Author's Purpose
Why does the author put the word "stop" in all capital letters in the following sentence?
Kristopher, you have to STOP before crossing the street or you will get hit by a car!
The author wants to express how important it is to stop before crossing the street, or he might get hit by a car.
She took a trip to Florida.
A. Be careful, or you will trip!
B. We planned our trip together.
C. I trip over things very often.
B. We planned our TRIP together.
Name the text structure that uses key words such as:
First, Next, Then, Finally
Years, Dates, etc
Chronology; Chronological Order
Which sentence states the central idea?
Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America. It is on the Niagara River halfway between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Niagara Falls is located on the American and Canadian border. The American Falls is 167 feet high. On the Canadian side, the Horseshoe Falls is 161 feet high.
Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America.
After waiting in line for an hour, I began to feel __________. (Which prefix is correct?)
A. unpatient
B. nonpatient
C. impatient
C. Impatient
Past, Present or Future tense verb?
The girl will dance on stage.
Future Tense Verb
Why did the author of the story "The U.S. Constitution" use the heading "The Parts of the Constitution" on page 230 in our reading book?
A. To make the text look more organized
B. To inform the reader that the Constitution was signed in the year 1787
C. To tell what the central idea of that part of the selection is.
C. To tell what the central idea of that part of the selection is.
I turned on the light so I could see better.
A. The feather was very light.
B. She wore light colors because
it was going to be a hot day.
C. There is only one light in the living room.
C. There is only one LIGHT in the living room.
What text structure tells about how two things are alike?
Comparison
What is the TOPIC of this passage.
The Statue of Liberty is visited by thousands of people every year. The Statue of Liberty is a 151 foot statue of woman holding a book and a torch. It was a gift of friendship from the people of France. It has become the universal symbol for freedom.
The Statue of Liberty
Think about the suffix "-er." What is the meaning of the word "faster" as used below:
Briar runs faster than Ms. Gill
A. Briar can run more quickly than Ms. Gill.
B. Ms. Gill is slower than any student her in class.
C. The quickest runner in the entire school is Briar.
A. Briar can run more quickly than Ms. Gill.
Past, present, or future tense verb?
The girl dances on stage.
Present Tense
What is the author's purpose for writing this:
The Slim-O-Matic will cause you to lose pounds and inches from your body in one month. This amazing machine helps you to exercise correctly and provides an easy video to show you the proper way to exercise. Send $75.99 and begin exercising today.
A. To Inform B. To Entertain C. To persuade
C. To persuade
Explain why you think like you do.
Will you check my answers for me?
A. Mom wrote a check for the fieldtrip.
B. I will check and see if the cat is
in the house.
C. If you get a check it means the answer is correct.
B. I will CHECK and see if the cat is in the house.
Which text structure tell about a reason and a result?
Cause and Effect
What is the central idea:
The Erie Canal changed the way people moved goods in the 1800’s. The 363 mile canal connected Albany, New York to Lake Erie in Buffalo for the first time. When the Canal opened in 1825, building supplies and goods could be transported quickly and cheaply across New York State. Canal boats pulled by mules carried people and supplies across New York.
Central Idea: Lake Erie changed the way people moved goods.
Think about the suffix "-est." What is the meaning of the word "fastest" as used below:
Adalynn is the fastest runner in 3rd grade.
A. Tyssen is fastest than the other boys.
B. Adalynn can run more quickly than Briar.
C. Adalynn can run more quickly than any other kid at the school
C. Adalynn can run more quickly than any other kid at the school
Which sentence uses commas correctly?
1. Jasmyn, ran jumped and skipped at recess.
2. Jasmyn ran, jumped, and skipped at recess.
3. Jasmyn ran jumped, and skipped at recess.
2. Jasmyn ran, jumped, and skipped at recess.
The author wrote a story about a dragon who learns to share with his friends. What is the author’s purpose?
A. To inform B. To persuade.
C. To entertain D. To describe
C. To entertain
I heard the phone ring while I was doing my homework.
A. To make a clear, musical sound
B. A small circle of metal you wear on your finger
C. A place where people box or wrestle
A. To make a clear, musical sound
The author describes how pollution harms animals and what people can do to help.
What text structure is used?
A. Description C. Cause and effect B. Sequence / Order. D. Compare and contrast
C. Cause and effect
Liam loves to read books about animals. He visits the library every week and writes down interesting facts about lions, turtles, and penguins. Reading has helped him learn a lot about the animal world.
What is the central idea?
Reading books can help you learn new information.
Think about the prefix “dis-.” What is the meaning of the word “disagree” as used below:
I disagree with Marcus about which game is the best.
A. I think the same game is the best as Marcus.
B. I do not think the same game is the best as Marcus.
B. I do not think the same game is the best as Marcus.
Abstract or Concrete Noun?
-The lady had many memories about her family.
Abstract Noun
The author wrote an article about why recycling helps the Earth and encourages people to recycle more. What is the author’s purpose?
A. To persuade C. To inform
B. To entert D. To describe
A. To persuade
Let’s watch the fireworks from the hill tonight.
A. A small clock you wear on your wrist
B. To look at something carefully
C. A group of guards who protect a castle
B. To look at something carefully
The author explains that many students were getting wet walking to school because they forgot their umbrellas. To fix this, the school started keeping extra umbrellas in the office for anyone who needed one.
What text structure is used?
A. Sequence / Order B. Problem and solution
C. Compare and contrast D. Description
B. Problem and solution
I have 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 central 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.
Think about the suffix “-ly.” What is the meaning of the word “quickly” as used below:
Maya ran quickly to catch the bus.
A. Maya ran very fast.
B. Maya ran slowly and carefully.
A. Maya ran very fast.
Abstract or Concrete Nouns?
The lady had many memories about her family
Concrete Nouns