Main Idea
Some rabbits change their fur with the seasons. In the summer, they have thinner coats with short fur. As the weather cools, their fur grows longer and thicker. Spring brings more changes to a rabbit's appearance. The warm coat is no longer needed and the animal molts. Rabbits shed their dense coats in the spring. It gathers on bushes and shrubs.
What is the passage mostly about?
A rabbit’s fur can change across the seasons.
Synonym or Antonym?
below / under
What is the meaning of the word pregame?
before the game
Effect: Zaylen was hungry before lunch.
Name a Cause for this.
Cause: (ex.: Zaylen skipped breakfast.)
Cause: It rained a lot on Friday.
Name a possible Effect.
ex: Streets were flooded.
Plants are some of the only living things that make their own food. The process is called photosynthesis. To do this, green leaves trap energy from the sun. Chlorophyll is something that absorbs light from the sun. Leaves also take in water. Both substances are converted into energy.
What is the central idea the author is making about plants?
Plants use sunlight to create energy.
Synonym or Antonym?
asleep / awake
Antonym
What is the meaning of the word boxes?
more than one box
Cause: Ja'Brea followed the teacher's directions.
Name an Effect for this.
(ex.: She finished her work early. She got a reward. ...)
What suffix can be added to the word 'tall' to clarify that something is the 'most tall'
-est
tallest
Having a sturdy home is of great importance to birds. Robins take care to build durable nests. Fibers twist and turn as a robin builds. As the nest takes shape, a hollowed portion forms. This rounded section will one day hold eggs.
What is the main idea the author wants the reader to learn about nests?
Much effort is put into creating a nest.
fix / repair
Synonym
What is the meaning of the word harmful?
full of harm
Effect: Amori was tired when she got home from school.
Name a possible Cause for this.
She had been working hard at school all day.
Sandy sings in the church choir. She sings a
solo every week. Everyone looks forward to
hearing her sing. Last Sunday Mrs. Smith said,
“Sandy has the voice of an angel.” We all agreed
with her. I think she will be famous one day.
What is the main idea?
Sandy is a great singer.
My dog is called Buttons and he learns new tricks really quickly. When I say “Hands”, he will give me one of his front paws. He can even walk on two legs when I tell him to. It only took me three days to teach him these tricks. I don’t think other dogs can learn as quickly as Buttons. He is the best.
My dog is the smartest dog!
sour / sweet
Antonym
What is the meaning of the word reappear?
appear again
Effect: Ja'Kaisha went home early.
Name a Cause for this.
Ja'Kaisha had a fever.
-re
reappear
always have trouble flying a kite. For a kite to fly, the weather needs to be good and windy. If there is no wind, the kite will never fly. You need to find a spacious place to fly your kite. It is dangerous to fly your kite near roads, power lines or an airport.
What is the main idea?
Flying kites is hard.
late / tardy
Synonym
What is the meaning of the word fearless?
without fear
Effect: Mrs. Bowen and Ms. Sides work hard to help students find success.
Name a possible Cause for this.
Cause: Mrs. Bowen and Ms. Sides love their students
Who are your two favorite teachers at Greer?
Mrs. Bowen and Ms. Sides