Author's Purpose
Julie was the youngest in her family, and often felt overlooked. Today, she would get noticed! She was going to try out for the school play, and was sure she would get the lead. Her older sisters would be so jealous!
What is the author's purpose?
Entertain
What is an antonym of happy?
mad
sad
unhappy
What is the purpose of a caption on a photograph
The caption tells you more about the photo
They are building a new school near my house. Every day I watch the workers drive huge tractors and push a ton of dirt. They have big cranes that help them place tall beams in the ground. The workers build walls using bricks. Every day it looks more and more like a school. Mom says I will go there in the fall.
What is the main idea of this passage?
The new school that is getting built
Rrrinnggg! Everyone got up and took their bags. Before the kids left, the teacher said, “Don’t forget to do your homework.”
Where am I?
We are excited to tell all students about this year's fundraiser. Instead of asking you to sell magazines or candy, we are holding an online Read-a-Thon! Improve your reading ability and support your school at the same time. Get started today!
What is the author's purpose?
Inform
What is an antonym of the word simple?
hard
not easy
complicated
What is a drawing that shows parts of something called?
A Diagram
Aaron wanted to ride his bike to school. He saw that he had to a flat tire. Aaron said, "Oh,no, I really wanted to ride my bike to school. I will have to wait until I get it fixed." His mom said, "I will take you to school today." Aaron went to school with out his bike.
What is the main idea of this passage?
Aaron's bike had a flat tire
I smelled fresh bread when I opened the door. I saw colorful bread and cupcakes with different frostings. They all looked delicious. I asked the lady to give me the chocolate cake with strawberry frosting and sprinkles.
Where am I?
In a bakery
What is the definition of author's purpose?
The reason an author writes a text
What is the definition of word meaning?
The meaning of a word
What is the difference between text features and text structures?
Text features are the features or things in a story that help the reader understand more and text structure is the way a text is written
What is the definition of main idea?
What does it mean to infer?
It means to take what you know and add it to the clues in the text
A Walt Disney Commerical.
Is this to entertain, persuade, or inform the reader?
Persuade the reader
What is an antonym for north?
south
east
west
If a text is showing you the similarities and differences between toys, what type of structure is it?
Compare and Contrast
Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America.It is on the Niagra River about halfway between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.Niagara Falls is on the American and Canadian border.The American Falls is 167 feet high.On the Canadian side, the Horseshoe Falls is 161 feet high.
What is the main idea of this paragraph?
Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in America
It was 7:00 a.m. and Jessica took out a mug and a chocolate powder. “This will help me feel warm,” she said.
When is this?
In the winter
What are the most common reasons for an author to write something?
**Hint, Hint** There are 3 common reasons for this answer
Persuade, Inform, and Entertain
What is a synonym for rush?
hurry
quick
fast
What is another word for heading?
Section
Kangaroos eat grasses, leaves and roots. The joey lives in the mother's pouch for 9 months.They only like grass that is green and close to the ground.
What is the main idea of this paragraph?
What kangaroos eat
I pressed the button and after a few seconds the door opened. I stepped inside and pressed a button with the number 10 on it. The door closed. Then, I felt the floor was moving up.
Where am I?
In the elevator