1.

An Anecdote is a short story to help the reader understand a real

incident.
2. “Faster,” I thought to myself. I pushed my self harder in order to
reach my goal. “I shall make it soon.” Finally, I won the race!
3. Three of the four reasons an author would write an essay are to
inform, to persuade, and to entertain.
4. Comprehension Questions From The Lost Boys:
A) The Lost Boys left Sudan in order to escape the tribal wars.
B) They were attacked by wild animals, and didn’t have enough
food and water.
C) His friend told him it gets easier and the first three months
are always the hardest.