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Section 1: Non-Fiction News Story (500 words) Title: Worried Parent Seeks Answers as Child's Behavior Takes a Mysterious Turn In a small suburban town, a concerned parent finds themselves grappling with a perplexing situation that has left them worried and searching for answers. Sarah Thompson, a single mother of two, has noticed a significant change in her 8-year-old daughter's behavior over the past few weeks. What initially seemed like a normal phase of growing up has now turned into a source of deep concern for Sarah. Her daughter, Emily, has always been an outgoing and cheerful child, but recently, she has become withdrawn and easily agitated. Sarah has noticed a decline in Emily's academic performance as well, with her once-impressive grades now slipping. Sarah's worries intensified when Emily started having trouble sleeping, experiencing vivid nightmares that left her terrified and restless. The once lively and imaginative girl has now become fearful and reluctant to engage in activities she once enjoyed. Sarah, desperate to find answers, has sought advice from teachers, doctors, and even therapists, but no one seems to have a concrete explanation for Emily's sudden change in behavior. As Sarah delves deeper into her research, she discovers a phenomenon known as "childhood onset anxiety." This condition, often overlooked or misdiagnosed, manifests in children as excessive worry, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. It can also cause physical symptoms such as headaches and stomachaches. Sarah begins to suspect that Emily might be suffering from this condition, and her determination to find a solution grows stronger. Driven by her love for her daughter, Sarah decides to explore alternative approaches to help Emily cope with her anxiety. She starts incorporating mindfulness exercises into their daily routine, encouraging Emily to express her feelings through art and writing, and seeking support from other parents who have gone through similar experiences. Although Sarah's journey is far from over, she remains hopeful that with time and the right support, Emily will regain her confidence and overcome her anxiety. She believes that by raising awareness about childhood onset anxiety, she can help other parents who might be facing similar challenges with their own children. Section 2: Multiple Choice Questions 1. What has changed in Emily's behavior? a) She has become more outgoing and cheerful. b) She has become withdrawn and easily agitated. (Correct) c) She has started excelling academically. d) She has become less imaginative and fearful. 2. What is Sarah's concern regarding Emily's academic performance? a) Emily's grades have improved. b) Emily's grades have remained consistent. c) Emily's grades have started slipping. (Correct) d) Emily's grades have drastically improved. 3. What physical symptoms can childhood onset anxiety cause? a) Fever and coughing. b) Headaches and stomachaches. (Correct) c) Fatigue and dizziness. d) Sore throat and runny nose. 4. What does Sarah suspect might be the cause of Emily's behavior change? a) Lack of sleep. b) Childhood onset anxiety. (Correct) c) Peer pressure. d) Academic stress. 5. What alternative approaches does Sarah try to help Emily cope with anxiety?

a) Mindfulness exercises and therapy. (Correct) b) Medication and counseling. c) Ignoring the problem. d) Punishment and discipline. 6. What is Sarah's ultimate goal in raising awareness about childhood onset anxiety? a) To find a cure for the condition. b) To help other parents facing similar challenges. (Correct) c) To become a renowned author. d) To make Emily's story famous. 7. Who has Sarah sought advice from regarding Emily's behavior change? a) Teachers, doctors, and therapists. (Correct) b) Friends and family. c) Online forums. d) No one, she is handling it alone. 8. What is Emily's age? a) 6 years old. b) 8 years old. (Correct) c) 10 years old. d) 12 years old. 9. What is the name of Sarah's daughter? a) Emma. b) Emily. (Correct) c) Ella. d) Elizabeth. 10. What is Sarah's occupation? a) Journalist. b) Teacher. c) Single mother. (Correct) d) Therapist. Section 3: Fill-in-the-Blank Questions 1. Childhood onset anxiety can cause ________ and ________. Correct words: headaches, stomachaches. Explanation: These are physical symptoms associated with childhood onset anxiety. 2. Sarah incorporates ________ exercises into their daily routine to help Emily cope with anxiety. Correct word: mindfulness. Explanation: Mindfulness exercises are a part of Sarah's alternative approach to help Emily. 3. Emily's academic performance has started ________. Correct word: slipping. Explanation: Sarah notices a decline in Emily's academic performance. 4. Sarah seeks advice from ________, doctors, and therapists. Correct word: teachers. Explanation: Sarah consults teachers for advice regarding Emily's behavior change. 5. Sarah wants to raise awareness about childhood onset anxiety to help other ________. Correct word: parents. Explanation: Sarah's goal is to support other parents facing similar challenges. Section 4: Open Ended Questions 1. What might be some possible causes of childhood onset anxiety in Emily's case?

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