Author's Purpose
Cause & Effect
Main Idea
Character Traits
Plot
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Why did the author write the story of Pear and Wagner Two Good Friends?
What is to entertain because many funny things happen in that story.
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Anansi ran to the Justice Tree at the end of Anansi Goes Fishing (Effect) What caused this?
He did all the work and didn't get to eat the fish. (Cause)
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What is the story "A Turkey for Thanksgiving" mostly about?
It is nice to share holidays with friends?
100
What do we know about Anansi in the story Anansi Goes Fishing?
Anansi has been known to be lazy. He also wants to trick Turtle into doing all the work.
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What did you learn about people from the characters in the story Rosa and Blanca?
When people love each other, they think more about the other person than they do themselves. They are generous with their time, things, and love.
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Why does the author in Dear Juno tell you that in Korea, Juno is a boy's name, not a girl's?
Knowing that information helps us understand the story a little bit better.
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Why did George Washington Carver have to wait until he was thirty to enter college (effect)? from the story A Weed is a Flower.
(cause) He had to work to save enough money to pay for it. It was not simple. There weren't many colleges that accepted blacks, even if they had money to pay.
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What is the story "Iris and Walter" mostly about?
A girl (Iris) who is looking to find a friend after recently moving to the country.
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Who are Rosa and Blanca?
Sisters who work together and help each other with chores. Both sisters think about each other.
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What problem do the animals share in the story "Bremen Town Musicians"?
They have all grown old, so their owners no longer want them.
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Why do you think the author wrote "Exploring Space with an Astronaut"?
The author wanted to tells us some facts about what astronauts do in space, inform us.
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Why does Turtle bite Beaver's tail so hard in the story "Turtle's Race with Beaver" (cause)?
She (Turtle) knows that it will hurt him and he will fling his tail. That way she will be throw across the finish line (effect).
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What does Little Red Ant learn about being strong in the story "The Strongest One"?
Little Red Ant learns that everyone (everything) is stronger than someone (something) else..
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What made George Washington Carver a good scientist in the story "A Weed is a Flower"?
George was called the Plant Doctor because he knew how to make them grow and stay healthy. He was curious and asked a lot of questions. He could figure out what was wrong with them when they weren't growing well by conducting experiments.
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What are some of the things Iris and Walter do in "Iris and Walter"?
Iris and Walter climb trees, roll down hills, play hide and seek, roller skate and ride a pony.
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What might you be persuaded to do after reading "Dear Juno"?
Write a letter to a grandparent or other loved one.
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What makes Water stronger than Fire in "The Strongest One"?
When you put water on fire, the fire goes out.
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What would you say to Ronald Morgan in the story "Ronald Morgan Goes to Bat" to help him play baseball?
I would tell him that he has great team spirit, keep his eyes open and just keep trying.
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How is Ronald Morgan like his father in "Ronald Morgan Goes to Bat"?
Ronald and his father were both terrible at playing baseball. They closed their eyes swinging at the ball.
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Do you think Henry and Mudge enjoy camping at Bear Lake in the story "Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night"?
Yes Henry and Mudge like to be together hiking, climbing, and exploring nature. They both look like they have smiles on their faces. Henry and Mudge are best friends. They are doing things they couldn't do at home.
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Why did the author include information about George Washington Carvers childhood in the story "A Weed is a Flower"?
If you are going to write a biography about the life of George Washington Carver, you need to included all of the details about his life beginning when he was just a child. The author wanted to show the struggles of his life and how hard work and perseverance can pay off.
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When Jim grew up in the story "Tara and Tiree" he decided to become a dog trainer (effect). What do you think caused this or gave him the idea?
Jim's family always had dogs when he grew up in Canada. He loved dogs. They were part of his family. He learned how to train dogs, he helped them learn to be good. Jim said, "There is no such thing as a bad dog."
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Which story teaches us that old animals can still be useful and enjoy life?
What is The Bremen Town Musicians?
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Why does Pearl say that Wagner made the robot with her in "Pearl and Wager"?
Pearl doesn't want Walter to feel left out. He did help a little, so she includes him. Pearl is a good friend.
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What do Tara and Tiree do once Jim falls into the water in "Tara and Tiree Fearless Friends"?
The dogs run to help. Tiree falls in the water trying to help. Tara wanted to help. She got down low. Then, she moved toward Jim. Jim grabbed her collar. Tara pulled back. Jim did not move, he was too heavy. Tiree climbs out of the water on Jim's back. Together, Tara and Tiree pull back as Jim holds onto their collars. Finally, they pulled Jim out of the water.
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