Read the passage below then use it to answer question 10. Clowns
Being a clown isnt all fun and games.
Rodeo clowns expose themselves to great
danger every time they perform. When
cowboys dismount or bulls buck them
off, rodeo clowns jump in front of the
bulls and motion wildly to get their
attention. In this way rodeo clowns
provide an alternate target and in doing
so protect the rider. Of course, this is a
very dangerous thing to do. So, you see,
sometimes clowning around can be
serious business
Question 40
What is the main idea of the passage?
All downs are funny,
Rodeo dow>s protect cowboys by putting themselves in danger
Being a down can be a very dangerous job.
Being a down isn't all fun and games
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