Topic 1
What is the main idea
of the passage?
Topic 1 - $100 Answer
The Amazon rainforest is home to many plants, animals, and resources.
What does the word “agile” most likely mean?
Quick and graceful.
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
To persuade readers to recycle.
What can you infer about where Jordan is?
He is in a basketball game.
What is the poem mostly about?
The ocean and the beach.
Which sentence best supports the main idea?
“The Amazon rainforest is home to more plant and animal species than any other place on Earth.”
What context clue helps you figure out the meaning of “agile”?
“Moved quickly and smoothly without stumbling.”
Which text feature would best help a reader understand how to recycle?
A diagram showing what items can be recycled.
How is Jordan probably feeling?
Nervous or focused.
What is an example of personification in the poem?
“The waves crash upon the shore” (waves don’t actually “crash” like a person).
Which of these would be a good title for the passage?
“The Amazing Amazon Rainforest”
What is another word for “agile” based on the passage?
Nimble
Which sentence shows that recycling helps the environment?
“Recycling also helps conserve natural resources, like trees and water.”
What detail helps you infer that Jordan is in an important moment?
“The crowd was silent as he focused on the hoop.”
How many stanzas does the poem have?
One stanza.
What role does the Amazon River play in the rainforest?
It provides water to plants and animals.
If someone is not agile,
how might they act?
Clumsy, slow, or unbalanced.
How might a bolded word help a reader understand this passage?
It highlights important words like “recycling” to help readers focus on key ideas.
What do you think happens next?
The ball goes in, or he misses the shot.
What mood does the poem create?
A peaceful, relaxing mood.
Why is the Amazon rainforest important to the world?
It produces 20% of the world's oxygen.
What type of context clue is used in the passage?
A synonym (moved quickly and smoothly).
What would be a good caption for a picture of a recycling bin?
“Place plastic, glass, and paper here to help the planet!”
Why does Jordan bounce the ball before taking the shot?
To focus or prepare himself.
What sense does the poem appeal to the most?
Sight (seagulls swooping, waves crashing) and sound (seagulls crying).