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It's that time of year-time for a real icebreaker activity! This isn't your traditional "get-
to-know-someone" ice breaker game. This is Hampton's annual Ice Out contest!
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Every year, locals anticipate the thaw of Wiosna Lake. Since 1984, people have bought
tickets to compete in the Ice Out. Their goal is to accurately predict the moment the lake
ice will break and melt. Half the money becomes prize money, while the rest supports
Hampton Food Bank.
A wooden marker attached to a time clock is placed thirty yards from the shore in mid-
winter. When it falls through the melting ice, the exact time is recorded. The person
whose guess is closest to the actual date and time wins the Ice Out prize.
Which best shows that the author's purpose is to inform readers about Hampton's annual Ice
contest?
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