Text Structure
The rainforest is a warm, damp environment filled with life. Towering trees stretch toward the sky, their leaves forming a thick canopy overhead. Brightly colored birds, noisy monkeys, and buzzing insects all make their homes there. The ground is dark and moist, covered with plants and vines.
What text structure is used? What are two signal words or phrases that help you identify the text structure?
Description
sensory details
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
diverse emerge game suitable
Hunters searched the woods for __________ such as deer, rabbits, and wild turkeys.
game
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
symbolize distinct quarrel vast
Standing on the beach, we could see the __________ ocean stretching far into the distance.
vast
What are three words that can be used to CONTRAST?
however, in contrast, on the contrary, alternatively, whereas, instead, on the other hand, but
Use one of the following words to fill in the blank:
distract retract tractor attract
Beautiful pictures from an 1800s explorer seemed to ______________ Hiram Bingham to Peru.
attract
Because the river overflowed after days of heavy rain, many homes were damaged. As a result, families had to leave and stay in shelters. The flooding also caused roads to close, so people could not travel easily. Therefore, schools in the town were closed for a week.
What text structure is used? What are two signal words or phrases help you to identify the structure?
Cause and effect
because, as a result, therefore
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
diverse emerge game suitable
The heavy boots were __________ for walking through the muddy field.
suitable
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
symbolize distinct quarrel vast
The two friends had a small __________ about who would go first in the game.
quarrel
Name the complete subject and complete predicate of the following sentence.
Spanish letters provide information about early American civilizations.
Subject = Spanish letters
Predicate = provide information about early American civilizations
What do the prefixes ir- and il- mean?
Give an example of a word with each prefix.
NOT
irresponsible
illogical
Dogs and cats are both common pets, but they are very different. Dogs are usually social and enjoy playing outside, while cats are more independent and often prefer quiet spaces indoors. Both animals need food, water, and care, yet dogs require frequent walks, whereas cats can use a litter box.
What text structure is used? What are two signal words or phrases that help you identify the structure?
Compare and contrast
different, both, while, whereas
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
diverse emerge game suitable
The classroom was very __________, with students who spoke many different languages and had unique traditions.
diverse
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
symbolize distinct quarrel vast
A heart shape can __________ love and kindness.
symbolize
What is the verb in the following sentence?
Is it an action verb or a linking verb?
The Inca Empire began in the Andes Mountains.verb = began
action*
Identify the action verb and the linking verb in the following sentence:
The Inca divided their empire into four quarters and some were larger than others.
action - divided
linking - were
First, gather all the ingredients for making a sandwich. Next, spread peanut butter on one slice of bread. Then, spread jelly on the other slice. After that, press the two pieces together. Finally, cut the sandwich in half and enjoy your meal.
What text structure is used? What are two signal words or phrases that help you identify the structure?
first, next, then, finally
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
diverse emerge game suitable
After the storm passed, a rainbow began to __________ in the sky.
emerge
Use two of the following words in the sentence below:
primitive nurture litter peaked resentment
The _________ that the king was carried on was not ________________; it was very detailed and intricately designed.
What are three words that can be used to COMPARE?
similar to, similarly, likewise, in the same way, just as, at the same time, also, additionally
What does the prefix inter- mean?
Give an example of a word with this prefix.
BETWEEN
international - between countries
Sam’s classroom was too noisy, and he couldn’t concentrate on his work. To solve this problem, his teacher moved his desk closer to the front of the room. As a result, Sam could hear instructions better and focus on his assignments.
What text structure is used? What two signal words or phrases help you identify the structure?
Problem and solution
solve this problem, as a result
Fill in the blank using one of the following words:
symbolize distinct quarrel vast
The twins look alike, but each has a __________ voice that makes it easy to tell them apart.
distinct
Use two of the following words in the sentence below:
primitive nurture litter peaked resentment
The boy began to feel _______________ when his father did not take care of and ____________ him the way he should.
resentment, nurture
What is the verb in the following sentence?
Is it an action verb or a linking verb?
The tropics are near the Equator.
verb = are
linking*
Identify the action verb and the linking verb in the following sentence:
The tropics are near the Equator and Mesoamerica lies north of the Equator.action - lies
linking - are