Quote It Right!
What does it mean to "quote accurately" from a text?
To use the exact words from the text to support your answer.
What is a theme?
The lesson or message the author wants readers to learn.
What 3 elements make up the plot triangle? (The order of a story).
Beginning, middle, and end
What is “point of view”?
The perspective or voice telling the story.
What is text structure?
How information or events are organized in a text.
“The rain pounded against the windows, and Lena pulled her blanket tighter.” What can you infer about Lena?
She feels cold or scared because of the storm.
Which of these could be a theme of “The Tortoise and the Hare”?
Slow and steady wins the race.
What does the setting of a story describe?
Where and when the story takes place.
I walked to the store.” — What point of view?
First person.
Name one clue word for cause and effect.
Because, therefore, since
Which phrase shows evidence for this inference: “Troy was confident before the game”?
“He smiled and said, ‘We’ve got this!’”
What does SWBST stand for?
Somebody. Wanted. But. So. Then.
How can a character’s actions affect the plot?
Their choices can cause or solve the main problem.
“They laughed as the bus drove away.” — What point of view?
Third person.
What text structure is used: “First the eggs hatch. Then the birds learn to fly.”
Sequence.
Why is it important to include quotes in your answers?
It proves your thinking with evidence from the text.
“After losing the game, the team helped each other up.” What’s the theme?
True teamwork means supporting each other even in loss.
“Nia helped her friend study even though she wanted to play.” What does this show about Nia’s character?
She’s loyal and caring.
How does first person make a story different from third person?
You only know one character’s thoughts and feelings.
“Both whales and dolphins are mammals.” What structure?
Compare and contrast.
Marcus looked down when the teacher called his name.” What can you infer, and what quote supports it?
He feels guilty or embarrassed; supported by “looked down.”
What is the difference between a topic and a theme?
Topic = what the story is about; Theme = what the author teaches about it.
How might a new setting change the story’s problem?
It could create new challenges or make the conflict easier/harder.
Why might an author choose third-person omniscient POV?
To show what multiple characters are thinking or feeling.
Why do authors use problem/solution structure?
To show how a problem is introduced and resolved.