Easy writers
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Grammatik Grammar and Style Checker 6.0 was used to determine the comprehension level of 20 Chicago critics and columnists. Judy Markey's Sun-Times column was accessible to fifth-graders, while Tribune critic Richard Christiansen's prose was the toughest at grade 16. A 6-10 grade level is best for average readers.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1995
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Diana daze
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Northwest University and People magazine hosted a 3-day fund-raising event featuring Princess Diana as guest of honor. More than 500 reporters and photographers covered the event, which was attended by a variety of celebrities including comedienne Joan Rivers and talk show host Phil Donahue.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1996
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Sex, lies, and volleyball
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Butler was a likely candidate to become an Olympic women's volleyball coach until Julie Bremner, whom he coached as a high school student, came forth in 1994 with charges that he sexually abused her. Shortly after her confession, two other former players presented similar charges.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 1996
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