RL.01 - Infer/Cite
What is an inference?
A conclusion you draw using clues from the text and your own reasoning.
What is theme?
The message or lesson of a story.
What are the 6 parts of a plot in order?
exposition, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
What type of figurative language is: “The classroom was a zoo”?
Metaphor
What pronouns are used in first-person point of view?
I, me, my, we, us
If a character keeps checking the clock, what inference can you make?
They are impatient, nervous, or waiting for something important.
What should NOT be included in a summary?
Your opinions or extra details not from the text.
What is t called when a character may begin one way, but by the end of the story, is different?
Character Development
What’s the difference between denotation and connotation?
Denotation is the dictionary meaning; connotation is the emotional or cultural feeling of a word.
How does third-person limited differ from third-person omniscient?
Limited shows one character’s thoughts; omniscient shows all characters’ thoughts.
Lena stood at the edge of the soccer field, her cleats digging into the dirt. The team huddled around Coach Ramirez, laughing and high-fiving after the final whistle. Lena forced a smile, clapping weakly before slipping away to grab her backpack. She didn’t notice Coach Ramirez watching her leave, concern tightening his brow.
What can you infer about Lena's feelings after the game?
She feels left out or disappointed, likely because she didn’t feel part of the team’s success.
Jared always hated asking for help. When his science project collapsed the night before the fair, he tried to rebuild it alone. His mom peeked in, offered a hand, but Jared shook his head. Two hours later, exhausted and frustrated, he finally whispered, “Mom… can you help me?” Together, they fixed the project in half the time.
What theme best fits this passage?
Accepting help from others can make challenges easier to overcome.
At the beginning of the school year, Maya never raised her hand. She preferred to stay invisible in the back of the classroom. But after joining the debate team, she discovered her voice mattered. By the end of the year, she stood in front of the whole school, leading the morning announcements.
What is Maya’s main character change throughout the story?
She becomes more confident and outspoken.
The wind howled through the narrow alley, tugging at Malik’s jacket like an impatient child. He quickened his pace, heart pounding as the shadows stretched long and thin beneath the flickering streetlights.
What type of figurative language is used in “the wind howled”?
Personification — giving the wind human qualities.
First-Person: “I couldn’t believe Alex had taken credit for my idea. My cheeks burned as everyone clapped for him. I wanted to shout, but my voice felt trapped behind my teeth.”
Third-Person: “Sasha glared at Alex, anger bubbling in her chest. She wanted to speak up, but the words wouldn’t come.”
How does the first-person point of view affect how readers understand the situation?
We experience the emotion directly — we feel Sasha’s anger and embarrassment personally.
Lena stood at the edge of the soccer field, her cleats digging into the dirt. The team huddled around Coach Ramirez, laughing and high-fiving after the final whistle. Lena forced a smile, clapping weakly before slipping away to grab her backpack. She didn’t notice Coach Ramirez watching her leave, concern tightening his brow.
Which sentence from the passage best supports the inference that Coach Ramirez is worried about Lena?
“She didn’t notice Coach Ramirez watching her leave, concern tightening his brow.”
Jared always hated asking for help. When his science project collapsed the night before the fair, he tried to rebuild it alone. His mom peeked in, offered a hand, but Jared shook his head. Two hours later, exhausted and frustrated, he finally whispered, “Mom… can you help me?” Together, they fixed the project in half the time.
How does Jared’s decision at the end develop the theme?
He learns that asking for help leads to success, showing growth and supporting the message about teamwork.
At the beginning of the school year, Maya never raised her hand. She preferred to stay invisible in the back of the classroom. But after joining the debate team, she discovered her voice mattered. By the end of the year, she stood in front of the whole school, leading the morning announcements.
Which event marks the turning point in Maya’s development?
Joining the debate team — it’s where she begins to gain confidence.
The wind howled through the narrow alley, tugging at Malik’s jacket like an impatient child. He quickened his pace, heart pounding as the shadows stretched long and thin beneath the flickering streetlights.
What does “tugging at Malik’s jacket like an impatient child” suggest about the setting?
The wind is strong and restless, creating a tense, uneasy mood.
First-Person: “I couldn’t believe Alex had taken credit for my idea. My cheeks burned as everyone clapped for him. I wanted to shout, but my voice felt trapped behind my teeth.”
Third-Person: “Sasha glared at Alex, anger bubbling in her chest. She wanted to speak up, but the words wouldn’t come.”
What difference does third-person narration create?
It gives distance — we observe Sasha’s emotions instead of feeling them directly.
Lena stood at the edge of the soccer field, her cleats digging into the dirt. The team huddled around Coach Ramirez, laughing and high-fiving after the final whistle. Lena forced a smile, clapping weakly before slipping away to grab her backpack. She didn’t notice Coach Ramirez watching her leave, concern tightening his brow.
Why might Lena “force a smile”? Use evidence from the text.
She’s pretending to be happy even though she feels excluded — “forced a smile” and “slipping away” show her true feelings.
Jared always hated asking for help. When his science project collapsed the night before the fair, he tried to rebuild it alone. His mom peeked in, offered a hand, but Jared shook his head. Two hours later, exhausted and frustrated, he finally whispered, “Mom… can you help me?” Together, they fixed the project in half the time.
Write a 2-3 sentence summary.
Jared tries to fix his science project alone, but it keeps failing. Eventually, he asks his mom for help, and together they finish it successfully.
At the beginning of the school year, Maya never raised her hand. She preferred to stay invisible in the back of the classroom. But after joining the debate team, she discovered her voice mattered. By the end of the year, she stood in front of the whole school, leading the morning announcements.
How does the resolution show the story’s theme?
The ending shows growth — finding courage and confidence through new experiences.
The wind howled through the narrow alley, tugging at Malik’s jacket like an impatient child. He quickened his pace, heart pounding as the shadows stretched long and thin beneath the flickering streetlights.
How does the figurative language help build the tone?
It creates suspense and tension — the howling and flickering imagery make the scene feel eerie.
First-Person: “I couldn’t believe Alex had taken credit for my idea. My cheeks burned as everyone clapped for him. I wanted to shout, but my voice felt trapped behind my teeth.”
Third-Person: “Sasha glared at Alex, anger bubbling in her chest. She wanted to speak up, but the words wouldn’t come.”
Which point of view would make readers most sympathetic toward Sasha? Why?
First-person — it reveals her internal thoughts and feelings, helping readers connect emotionally.