Context Clues
Poem, Drama, or Prose
Main Idea and Details
Text Structure
Editing
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The meaning of the word controversy as used below: There was some controversy about the new school dress code. While most parents and teachers were in favor of the new code, many students were not.
What is disagreement.
100
This type of literature has a cast of characters.
What is a drama.
100
The main idea of the text below: Dolphins may look like fish but they are actually mammals. These intelligent creatures breathe with their lungs and must come to the surface for air. Dolphins are also warm blooded creatures like humans. Dolphin mothers feed their babies milk and care for them until they are able to care for themselves. Like other mammals, dolphins have hair, even though it’s just a tiny bit next to their blowhole. Dolphins are interesting creatures.
What is dolphins are mammals.
100
The text structure of the text below: To make a yummy smoothie, first put some milk into a blender. Then add a banana and some frozen berries such as strawberries and blueberries. You may also want to add some grapes. Next, turn your blender to its lowest setting and gradually increase the speed until everything is blended. Then pour it into a glass and enjoy!
What is sequence of events.
100
If Angie doesn't leave now, she ________ late for her doctor's appointment.
What is will be.
200
The meaning of the word apprehensive in the text below: Mara was feeling apprehensive about her camping trip. She had never slept in a tent before. What if there were bears or mountain lions?
What is worried.
200
This type of literature is broken into stanzas.
What is a poem.
200
The main idea of the text below: California may be known to most for its beautiful weather, sandy beaches and for movie making in Hollywood, but it is also the birthplace for many unique inventions. These include skateboarding, windsurfing, popsicles, peanut butter, Frisbees, the Candyland game, Bullwinkle the cartoon character and more!
What is California is the birthplace of many inventions.
200
The text structure of the text below: The Space Needle was built in 1962 in Seattle, Washington for the World's Fair. It is 605 feet tall (184 m) from the ground to the aircraft warning beacon at the very top. Visitors can ride an elevator to the observation deck at 520 (158 m) feet. They can also dine in a revolving restaurant near the top of the needle.
What is description.
200
I _______ (past tense) Greta was brave to act in the school play.
What is thought.
300
What is the meaning of the word prominent in the text below: As the writer of the Harry Potter books, J.K. Rowling is a prominent writer in the field of children's literature.
What is well-known.
300
These two types of literature can contain dialogue.
What is drama and prose.
300
What is the main idea of the text below: During World War II, James Wright was working as an engineer for general Electric. At that time the government needed rubber airplane tires and boots for soldiers. Wright was trying to make a substitute for rubber using silicone. When Wright experimented and added boric acid, the result was a gooey mess that bounced. While the army couldn’t use it, kids have enjoyed Silly Putty ever since.
What is Silly Putty was invented by mistake.
300
The text structure of the text below: Some of the students in room 52 were upset because they never got to use the balls and jump ropes at recess. Another group of kids always got them first and they refused to share. When Mrs. Kelly found out what was going on, she developed a rotation system so that everyone would have a chance to use the equipment.
What is problem and solution.
300
Correct this sentence An owl's screech can be heard in the trees'.
What is "An owl's screech can be heard in the trees."
400
The meaning of the word rigorous in the text below: David knew the advanced studies program was rigorous. It would require a great deal of reading and homework. Still, he felt as though he was up for the challenge.
What is difficult.
400
This type of literature is grouped in to paragraphs.
What is a prose.
400
The main idea of the text below: The potato chip was an invention that accidentally happened. George Crum was a chef, trying to please a customer who kept sending his French fries back to the kitchen with the complaint that he wanted them crispier and thinner. Crum kept slicing potatoes and cooking them until they became the crispy potato chips we know today.
What is the potato chip was invented accidentally.
400
The text structure of the text below: Moths and butterflies often look similar. Both have large wings and long, thin bodies, and both start their lives as caterpillars. However, butterflies usually have brighter colors on their wings than moths. Also, butterflies are most active during the day, while moths are generally creatures of the night.
What is compare and contrast.
400
Correct the sentence The childrens teacher listened carefully to their explanations.
What is "The children's teacher listened carefully to their explanations."
500
The meaning of the word obsolete as used in the text below: After Lily left home for college, her dad tried to sell the computer games she played when she was little. However he soon found out that they were obsolete.
What is out of date.
500
This type of literature gives directions to the actors.
What is a drama.
500
The main idea of the text below: In the late 1500's Europeans craved spices like pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Today we still use all of these spices but the "king of spice" has to be pepper. Pepper is actually one of the most widely used spices in the world. Surprisingly, pepper is not always black but can be green, pink, and even white! All pepper grows from a vine that twists around trees near the equator.
What is pepper is an important spice.
500
The text structure of the text below: Today more people are connected to the internet than ever before, not only at home, but also on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. Many of these people now get their news from the internet rather than reading newspapers. As a consequence, many newspapers have gone out of business.
What is cause and effect.
500
Correct the sentence Their are to ways to solve the math problem.
What is "There are two ways to solve the math problem."
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