5th Grade
Reading
Reading
What is a character trait?
An adjective to describe a character in a story!
What does RACES stand for?
Restate the question
Answer the question
Cite the evidence
Explain the evidence
Summarize
What is authors purpose?
the reason an author wrote a text.
What are 4 text structures?
sequence, cause and effect, problem and solution, compare and contrast
Name the three components of every narrative.
A. Character
B. Setting
C. Plot
What are some transition words you can use when writing an essay?
First, Second, Next, Last,
Finally
What is a noun?
A person, place, thing, or idea
What is evidence?
Information that supports an idea or argument.
Describe onomatopoeia and give an example.
A type of word that sounds like the word it refers to.
Ex...buzz, crash, sizzle, etc
What are the people or animals that have dialogue in a story called?
Characters
What is a synonym for the word boast?
Dad couldn't help but boast all night about how his cookies were the best dessert at the party.
enjoy
cook
brag
brag
An adjective is...
A word that describes a noun
What is central idea?
The most important idea the author wants the reader to understand; what the story is mainly about.
If the story is written by someone IN the story, what is the point of view?
First person Point of View
What is the setting?
Where and when the story takes place
What is an antonym for the word reluctant?
After trying the sour lemon popsicles, Mark was reluctant to take another bite; his face was twisting in dislike.
excited
nervous
hesitant
excited
A verb is...
An action word
What is plot?
the actions that happen in the story
What is authors message?
messages or related ideas that an author wants a reader to understand.
What is the conflict?
The problem in a story
What is a synonym for the word yearn?
After finishing her dinner, Anna couldn't help but yearn for one scoop of her mother's homemade ice cream.
forget
desire
feel full
desire
What are the components of a 5th-grade essay?
Introduction, Body paragraphs (with evidence), Conclusion
What is the climax?
The most important part of a story.
What is a simile?
when you compare 2 things using the words like or as.
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