Finding the proof
This is the specific definition of text evidence used to support an argument.
What is facts/info used as support?
Add a comma where needed: "Philadelphia one of the oldest cities in America is home to the Liberty Bell."
"Philadelphia, one of the oldest cities in America, is home to the Liberty Bell."
A character has a diaper in her hand and spit-up on her shirt; what can you infer?
"She is a mother (or caregiver)."
True or False: In active voice, the subject is doing the action.
What is true?
This is the definition of "theme" in literature
"What is the universal message or central idea of a story?"
This is the term for information that is clearly and directly stated in the text.
What is Explicit?
This type of verb always has a direct object that receives the action.
"What is a transitive verb?"
The midway is full of people eating food, and you can see many farm animals on display. Where are you?
"What is a fair or carnival?"
Change to active voice: "The book was read by the librarian."
"The librarian read the book."
These are often used as tools to reveal the theme.
"What are characters' actions, dialogue, or plot outcomes?"
These are the three main ways to use text evidence in a response.
What are Quotations, Paraphrases, and Summaries?
This type of clause contains a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a sentence.
"What is a dependent clause?"
Infer the meaning: "His mind was like an atom bomb ready to explode."
"He was extremely angry or about to have a sudden outburst."
Identify the voice: "We were invited by our neighbors to attend their party."
Answer: "What is passive voice?"
Identify the theme concept in a story where a character learns to appreciate what they have.
"What is gratitude or contentment?"
This is why it is important to include evidence rather than just giving an opinion
What is to prove accuracy/support ideas?
Choose the correct word: "The paintbrush is (lying/laying) by your pastel chalks."
"What is lying?"
A student always has a book in their hands; what does this suggest about them?
Answer: "They enjoy reading or are studious."
Change to passive voice: "Amy mailed the letter."
Answer: "The letter was mailed by Amy."
How is a "theme" different from a "topic"?
"A topic is one word (like 'friendship'), but a theme is a full statement about that topic (like 'friendship requires sacrifice')."
This term refers to information in a text that is not fully explained, leaving the reader unsure
What is Matters Left Uncertain?
Identify the complete and simple predicates in: "Corey enjoys playing the piano."
"Simple: enjoys; Complete: enjoys playing the piano."
A character turns red and looks at their feet after dressing in the dark; why?
Answer: "They realized they put on two different shoes (or another dressing error)."
What is a common reason to use passive voice?
Answer: "When you don't know who performed the action or you want to emphasize the object."
Explain how an author's point of view can impact the theme
Answer: "The author's attitude or perspective influences the message they want to convey about a topic."