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There are many theories about why the dinosaurs vanished from the planet. One theory is that a gigantic meteorite smashed into the Earth. Scientists believe that the meteorite was very big. The impact may have produced a large dust cloud that covered the Earth for many years. The dust cloud may have caused plants to not receive sunlight. The large plant eaters, or herbivores, may have died off, followed by the large meat eaters, or carnivores. This theory may or may not be true, but it is one explanation on why these giant reptiles no longer inhabit the Earth.
What is the organizational pattern of this passage?
What is cause and effect?
Keywords: theory, caused, may have
Using Context Clues tell me the definition of the word dispute in the sentence below: Today, Brea and Elizabeth are having a dispute over which radio station to play at work. They usually agree on which radio station to play.
Which context clue is being used?
antonym, synonym, inference, definition, explanation
What is an argument or disagreement and antonym?
Read passage 1, question 1.
What is D?
Fifty-five mostly prominent, male delegates attended the Philadelphia Convention in 1787. About seventy-five percent of the delegates had served in Congress. These men are often referred to as the Framers of the Constitution. What does the word prominent probably mean?
a. unimportant b. unknown c. common d. important
which context clue is used?
what is d and inference/example?
It's important to think critically about things or else you may be led astray. For example, the brontosaurus never really existed. Yet many people still believe in the brontosaurus today. You see, the "brontosaurus" is actually the body of an apatosaurus with the head of a camarasaurus. This concocted creature was made from two mismatched fossils. People should think critically about such findings. They should analyze the presented components carefully, with a critical mind. If more people had done this, entire generations of school children may not have been misinformed. One should always think critically about the information that one receives. Keep these problems in mind when conducting your studies.
What is the text structure and why?
What is problem and solution?
Keyword: Problem
Using Context Clues tell me the definition of the word saturated in the sentence below: The saturated, dripping wet dog ran in the house after swimming in the lake.
Which context clue is being used?
antonym, synonym, inference, definition, explanation
What is dripping wet and synonym or definition?
Read passage 1, question 2
What is B?
Draw the graphic organizer used to illustrate cause and effect?
what is boxes and arrows?
The surface of the Earth is divided into pieces called "tectonic plates." When these plates move, they do not move smoothly. They may rub against each other, creating tremendous friction and energy. The force of these movements can shake the surface of the Earth, resulting in what is commonly known as an earthquake. Some parts of the world get more earthquakes than other parts. The parts of the earth that get most earthquakes are near the edges of these plates.
what is Cause and effect?
Keyword: Resulting
Using Context Clues tell me the definition of the word sustain in the sentence below: Lakes occupy less than two percent of the Earth's surface , yet they help to sustain life. For instance, lakes give us fish to eat, irrigate crops and generate electrical power.
Which context clue is being used?
antonym, synonym, inference, definition, explanation
What is to prolong, To keep in existence; maintain and explanation?
Read passage 2, question 3
What is C?
2.The Navajo language is an unwritten language of extreme complexity with no alphabet or symbols, and is spoken only on the lands of the Navajo Nation in the American Southwest. During World War II a Navajo code was created for the U.S. Navy. This code was virtually undecipherable to anyone except Navajo speaking persons. What does the word virtually probably mean?
a. pleasant b. almost c. never d. always
which context clue is used?
What is B and inference?
One day Dino the Dinosaur decided to go for a walk to the watering hole. It was a sunny day and the sky was blue and clear. Dino was thinking about his girlfriend Dina and her beauty. Suddenly, Dino saw a pack of wild lizards and animals running through the plains in a frenzy. Dino tried to ask the critters why they were running, but they didn't stop to chat. Dino scratched his head and continued toward the watering hole. Soon after, Dino heard a loud thumping noise like the slow beat of a drum. The earth shook and fruit fell from the trees. But Dino was so deep in thought over his girl Dina that he didn't even notice. The thumping grew louder and louder as Timmy the Tyrannosaurs Rex approached Dino. Dino kept thinking about his girl Dina until the moment Timmy ate him.
What is chronological?
Keywords: suddenly, soon after, one day
Using Context Clues tell me the definition of the word pioneered in the sentence below: The ancient Greeks pioneered many kinds of writing we consider standard today. They wrote speeches , plays, poems, books about science and learning, long histories of things that happened then.
Which context clue is being used?
antonym, synonym, inference, definition, explanation
What is to originate, develop or take part in the development of and explanation?
Read passage 2, question 4?
What is C?
Tennis racquets have changed greatly in the last ten years.
What is the controlling idea of the sentence?
Hint: The controlling idea is the author's opinion and main idea. It shows the direction the author is taking.
What is have changed greatly?
A hurricane is a large storm with heavy winds and rain. Hurricanes begin in the ocean and build up strength as they move across the water. Some of the damage caused by hurricanes is from high winds. But most of the damage usually comes from tidal surges, which flood entire cities. A tornado is a storm that develops on land, with no warning. Tornadoes move in a circular motion with heavy winds and have a funnel shape. Tornadoes pick up and carry dirt, dust, and even objects. Most damage caused by tornadoes comes from their high velocity winds. These winds are extremely destructive and deadly. Tornadoes can demolish entire neighborhoods in a few seconds to a few minutes. Tornadoes can form when hurricanes, which are much larger, make landfall. But a hurricane cannot be created by a tornado.
What compare and contrast?
Using Context Clues tell me the definition of the word thrive in the sentence below: Bats that eat fruit and nectar spread seeds and help flowers grow. Without bats many important plants would not thrive.
Which context clue is being used?
antonym, synonym, inference, definition, explanation
What is to flourish and synonym?
Read passage 3, question 1 and 2
What is A and B?
Many women suffer from unequal treatment in employment, as women, or specifically in relation to their reproductive role. Maternity protection is a crucial element in the struggle to achieve equality between men and women workers, as well as an essential element in the basic protection of women and children. The ILO was a pioneer in this area, and in the first year of its existence in 1919, adopted Convention No. 3 on maternity protection. By placing maternity protection on the agenda of the 1999 International Labour Conference, the Governing Body expressed confidence that the time was ripe for new international standards on this subject.
What is he controlling idea in the above passage?
What is sentence 2?