An Apple A Day
What vitamin do apples contain that boosts your immune system?
Sample Answer: Apples contain vitamin C that boosts your immune system. The text states, "First, apples contain vitamin C, which boosts your immune system and keeps you healthy."
What can applesauce be used in place of when baking?
Applesauce can be used in place of butter and oil when baking. The text states, "Applesauce can be used in place of butter and oil in baking recipes.
What color are Washington apples?
Sample Answer: Washington apples are dark red. The text states, "Washington apples are dark red and taste very sweet."
Which two passages talk about apples being healthy?
(Editor's note: You will need to pick two stories. Then include text evidence from BOTH stories.)
Sentence Stem: __________ and ________ both talk about apples being healthy. (Passage 1) says "___________", and (Passage 2) says "______________"
Sample: An Apple a Day" and "Sweet and Sour" both talk about apples being healthy. "An Apple a Day" states, "Apples are definitely healthy foods," and "Sweet and Sour" says, "They make healthy snacks and are full of vitamins."
Question: What is the first sentence in "The Missing Ingredient," and why does the author start with a question?
Sample Answer: The author starts with a question to get the reader thinking about a problem they might have experienced. The first sentence is "Have you ever had plans to make some mouth-watering cookies or a delicious cake, only to realize that you didn't have all of the ingredients you needed?
How much water do ripe apples contain?
Ripe apples contain 80% water. The text states, "Ripe apples contain 80% water and are low in calories, making them a great snack
How much applesauce should you use if a recipe calls for 1/2 cup of butter?
You should use 1/2 cup of applesauce if a recipe calls for 1/2 cup of butter. The text states, "if a recipe calls for 1/2 cup butter, you can use 1/2 cup applesauce instead.
What color are Granny Smith apples?
Sample Answer: Granny Smith apples are green. The text states, "Granny Smith apples are green and taste very sour."
Question: How is the information about apples in "An Apple a Day" different from the information in "The Missing Ingredient"?
Sample Answer: "An Apple a Day" explains the health benefits of eating apples, while "The Missing Ingredient" explains how to use applesauce for baking. "An Apple a Day" states apples "boost your immune system," but "The Missing Ingredient" shows "Applesauce can be used in place of butter and oil in baking recipes."
Question: How does the author use descriptive language in "The Missing Ingredient. to help support the readers understanding?
Sample Answer: The author uses descriptive language to help the reader imagine the taste of apples. The author uses the phrase "mouth-watering cookies" to help describe the food.
What are two health problems that apples help prevent?
Apples help prevent heart disease and tooth decay. According to the passage, "Apples help prevent heart disease, some cancers, and tooth decay
What is the ratio of applesauce to butter when substituting in recipes?
The ratio of applesauce to butter is 1 to 1 when substituting in recipes. The text states, "The ratio of applesauce to butter is 1 to 1.
How do Washington apples and Granny Smith apples taste different?
Washington apples taste very sweet, while Granny Smith apples taste very sour. The text states, "Washington apples are dark red and taste very sweet, while Granny Smith apples are green and taste very sour."
What similar idea about apples appears in both "An Apple a Day" and "Sweet and Sour"?
Sample Answer: Both passages explain that apples are healthy and full of vitamins. "An Apple a Day" states, "apples contain vitamin C," and "Sweet and Sour" says apples "are full of vitamins."
How does the author organize information in "An Apple a Day"?
The author organizes the information by listing facts about apples one after another. The text states "First, apples contain vitamin C," then explains more benefits like "Apples provide energy" and "Apples help prevent heart disease." This structure helps readers understand all the different health benefits.
Why are apples considered a great snack?
Apples are considered a great snack because they contain 80% water and are low in calories. The text states, "Ripe apples contain 80% water and are low in calories, making them a great snack.
How much applesauce do you need to replace one large egg?
You need 1/4 cup of applesauce to replace one large egg. According to the passage, "For each large egg a recipe requires, use 1/4 cup applesauce in its place.
Question: What do Washington apples and Granny Smith apples have in common?
Sample Answer: Washington apples and Granny Smith apples both make healthy snacks and are full of vitamins. The text states, "They make healthy snacks and are full of vitamins."
Question: If you wanted to learn about different types of apples, which passage would be most helpful and why?
Sample Answer: "Sweet and Sour" would be most helpful because it compares two varieties of apples. The text explains, "Washington and Granny Smith are both varieties of apples," and describes how "Washington apples are dark red and taste very sweet, while Granny Smith apples are green and taste very sour."
What word does the author use in "An Apple a Day" to show a strong opinion, and what does this word tell you about the author's message?
The author uses the word "Obviously" in the sentence "Obviously, apples are excellent foods to eat." This word shows the author strongly believes apples are healthy and wants readers to agree.
What is the author's main message about apples in this passage?
The author's main message is that apples are excellent and healthy foods to eat. The text states, "Obviously, apples are excellent foods to eat," and explains that "There are many positive outcomes to eating apples.
What problem does the author say applesauce can solve?
The author says applesauce can solve the problem of not having all the ingredients you need for baking. The text states, "Have you ever had plans to make some mouth-watering cookies or a delicious cake, only to realize that you didn't have all of the ingredients you needed? Well, applesauce just may be the answer to your problem
Question: What is the author's purpose for writing this passage?
Sample Answer: The author's purpose is to compare and contrast two varieties of apples and show their important differences. The text states, "Washington and Granny Smith are both varieties of apples," and "However, the apples have some important differences."
Question: What is the shared author's purpose for writing all three passages?
Sample Answer: The author wrote all three passages to give different information about apples. "An Apple a Day" explains health benefits like "vitamin C, which boosts your immune system." "The Missing Ingredient" shows how "Applesauce can be used in place of butter and oil in baking." "Sweet and Sour" compares varieties, explaining some apples "taste very sweet" while others "taste very sour." Together, they show apples are healthy, useful, and come in different types
Question: How does the author use text structure in "Sweet and Sour".
The author uses a compare and contrast in "Sweet and Sour. The passage says "Washington apples are dark red and taste very sweet, while Granny Smith apples are green and taste very sour."