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Author: szeiger
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Created: Jul 6, 2013
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Local Woman's Generosity

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Local Woman's Generosity Inspires Others

Seamstress Alma Dunderfluke never earned more than $16,000 a year, but at her death last week, it was discovered that her will stipulated a gift of $300,000 to a local school. Family members say that Dunderfluke was well known for her kindness and thrifty ways.
"She could stretch a dollar until it screamed," said daughter Rita Satajay. "However, she always made sure we had everything we needed and wanted. Education was close to her heart."
Dunderfluke's generous legacy to the Northshore Learning Academy was a secret from everyone but her lawyer. Her children, who each received a portion of their mother's estate, were unaware of their mother's riches.
"We knew she worked hard her entire life," admitted Satajay. "But we never knew the exact amount." All three of Dunderfluke's children have decided to carry on the family tradition of charity by donating their time and money to local schools.
"This gift will change many lives and give children hope," said Houston LeFanu, director of Northshore Learning Academy. "We are forever in debt to our benefactor, Mrs. Dunderfluke."
Grade 7 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.7.4
A.
What is the meaning of the word benefactor as used in the article?
  1. one who gives aid to others
  2. one who receives money
  3. one who works as a seamstress
  4. one who lives in near poverty
Grade 8 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RL.8.4
B.
In the fifth paragraph, Mrs. Dunderfluke is referred to as the school's benefactor. Which of these phrases best describes the meaning of benefactor?
  1. one who receives money
  2. one who lives in near poverty
  3. one who works as a seamstress
  4. one who gives aid to others
Grade 8 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.8.4
C.
What is the meaning of the word legacy as it is used in the third paragraph?
  1. a gift of money or personal property donated by a will
  2. a memorial commemorating a person after his/her death
  3. a way for people to influence local educational policies
  4. a document containing important historical information