How Each State Is Run: Author's Purpose

Read about state government, then work out why the author wrote it.

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State government is the organization that runs each state in the United States.

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State government is the organization that runs each state in the United States. It makes laws, collects taxes, and provides services for the people living in that state. Each state has its own government, which includes a governor, who is the leader, and a legislature that helps create laws.

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For example, in California, the state government decided to increase funding for schools to help students get a better education. State governments also manage important things like transportation, public safety, and parks. This way, they can address the specific needs of their residents.

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Why did the author most likely write this passage?

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Authors use examples to explain their ideas. Which sentence from the passage gives an example?

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