Author's Purpose
What is author's purpose?
the reason why an author writes a piece of work
What are the two types of conflict?
external and internal
The cat was as soft as a pillow.
simile
How many days are in the month of April?
30
eagle
persuade, inform, entertain
Sarah couldn't decide if she should do her homework or go outside and play with her friends.
internal- person vs. self
The sun was a blazing ball in the sky.
metaphor
What are 2 holidays in the month of May? (smaller holidays)
Mother's day, Memorial Day, Cinco de Mayo
3rd.
This pie is so delicious you want to buy one right now! They are on sale so you can get 2 for the price of one. Don't forget to buy your pies today!
persuade
Timmy was walking home when he got stuck in a rain storm. He had to hide under a tree until the rain stopped.
external- person vs. nature
Sally sells seashells by the seashore.
alliteration
What are my favorite colors? (Hint there are 2. )
pink and orange
What number is my classroom?
15
entertaining
John told his sister she couldn't play on the computer and his sister yelled at him.
external- person vs. person
It was raining cats and dogs.
Name 5 Disney movies
lots of choices!!
What are the secretaries' names that work in the office?
Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Bursey
inform
Mulan wants to take her dad's place in war, but she can't because she is a girl
person vs. society
The tree danced in the wind.
personification
How many states are there? Name 10
50, lots of choices
Who are all of the teachers in 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade?
Mr. St. John, Mrs. Sirois/Mrs. I, Mrs. Roderick, Mrs. Campeta, Ms. Glidden, Ms. Paige, Mrs. Vaillancourt, Ms. Lawrence