Laura was shopping.
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1. Laura's need for a winter coat motivated her shopping trip.
2. Spending the afternoon searching led to finding a suitable coat.
3. Putting the coat away in her closet indicates satisfaction with her purchase and preparation for the winter season.
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Laura was shopping. She needed a new winter coat. She shopped for the afternoon and finally found one. It would keep her warm when the weather got cold. She hung it in her closet at home.
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Tom was having strange dreams.
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1. The disturbing dreams prompted Tom to seek professional help.
2. The psychologist's intervention involved various therapeutic techniques.
3. Successfully interpreting the dreams led to their eventual disappearance, indicating a positive outcome from therapy.
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Tom was having strange dreams. He told his psychologist about it. The psychologist tried a few therapeutic techniques. Tom was able to better interpret his dreams. They slowly went away.
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My friend and I play rock, paper, scissors all the time.
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1. The initial intention was to use the game to resolve disputes fairly.
2. Accusations of cheating introduced conflict and undermined the game's purpose.
3. Continuing to play despite the arguments suggests a complex dynamic, perhaps a mixture of enjoyment and competitiveness.
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My friend and I play rock, paper, scissors all the time. We use this to settle everything. However, we begin to argue all the time. We accuse each other of cheating. However, we still play the game anyways.
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Growing up we always had snowmobiles, quads and other toys.
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1. Early exposure to recreational vehicles instilled a love for them.
2. The father's guidance ensured safe and confident operation of the vehicles.
3. This early training shaped a preference for outdoor activities over other forms of recreation.
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Growing up we always had snowmobiles, quads and other toys. Since first grade my dad taught me how to use them safely. He also helped me be a confident and competent driver. These days I'd rather ride instead of shopping for fun. You'll most often find me with quad keys in my hand!
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Chelsea loved designer brand clothes.
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1. Chelsea's desire for designer clothes made her vulnerable.
2. Liv's offer exploited that desire with a deceptive scheme.
3. Chelsea was cheated out of money and received a fake product, highlighting the risks of trusting deceptive promises.
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Chelsea loved designer brand clothes. Her friend Liv told her she had a way to get designer brand cheap. Chelsea gave her 500 dollars to get a new purse. The purse was a knockoff from China that cost Liv 120 dollars. Chelsea couldn't tell and got 380 dollars stolen from her.
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Bill was on thin ice with his job.
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1. Bill's precarious job situation created a sense of tension and resentment.
2. The boss's demanding behavior pushed Bill to his breaking point.
3. Quitting his job was a release of built-up frustration and a decision to take control of his situation.
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Bill was on thin ice with his job. He was like a volcano ready to explode. His boss was always giving him too much work and not enough pay. One Friday afternoon bill's boss gave him a stack of overtime work. Bill got up off his desk and told his boss that he quits.
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Lucy woke up to a phone call that school was delayed because of snow.
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1. The delayed school start due to snow provided an unexpected opportunity for relaxation.
2. Enjoying breakfast and finding money added to the positive start of the day.
3. Winning an award further enhanced her good fortune, leading to her feeling that it was a very lucky day.
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Lucy woke up to a phone call that school was delayed because of snow. After sleeping late, she enjoyed a nice big breakfast of pancakes. When she walked to the bus stop, she found a $10 bill on the sidewalk. Later, at school, Lucy won an award for a poem she wrote. Smiling, Lucy said that this had been quite a lucky day.
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Ana and her friends liked playing basketball together.
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1. The friends' regular basketball games established a routine and a shared activity.
2. The removal of the court disrupted their routine and eliminated their playing space.
3. Replacing the court with a playground suggests a shift in community priorities and a loss for the basketball players.
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Ana and her friends liked playing basketball together. They'd play every Saturday at a somewhat isolated court. When they arrived for their weekend game, the court was gone! The town had torn it up because they thought no one used it. In its place the town had put a playground with swing sets instead.
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Jan was driving when a lens popped out of her eyeglasses.
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1. The lens falling out of her glasses created a sudden vision impairment while driving.
2. This impairment presented a dangerous situation requiring immediate action.
3. Successfully finding and reattaching the lens allowed her to regain her vision and drive home safely, resolving the immediate crisis.
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Jan was driving when a lens popped out of her eyeglasses. Suddenly the road before her looked alarmingly blurry. She slowed down and carefully pulled out of traffic. Feeling around on the floor, she was fortunate to find the lens. She carefully popped it back in and was able to get home safely.
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Karl was a good baseball player in his youth.
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1. Karl's past athletic success motivated him to join the adult baseball team.
2. His competitive nature led him to take risks (sliding into base).
3. The resulting injury served as a reminder of his physical limitations and the passage of time.
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Karl was a good baseball player in his youth. As a middle-aged man, he joined an adult baseball team. Karl is very competitive and will do anything to win. One day, he slid into second base to beat a throw and hurt his knee. The injury made Karl realize that he wasn't young anymore.
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Eric was on his way to the store.
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1. Eric's initial goal was to purchase snacks for the football game.
2. Buying a lottery ticket was an additional, opportunistic action.
3. Winning the jackpot was an unexpected and extremely positive outcome.
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Eric was on his way to the store. He was going to buy some snacks for the football game. He decides to pick up a lottery ticket too. Eric goes home and watches the game. The next day Eric wakes up and realizes he has won the jackpot!
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Beth was driving with her boyfriend in his new car.
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1. The boyfriend's desire to show off his car's speed created a dangerous situation.
2. Losing control resulted in damage to the car and injury to Beth.
3. Beth's decision to end the relationship suggests a loss of trust and a desire to prioritize her own well
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Beth was driving with her boyfriend in his new car. He wanted to show her how fast it could go. Suddenly, he lost control. He scraped his new car on against a wall, and Beth was hurt. Beth decided she was going to be single for a while.
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Margie's boss retired.
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1. The boss's retirement necessitated Margie finding a new job.
2. She used various methods (classifieds, asking friends) to search for employment.
3. Her quick success in finding a new job suggests she was either in demand or was very proactive.
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Margie's boss retired. It was time to find a new job. Margie looked in the classifieds. She also asked her friends. She found a new job very quickly.
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A heavy storm was heading toward the Johnson farmhouse.
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1. The approaching storm presented an imminent threat to the family's safety.
2. Taking shelter in the basement was a proactive measure to protect themselves.
3. Despite their precautions, the severity of the storm resulted in the destruction of their home, highlighting the power of nature.
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A heavy storm was heading toward the Johnson farmhouse. Mister Johnson could see it rapidly approaching and called his family. The family rushed into the basement and huddled close. The noise was deafening and seemed to go on for hours. When the storm abated, the farmhouse was in ruins.
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