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"Ursula Pugh"

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Intermediate English language learners read the short, page-long story "Ursula Pugh" and answer the multiple choice questions that follow. Most of the questions focus on vocabulary development and understanding of the story. An answer guide provides detailed explanations for each option in the multiple-choice questions. 

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8th - 9th
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ESL & ELD
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