Reading Comprehension
What is the main idea of a passage?
The central idea or message of the text.
What are context clues?
What does a good introduction paragraph include?
A hook, background information, and a thesis statement.
What is cause and effect structure?
Explains why something happened and what happened as a result.
What is the first thing you should do when reading a Performance prompt?
Read the prompt carefully to know what the task is asking.
What is one detail that supports the main idea?
A sentence or fact in the text taht supports the main idea.
Use the sentence to define: " The girl was elated when she won the prize."
"Elated" means extremely happy.
What is a claim or thesis statement?
A sentence that tells your main points or argument.
What is chronological order?
Events listed in the order they happended
How do you take notes from multiple sources?
Jot down the main idea or evidence from each source.
What is the difference between a summary and a retelling?
A summary is a short version with main points, and a retelling includes more details and is usually longer.
What does the prefix "un" mean?
"Un" means not ( Unhappy= not happy)
What is the purpose of using evidence in an essay?
It shows proof or supprot for your points.
What is the author's purpose in an informative text?
To inform, explain, or teach about a topic.
What should be included in a short-constructed response?
To inform, explain, or teach about a topic.
What does it mean when a character changes in a story?
It means the character's thought, actions, or feelings changed, showing growth or development
Use the word "reluctantly" in a sentence.
She reluctantly handed over the phone, not wanting to stop playing.
How do you explain your evidence in a response?
By explaining how the evidence supports the claim or main idea
How can you compare and contrast two texts?
By finding similarities and differences between the texts. Top hat diagram or venn diagram.
What does the acronym R.A.C.E stand for?
Restate, Answer, Cite, and Explain
How can you identify the author's point of view?
Look for pronouns and thoughts- first person uses"I" , third person uses " He /she/they"
Define "emphasize "using context clues. " I cannot emphasize the importance of studying and resting when it comes to state testing.
"emphasize" means to give special importance to something.
What makes a strong conclusion?
Restate the thesis, summarize main points, and end with a strong closing thought.
Identify the structure: " First, people woke up . Then, they ate breakfast."
Chronological order.
What are 3 things you must include in your full essay response?
Introduction with a claim, body paragraphs with evidence, and a conclusion.