Read the excerpt from Monster. PETROCELLI
You ever talk to Mr. Cruz? Osvaldo Cruz.

STEVE
Yes, he’s about my age. I’ve talked with Osvaldo.

PETROCELLI
What did you talk to Mr. Cruz about?

STEVE
Same thing, mostly. About playing ball, or the weather. Or what’s going on in the neighborhood.

Based on this dialogue, what can the reader infer?

Steve’s and Osvaldo's parents know one another.
Osvaldo knows a lot of useful information.
Steve does not usually talk to boys who are older or younger than he is.
Steve and Osvaldo have known each other since they were very young.

Read the paragraph. we heard music coming from the auditorium so we crept up to the door in peaked in. i couldn’t believe my eyes! a group of dancers were on stage in the most beautiful costumes i have ever seen. i looked at mabel and she looked back at me with the same expression. our eyes were wide with joy and wonder. which point of view does the narrator use

What's liza's problem? she wants her old life back. she's afraid she'll have to return to her old life. she doesn't want to appear ungrateful for what higgens gave her. she wants to be independent.

Read the rough-draft paragraph. exercising daily is one of the best ways to the body fight fatigue, illness, stress, and weight gain. whether taking a bike ride, enjoying a walk, or going for a swim, the type of activity is not as important as exercising consistently. often, people begin the new year with the resolution of exercising, but within a few months that commitment is quickly forgotten. the key is to choose something that is accessible, enjoyable, and affordable. exercising just thirty minutes a day not only strengthens the heart and lungs, but it also to boost one’s energy. another way to feel more energized is to eat a balanced diet. since no single food item can supply the body with everything it needs, it is important to eat a variety of foods. so to maintain a long, happy life, get out there and get moving, and enjoy a wide range of healthy meals. which statement best describes the mistake the writer makes in this paragraph?