Author's Purpose
Read the description then choose the author's purpose Persuade- convince you Inform- Tell you facts to teach you Entertain- telling you a story that makes you feel happy/ sad Tony was not happy one little bit. His sister, Susan was making honor roll... again! His parents would let her do anything she wanted to do. Tony was not making honor roll this time and he was not going to be allowed to do all the things he wanted to do. Poor Tony! He decided he would just have to study harder and get back on the honor roll. He’d show them! What is the author's purpose of this writing? _________________________ a)persuade b) inform c) entertain d) describe
c) entertain
Anju and her grandfather drove 10 hours to visit their family in a different state. She was looking forward to seeing them, but she was so weary after the long day of travel that she went straight to bed as soon as she arrived at their apartment. Which word has the same meaning as "weary" in the sentence? a. excited b. tired c. cozy d. eager
b. tired
What is the text structure?
Snakes and turtles are both reptiles. Reptiles are animals with backbones. They have different ways to protect themselves. A turtle pulls its head and legs inside its shell. A snake can attack and bit an enemy. A snake can get away much faster than a turtle.
a. cause and effect b. compare and contrast c. problem/solution d. description
b. compare and contrast
Read this passage Sam looked through the window at the city far below. The light came on informing all those on board to fasten their seat belts. They were about to land. Where was Sam?
In an airplane
Learning to do a cartwheel is as easy as pie.
What type of figurative language is used in the sentence and what is the meaning?
a. simile b. personification c. metaphor d. onomatopoeia
a. simile (it is a simple task/thing to do just like making a pie is easy to make)
Read the passage and determine the author's purpose HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Humble Pet Store, in the mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets, and you will enjoy having one! They are only $17.99 this week!! Come and buy yours today! What is the author's purpose ? __________________ a) entertain b) persuade c) inform d) share feelings
b) persuade
Every year, thousands of visitors travel to Winslow, Arizona, to see a mile-wide crater that was made 50,000 years ago when a meteorite slammed into the Earth. What is the meaning of crater as it is used in this sentence? a. a large hole in the ground b. the opening at the top if a volcano c. the act of forming a hole d. to fall or fail in a sudden way
a. a large hole in the ground
What is the text structure?
A hot-air balloon has three main parts. The envelope is the colorful fabric that contains the heated air. Underneath the envelope is the basket, which carries the passengers. There are burners in the basket that heat the air that makes the balloon flat.
a. problem/solution b. description c. cause and effect d. sequence
b. description
David through the yellow ball above his head and whacked it with the racket. The ball landed in the middle of the net 'Fault', said the umpire. What was David doing?
Playing Tennis
What type of figurative language is used in the sentence?
a. alliteration b. idiom c. hyperbole d. simile
c. hyperbole
Read the following passage and choose the author's purpose The Missing Pencil. Matt was ready to do his homework. "I am going to ace my math test," he said. Matt opened up his math book and grabbed his notebook. "Uh oh," Matt said as he looked in his pencil case. His pencil was not there. "Where is my pencil?" Matt asked. "I need my pencil to do my homework." Matt looked in his book bag. His pencil was not there. Matt looked around his desk. He did not see his pencil. Matt looked at the floor. His pencil was nowhere to be found! "Mom, I cannot find my pencil," Matt yelled. Mom walked into his room and pointed to the mirror. She said, "Look over there." "What? My pencil is not over there," Matt said. When Matt looked in the mirror, he blushed. His pencil was behind his ear! What was the author's purpose? a) inform the reader on how to sharpen one's pencil b) persuade the reader to buy mechanical pencils c) entertain the reader with a story about a boy who lost his pencil
c) entertain the reader with a story about a boy who lost his pencil
The painting that Tina entered into the art fair is outstanding. I won't be surprised if she wins first place. What is the meaning of outstanding? a. unpaid b. famous c. remaining d. excellent
d. excellent
What is the text structure?
A drought happens when a place goes a long time without any rainfall. As a result, plants die without enough water. Droughts can also cause animals to die from lack of food and water. There can be terrible dust storms.
Read this passage Josh woke up early on Saturday morning and looked outside the window. The sun was out and it was hot. His dad called to Josh and said, “It is a perfect day, don’t forget to bring a towel!” Josh grabbed a towel and they left the house. Where do you think Josh and his dad were going?
The pool
My only daughter is the apple of my eye. What type of figurative language is used in the sentence?
metaphor
Read the following passage to determine the author's purpose What are those little green lights on the grass and flying in the yard? Are they monsters? Are they UFOs? No, they aren’t monsters and they aren’t UFOs. They’re fireflies. Fireflies are little insects that glow with a cool green light. If you touch one it won’t burn you. Some fireflies glow to warn other animals that they don’t taste good. Frogs, bats, and birds do not like to eat animals that glow. The glow helps keep fireflies safe. Sometimes we call fireflies glowworms. You can catch fireflies in a jar. Don’t forget to let them go again. What was the author's purpose in writing Fireflies a) to inform the reader about Fireflies lights b) to entertain the reader with a story about funny fireflies c) to persuade the reader to conduct a science experiment about fireflies d) to describe the migration habits of fireflies
a) to inform the reader about Fireflies lights
choose the group of words that best shows the meaning of "determined" in the paragraph.
When I first met Ali, she seemed "shy and mild-mannered." She did not like to be the "center of attention". But after seeing her on the basketball court, I realized that she was "as tough as nails". She was a determined athlete who "impressed everyone" with her talent.
as tough as nails
What is the text structure?
Want to fix yourself something easy and delicious for breakfast? First, take out a bowl. Second, find a box of your favorite cereal. Third, put about a cup of cereal in the bowl. Then, pour some milk over the cereal. Finally, get a spoon and start eating.
sequence
Lisa carefully examined the bug sitting on the leaf. She noticed that it had six legs and a hard shell. Lisa had never seen a bug like this before. She grabbed her magnifying glass and camera. What do you know about Lisa? A. She is helpful. B. She is afraid of bugs. C. She is very curious. D. She likes to play soccer.
C. She is very curious.
Storm clouds marched across the sky.
What type of figurative language is used in the sentence?
personification
Read the following passage and decide the author's purpose Walt Disney Without the creativity of one man, there would be no “happiest place on earth,” also known as Disneyland. Walt Disney was a creative genius who looked out on a huge orange grove and imagined building a “magic kingdom.” Disney was born in 1901 in Chicago, Illinois. As a child, he enjoyed drawing and even sold his pictures to neighbors. When he was sixteen, he joined the Red Cross and drove an ambulance in France during World War One. After the war ended, Disney started making short cartoons in Kansas City, but soon ran out of money. He decided to find his fortune in Hollywood. He came to California with a suitcase and $20 in his pocket. It was in the 1940s that Walt Disney first had his brainstorm about a fun park for families. His idea grew bigger and bigger, and he realized he needed a lot of space for his park. He wanted it to have everything—a mountain, rockets, spinning teacups, and a fairy castle! What is the author's purpose in writing this biography? a) to entertain the reader with the enchantment of Disney b) to inform the reader about Disney's life c) to explain how to build an amusement park d) to persuade the reader to visit Disneyland
b) to inform the reader about Disney's life
Raul and his uncle collected the fallen "branches and leaves" from their year after the storm, and "they squeezed it" into a large garbage bad. "This "weighs a ton!" said Raul as he carried the bag to the truck to "bring to the dump."
It's a bulky load, his uncle said, nodding in agreement. Which phrase best shows the meaning of bulky?
"weighs a ton"
What is the text structure?
Lots of families feel rushed in the mornings, so many kids aren’t eating a good breakfast. One way to prevent this is to get up 15-20 minutes earlier. Ask your kids what they would like to eat. It’s okay to have pizza for breakfast! Plan your breakfast meals one week ahead.
Problem/solution
Abbie has her backpack on her bed. She is packing for a trip. She lays out a waterproof jacket and rain hat, extra socks, a flashlight, compass, binoculars, and water bottle. She hunts for extra batteries and decides to bring her camera. She checks on her sleeping bag and helps her parents bring out the tent. Where are Abbie and her parents are going?
Camping
Give the definition of each figurative language:
Simile/ Hyperbole/ Alliteration/ Metaphor/ Personification/ Onomatopoeia/ Imagery
simile- comparing two unlike things using like or as. hyperbole- extreme exaggerations alliteration-beginning sound repeat metaphor- comparing two unlike things without using like or as personification- giving a nonliving or living thing human characteristics onomatopoeia- sounds imagery- words that enhances senses