Introduced in 1948, Scrabble is one of the most popular board games in the world. Recently, Scrabble lovers have been able to play the game by logging onto Internet sites devoted to the game. While the rules of the game are similar, the experience of playing the online game is very different from the experience of playing the board game. When you play Scrabble with friends in person, you use a game board marked with a 15 by 15 grid. Two to four players draw seven tiles on which letters and point values are printed. Each player has a tray on which they can arrange and rearrange their tiles. Players take turns placing tiles on the board to spell words. The game usually progresses quickly, with players taking only a short time to make a play. They are not allowed to use a dictionary or a computer to look for possible words to play. When you play Scrabble online, you can also play with two to four people. Your opponents may be across the country instead of across the table from you, though. A 15 by 15 grid board is displayed on the computer screen. A click of the mouse creates a panel of tiles for the player to use. Unlike live games, an online game can last for days. That is because players may be called away from their computers for a variety of reasons. Tools on the game site include a dictionary, where players can check for possible words. Players can also go to online sites that generate words from their array of letters. Playing Scrabble at home is a different experience from playing it online. Either way, though, the game is both entertaining and educational.

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Introduced in 1948, Scrabble is one of the most popular board games in the world. Recently, Scrabble lovers have been able to play the game by logging onto Internet sites devoted to the game. While the rules of the game are similar, the experience of playing the online game is very different from the experience of playing the board game. When you play Scrabble with friends in person, you use a game board marked with a 15 by 15 grid. Two to four players draw seven tiles on which letters and point values are printed. Each player has a tray on which they can arrange and rearrange their tiles. Players take turns placing tiles on the board to spell words. The game usually progresses quickly, with players taking only a short time to make a play. They are not allowed to use a dictionary or a computer to look for possible words to play. When you play Scrabble online, you can also play with two to four people. Your opponents may be across the country instead of across the table from you, though. A 15 by 15 grid board is displayed on the computer screen. A click of the mouse creates a panel of tiles for the player to use. Unlike live games, an online game can last for days. That is because players may be called away from their computers for a variety of reasons. Tools on the game site include a dictionary, where players can check for possible words. Players can also go to online sites that generate words from their array of letters. Playing Scrabble at home is a different experience from playing it online. Either way, though, the game is both entertaining and educational.

1. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. Scrabble is a popular and challenging board game.
B. There are several differences between the "in person" and online versions of Scrabble. - my answer
C. Scrabble takes a long time to play when you use a dictionary.
D. Scrabble is a game that only adults can enjoy playing.

2. Why does playing online Scrabble usually take longer than playing the board game?
A. Players spend less time thinking about their next move while playing online.
B. Players might leave an online game or spend time using resources to find a word. - my answer
C. Players take more time arranging their tiles while playing on a game board.
D. Players can't leave the computer until an online game is complete.

3. Based on the passage, what can the reader infer about the Scrabble board game?
A. It can be played alone.
B. It requires players to think independently. - my answer
C. It is only played in the United States.
D. It requires players to be skilled writers.

4. What can the reader conclude about playing Scrabble?
A. Players should be familiar with computers.
B. It is a relatively new board game.
C. It is best to play the game with people you know.
D. Players benefit from having strong spelling skills. - my answer

Answer 1

I think you’re correct

Answer 2

For 1. your answer of B is correct.

2. B is also correct
3. B is correct
**Oh my stars so many B's)
4. D is correct (mainly because it makes the most sense)

Sorry for the wait hope this helped :3