Main Idea/Theme
True or False: The first and last sentence of a text can help you find the main idea.
True
How many total text structures did we learn about this year?
Bonus: Name them all!
a. 4
b. 5
c. 3
d. 6
b. 5
Give one strategy that can help you figure out the definition of an unknown word?
prefixes/suffixes
read around the word
substitution
Which quote from the text supports the theme of bravery?
A. “Trigger took such an interest in the switching that Charlie made a decision.”
B. “Charlie discovered a section of track that needed repair.”
C. “Trigger scampered along, his curly black ears flopping in the biting wind.”
D. “There was Trigger in the center of the track, sitting proudly on his hind legs.”
D. “There was Trigger in the center of the track, sitting proudly on his hind legs.”
True or False: Character traits are the same as character emotions.
False
What evidence supports your understanding of the theme?
a. Even though she felt frustrated, she continued to go to class week after week.
b. Georgia decided to take a sewing class.
c. “Clearly I’m just terrible at sewing!” she complained.
d. Georgia felt very frustrated when she couldn’t sew a straight line on the first day
a. Even though she felt frustrated, she continued to go to class week after week.
What is the text structure of the paragraph?
A common complaint about school cafeteria menus has been that many of the foods lack nutritional value. Health officials warn us not to eat foods that are high in salt and fat. To help resolve this ongoing issue, many school districts have taken steps to revamp their cafeteria offerings, including adding salads and other healthy foods to their menus.
Problem and Solution
The shrewd detective was able to easily analyze the evidence and accurately conclude which suspect was guilty. Using the clues in this sentence, I can determine that shrewd means...
a)fierce
b)foolish
c)clever
d)suspicious
c)clever
Which statement from the text shows that Trigger was a smart dog?
A. “Trigger was a railroad dog right from the start.”
B. “One of Charlie’s duties was to turn the switch, and Trigger went with him.”
C. “Hearing those engine whistles all the time, Trigger learned to tell them apart.”
D. “Trigger went with Charlie each time and stood beside him.”
C. “Hearing those engine whistles all the time, Trigger learned to tell them apart.”
Which detail from the text best supports the idea that Sam is determined?
A. Sam followed her grandmother along the edge of the marsh.
B. She researched, filled pages of notes, and created a plan.
C. Sam raised her hand during science class.
D. Grandma pointed to the shoreline.
B. She researched, filled pages of notes, and created a plan.
Sometimes too much of a good thing can become a very bad thing indeed. In an earnest attempt to consume a healthy diet, dietary supplement enthusiasts have been known to overdose. Vitamin C, for example, long thought to help people ward off cold viruses, is currently being studied for its possible role in warding off cancer and other diseases that cause tissue degeneration. Unfortunately, an overdose of vitamin C – more than 10,000 mg. – on a daily basis can cause nausea and diarrhea. Calcium supplements, commonly taken by women, are helpful in warding off osteoporosis. More than just a few grams a day, however, can lead to stomach upset and even kidney or bladder stones. Niacin, proven useful in reducing cholesterol levels, can be dangerous in large doses to those who suffer from heart problems, asthma, or ulcers.
The main idea expressed in this paragraph is ?
A. supplements taken in excess can be a bad thing indeed.
B. dietary supplement enthusiasts have been known to overdose.
C. vitamins can cause nausea, diarrhea, and kidney or bladder stones.
D. people who take supplements are preoccupied with their health.
A. supplements taken in excess can be a bad thing indeed.
What is the text structure used in this paragraph?
Two popular menu items are Cobb salad and Taco salad. Both start with a base of lettuce and each includes meat/protein, but they have very different toppings. Cobb salad has bacon, shredded cheese, tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, chicken, and avocado. Taco salad has ground beef, tomatoes, chili beans, cheese, onion, and crushed tortilla chips. The dressings are varied for both of the salads. Both are hearty enough to be a meal.
Compare and Contrast
Ms Burgess accentuated the title of the story by drawing arrows directly to the bold print and highlighting the words. Which context clues in the sentence best help us determine the meaning of accentuated?
a)Ms Burgess
b)title of the story
c)highlighting the words
c)highlighting the words
Which statement from the text supports the idea that chefs have unusual hours?
A. “It’s a lot of planning.”
B. “Every day it’s something different.”
C. “When everybody is playing, you’re working.”
D. “We’re going to have a wide variety of things.”
C. “When everybody is playing, you’re working.”
How does the detail about Sam raising her hand in science class describe her character?
A. It shows that she is shy an avoids attention.
B. It shows she is willing to act on her concerns, even in front of others.
C. It shows she is more comfortable learning from books than from experience.
D. It shows she is trying to impress her teacher.
B. It shows she is willing to act on her concerns, even in front of others.
Which is an example of a theme?
a. Differences of opinion create problems.
b. Family should always be there to help.
c. If they really want to help, teachers should just do all the work.
d. Hard work pays off.
d. Hard work pays off.
What text structure is used in this paragraph?
It’s easy to make a salad. First, chop up lettuce and put it in a bowl. Then cut up and add the fresh veggies you like: tomatoes, onions, cucumbers and carrots. Next, select the dressing you want to add and pour it over the top. Finally, add some croutons for a nice crunchy finish.
Sequence
We were astonished by the beauty and splendor of the snow capped mountains. It was truly a majestic sight to behold. Can you determine the meaning of splendor using the context clues in these sentences?
a)a mountain range
b)a magic trick or optical illusion
c)something that is imagined or make-believe
d)something of great beauty or impressive appearance
d)something of great beauty or impressive appearance
Which statement from the text supports that chocolate is an important ingredient for Chef Justus?
A. “He comes up with recipes to go on the menus.”
B. “I like the dark chocolates.”
C. “We use the chocolates as much as we can.”
D. “We do a chocolate-barbecued chicken wing.”
C. “We use the chocolates as much as we can.”
Which detail from the text best supports the idea that what Sam saw at the shoreline changed how she thinks about nature?
A. "The salty air clung to her skin, and tiny crabs scurried into their holes when she stepped too close."
B. "Sam felt a knot form in her chest."
C. "She filled pages of her notebook with information."
D. "Grandma squeezed her hand. 'You kept your promise to this place.'"
B. "Sam felt a knot form in her chest."
Most children have an interest in learning to play a musical instrument at one point or another during their growing-up years. Parents need to take advantage of that urge to play when it appears. Some very small children become intrigued with music because they see their parents or their older siblings play. The Suzuki method of instruction capitalizes on that early willingness to learn by involving the parent and the child in the child’s instructions. Elementary-aged youngsters often are exposed to stringed instruments or band instruments in their school music classes. Because kids like to do what other kids do, parents who are not musicians themselves can take advantage of both instruction and enthusiasm. It is at the middle school level, however, that peer pressure can really work to the benefit of parents who want to hear the sound of music around the house.
The most accurate expression of the central idea of this paragraph is?
A. most children have an interest in learning to play a musical instrument during their growing-up years.
B. some very small children become intrigued with music because they see their parents or siblings play.
C. at various points, parents can take advantage of their children’s desire to play a musical instrument.
D. middle-school children take delight at selecting and learning to play an instrument along with their friends.
C. at various points, parents can take advantage of their children’s desire to play a musical instrument.
What text structure is used in this paragraph?
Salad bars became very popular at restaurants in the early 1980’s because health and physical fitness became widespread topics. Restaurants added salad bars to their menus to keep up with what customers wanted. Burger King and Wendy’s even had salad bars in their restaurant space for a while. Although many of the self-serve salad bars are gone, restaurants still offer a variety of pre-made salads as menu items.
Cause & Effect
Not dull at all, Jessica vividly described her vacation. We could visualize the sandy beaches and turquoise waves of her ocean get-away. Which antonym gives us a clue to the meaning of vividly?
a)dull
b)described
c)vacation
d)turquoise
a)dull
Why is it important for a chef to have creativity?
A. The chef has to be willing to find enjoyment when working on the weekends and holidays.
B. The chef has to be able to change the menu for each group being served.
C. The chef has to be able to plan ahead to prepare for large groups of customers.
D. The chef has to be able to communicate directly with all those involved with preparing the food.
B. The chef has to be able to change the menu for each group being served.
Which detail from the text best supports the idea that community effort leads to change?
A. “Dozens of volunteers gathered at the shoreline.”
B. “Sam imagined birds nesting among the branches.”
C. “Grandma remembered the past.”
D. “Sam walked along the marsh.”
A. “Dozens of volunteers gathered at the shoreline.”