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What special event did King Charles III and Queen Camilla celebrate during their visit to the US?
They celebrated 250 years of American independence during their trip!
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The pukunui population grew from 105 birds to 160 birds, which was the largest increase in 32 years of recovery work.
What happened to Iran's Supreme Leader during the air strikes?
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed during the strikes.
How many teeth does the world record holder have?
Prathab Muniandy has a total of 42 teeth in his mouth!
What sneaky techniques do subscription services use to keep you paying?
Subscription services often use free trials and auto-renewals to keep charging you without you noticing!
How long was Cookie Bear the face of Griffins biscuits?
Cookie Bear was the face of Griffins biscuits for over 57 years!
What special milestone did Jackson Ford celebrate during the game against Newcastle Knights?
Jackson Ford celebrated his 100th NRL game with a try and strong performance!
What special feature was designed for athletes at the Winter Paralympics?
A special front row for wheelchair users was created so everyone could enjoy the event together!
How many complaints about bee droppings did the council receive?
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What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?
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SMART Prep | Quick Question 210564

The junior school held a market day to raise money for new outdoor games. Each class made something to sell. Kiwi Kids made paper bookmarks with silver fern patterns, and some students painted small rocks with bright designs. Visitors bought the items quickly because they were colourful and carefully made. At the end of the day, the teachers counted the money and thanked the students for their effort.

Which sentence best tells why the students took part in market day?

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  • comet A space object made of ice and dust that moves around the Sun. Halley's Comet is famous for being visible from Earth every 76 years.
  • coma A glowing cloud of gas and dust around a comet's center. The comet's coma makes it look fuzzy in the sky.
  • stargazer A person who enjoys looking at stars and celestial objects. Stargazers often gather to watch meteor showers at night.