Theme
What is the theme of a story?
The message or lesson the author wants the reader to learn
What point of view uses "I" and "me"?
First person
What does it mean to make an inference?
To use clues from the text + your background knowledge to draw a conclusion/inference
What does a synonym mean?
A word that means the same or nearly the same as another word
Why does the author use italics in a story?
To show importance, emphasis, or a character's thoughts
A character learns that lying only makes problems worse. What is the theme?
Honesty is the best policy
Read this sentence: "You turn the key and open the door to the dark room." What POV is this?
Second Person
"She clutched her stomach and frowned when the waiter brought the food." What can you infer?
She doesn't feel well or doesn't want the food
What does the word reluctant mean in this sentence: "He was reluctant to try broccoli"
A. Eager
B. Unwilling
C. Excited
D. Hungry
What is the purpose of a heading in an informational text?
To tell what the section will be about
Which detail best supports the theme "hard work pays off"?
A. She studied every night for two weeks before the exam
B. He forgot his book on the bus
C. The dog barked loudly in the yard
What key clues helps you identify third person?
She, he, they, them, him, their, theirselves,
Which clue best supports the inference that Miguel was nervous?
A. He smiled and relaxed in his chair
B. He tapped his foot and looked around the room
C. He laughed at the joke
Which word is a stronger synonym for tired?
A. Sleepy
B. Exhausted
C. Weak
D. Okay
What is a simile? Give an example.
A comparison using "like" or "as"
An example: Her smile was as bright as the sun
Name a theme that could fit many stories, not just one specific story. Name an example of a theme.
Never give up
Treat others kindly
Teamwork is important
They raced to the park, and Jordan wondered if he would win." What POV is this?
Third Person
She is angry or upset
In this sentence, what does the word soared mean? "The eagle soared above the mountains."
A. Fell down
B. Flew high
C. Walked slowly
D. Climbed up
Why might an author repeat a word or phrase in a story?
To emphasize an idea or show it is important.
Read this statement: "Even though Maya lost the race, she congratulated the winner and practiced harder the next day." What TWO themes could fit this story?
Never give up AND Show respect to others.
Which POV would BEST allow the reader to understand the thoughts and feelings of ALL of the characters?
Third Person
The text says: "James kept checking the clock and biting his nails as he waited outside the classroom door." What can you infer, and what detail supports your answer?
He was nervous/anxious; supported by checking the clock and biting his nails.
In this sentence: "The students were jubilant aftet the field trip was announced." What does jubliant mean?
A. Angry
B. Excited or Joyful
C. Bored
D. Relieved
Which example of figurative language is this sentence: "The wind whispered secrets through the trees"
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Personification
D. Hyperbole