Theme
Main Idea
Author's Purpose
Inference
Word Meaning
100
What is theme?
The moral of the story
100
When a story talks about a specific thing throughout the story, what is this called?
Main Idea/Central Idea
100
What is the reason an author writes a passage?
What is Author's purpose.
100
When you use prior knowledge and combine it with what you are currently reading to come up with a conclusion.
What is a Inference.
100
I would like to request that we eat at Wendy's today because it is my favorite restaurant. What does request mean?
To ask for something
200
“I don’t want a new baby brother!” whined Kim.
“Honey, you don’t have a choice. He will be here next
month,” mom said rubbing her big belly.
Kim couldn’t believe that she would have to be around a
loud, slobbery baby. Plus, the thought of sharing anything,
especially attention from her mom and dad, with a new baby
didn’t sound fun at all!
“You will be one of the most important people in his life!”
mom exclaimed. “He will need you to look out for him and to
teach him new things!”
“Hmm, I guess that’s true. I will be showing him a lot of
new things. Maybe it won’t be all that terrible having a little
rugrat running around here,” Kim replied with a sigh. “Just
don’t expect me to change his diapers!”
acceptance
200
I can't wait until this weekend!
We’re going to my grandparents’
house and my entire family will be
there. I will spend most of my time
playing games with my cousins. We
always have such a good time
together! The day goes by so fast,
and by the end we are all
exhausted... but we still don’t want
to leave!
The main idea of this passage is:
A. Weekends are times to travel.
B. The writer enjoys spending time
with family.
C. The writer’s grandparents live
far away.
D. The writer is sad to leave her cousins
B. The writer enjoys spending time
with family.
200
Natalee flicked the light switch on and off, but nothing happened. She tried to turn on her TV, but it wouldn't come on either. She began to worry because soon it would be dark and she was in the house alone?
What can we infer ?
The power has gone out
200
The person I admire most is my dad. He is honest, hardworking, and wise. What does admire mean?
Respect
look up to
300
Georgia decided to take a sewing class, but felt
very frustrated when she couldn’t sew a straight
line on the first day.
“This looks so easy, but it’s not! Clearly I’m
just terrible at sewing!” she complained.
Even though she felt frustrated, she continued
to go to class week after week. Each week, her
sewing instructor helped her. By the last week of
class, Georgia finally completed a project all by
herself! She created a rectangular pillow for her
bed… with four mostly perfect straight lines.
preserverance
300
Wilbur and Orville Wright were brothers who were inventors, even from a young age when they built
kites and bicycles. Many people credit the Wright Brothers with designing and building the first
successful airplane. In 1903, their first flight only lasted 12 seconds, but it continues to inspire people all
over the world to learn about science and math, to work hard to realize their dreams, and to use
imagination to achieve success.
The main idea of this passage is:
A. The Wright Brothers worked hard.
B. The Wright Brothers were inventors who have inspired many people.
C. Inventors build kites and bicycles.
D. The first flight was in 1903.
B. The Wright Brothers were inventors who have inspired many people.
300
Biography of Steph Curry
Inform
300
Charlotte looked down, the sound of everyone's laughter burned in her ears. She felt her face grow warm and knew she was turning red. She wished she could just walk out of the classroom.
What can we infer?
Charlotte is embarrassed
300
What word will make both sentences correct?
I take a _______ every morning.
There was a sudden ________ of rain last night
Shower
400
One minute we were goofing around and having
fun and the next thing I knew, Hank’s body soared
over the top of the patio and suddenly his life was
in danger. With fingers grasped tightly on the
railing, he desperately cried for help. I watched his
grip slowly slip away and knew that a 40-foot
plunge to the ground could be disastrous. Without
stopping to consider my own safety, I jumped into
action.
My heart pounded through my chest and fear
pulsed through my veins as I clutched his hands and
pulled up as hard as I could.
courage
400
I have a dog whose name is Paco. He is almost 10 years old. Paco is very loveable with a brown face
and short black fur. He is one of my best friends. He plays with me, sleeps with me, and goes on walks
with me. I am so glad to have him around. I love him.
The main idea of this passage is:
A. The dog’s name is Paco.
B. Everyone should have a dog.
C. The writer's dog is an important part of his life.
D. The dog is cute and sweet.
C. The writer's dog is an important part of his life.
400
Young Sheldon
Entertain
400
Rawan loved this time of year. She loved the bright red leaves on trees, piles of leaves on sidewalks, and the decorated pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns showing up on people's steps and porches.
What season can we infer it is ?
autumn/fall
400
In the following sentence is the word in parenthesis a verb or a noun:
"I love to (paint), Mrs. Williams told her students. "I find it relaxing."
Verb
500
Even though Greg had been looking forward to his
best friend’s party for over a month, he knew his
grandma would really love to see him.
“It’s your choice, Greg. Grandma is really sick, but I
know you’ve been very excited about this party,” said his
mom.
Most of his class was planning on going to the party
and he knew it would be so much fun! After some
thought, though, Greg knew exactly what he was going to
do.
“It’s not like this is the last party that I’ll ever be
invited to and grandma would be so sad if I didn’t come,”
said Greg. “Plus, I always like making her smile.”
family
500
Eric gripped the bat in his hands. His palms were sweaty but he took a deep breath as he stepped up
to the plate. He had to score a run or his team would lose the game. When the pitcher threw a fastball,
Eric’s reflexes took over and he heard the “Crack!” of the bat hitting the ball. His heart raced with
excitement as he ran to first base. He was safe!
The main idea of this passage is:
A. Eric plays baseball.
B. Eric scores a homerun.
C. How to play baseball.
D. Eric overcomes his nerves and makes it to first base.
D. Eric overcomes his nerves and makes it to first base.
500
Persuade
500
In the following sentence is the word in parenthesis a noun or a verb? What is the meaning of the Italicized word?"I will (pencil) you in to meet with you to discuss classroom distractions .
verb, ( diversion, interruption, disturbance, anything that changes your focus or concentration )