Text Structure
First, Sydney planted the seeds. Next, she watered them every day. Finally, tiny green sprouts popped out of the soil.
What is the text structure?
A) Sequence
B) Problem and Solution
C) Compare and Contrast
D) Cause and Effect
Correct Answer: A) Sequence
Tyson turned in his paper that was ripped and scribbled on. His teacher said it was unacceptable.
What does unacceptable mean?
A) Not good enough
B) Very neat and clean
C) Finished early
Correct Answer: A) Not good enough
Every Saturday morning, Liam wakes up early and heads outside. He pulls weeds, waters the plants, and checks for ripe vegetables. By the end of summer, his garden is full of tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. He loves sharing his vegetables with his neighbors.
What is the central idea?
Liam works hard to grow a garden and enjoys sharing what he grows.
When the game was on the line, Bentley was a rock on defense. No one could get past him.
What type of figurative language is used?
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Alliteration
E) Hyperbole
F) Idiom
Correct Answer: B) Metaphor
The puppy was small and ______.
A) tiny
B) ran
C) quickly
D) bark
Correct Answer: A) tiny
Easton’s bike tire was flat, so he couldn’t ride to school. He pumped air into the tire, and then he was able to ride his bike again.
What is the text structure?
A) Sequence
B) Problem and Solution
C) Compare and Contrast
D) Cause and Effect
Correct Answer: B) Problem and Solution
Even though the test was difficult, Henry smiled bravely and began working through the problems.
What does bravely mean?
A) In a scared way
B) In a courageous way
C) In a quiet way
Correct Answer: B) In a courageous way
The school library used to be noisy and messy. Books were left on tables, and students talked loudly while others tried to read. The librarian created new rules and organized the shelves. Now the library is a calm and peaceful place for everyone.
Central Idea:
The librarian made changes that improved the library.
Murphie made marvelous muffins on Monday morning for her mom.
What type of figurative language is used?
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Alliteration
E) Hyperbole
F) Idiom
Correct Answer: D) Alliteration
That was the most funniest joke I have ever heard.
Which is the best way to fix the sentence?
A) That was the most funny joke I have ever heard.
B) That was the funniest joke I have ever heard.
C) That was funniest joke I have ever heard.
D) That was more funniest joke I have ever heard.
Correct Answer: B) That was the funniest joke I have ever heard.
A desert is very dry and gets little rain. A rainforest, however, gets a lot of rain and is full of plants and animals.
What is the text structure?
A) Sequence
B) Problem and Solution
C) Compare and Contrast
D) Cause and Effect
Correct Answer: C) Compare and Contrast
The scientist observed that the animal had bilateral symmetry, meaning both sides of its body matched.
What does bilateral mean?
A) Having two matching sides
B) Having three body sections
C) Having one main part
Correct Answer: A) Having two matching sides
When the power went out during the storm, the Johnson family had to find other ways to have fun. They lit candles, played board games, and told stories in the living room. At first they were disappointed, but by the end of the night, they were laughing together. The storm turned into a special family memory.
Central Idea:
The family turned a power outage into a fun time together.
When Harleigh saw the surprise party, she was on cloud nine for the rest of the day.
What type of figurative language is used?
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Alliteration
E) Hyperbole
F) Idiom
Correct Answer: F) Idiom
Yesterday, the weather is colder than it was last week.
Which is the best way to fix the sentence?
A) Yesterday, the weather was colder than it was last week.
B) Yesterday, the weather is cold than it was last week.
C) Yesterday, the weather were colder than it was last week.
D) Yesterday, the weather will be colder than it was last week.
Correct Answer: A) Yesterday, the weather was colder than it was last week.
Because the temperature dropped below freezing overnight, the roads became icy. As a result, school started two hours late.
What is the text structure?
A) Sequence
B) Problem and Solution
C) Compare and Contrast
D) Cause and Effect
Correct Answer: D) Cause and Effect
The camp counselor divided the students into triads so each group had the same number of members.
What does triads mean?
A) Groups of three
B) Groups of two
C) Large groups of students
Correct Answer: A) Groups of three
Many animals have special adaptations that help them survive. Polar bears have thick fur and fat to stay warm in icy climates. Camels store fat in their humps so they can survive in the desert. These features help animals live in very different environments.
Central Idea:
Animals have adaptations that help them survive in their environments.
Khiah waited forever for her turn on the slide, and she thought the line would never end.
What type of figurative language is used?
A) Simile
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Alliteration
E) Hyperbole
F) Idiom
Correct Answer: E) Hyperbole
She did more better on her math test.
Which is the best way to fix the sentence?
A) She did bestest on her math test.
B) She did better on her math test.
C) She did more good on her math test.
D) No change is needed.
Correct Answer: B) She did better on her math test.
Both dolphins and sharks live in the ocean and have fins. However, dolphins are mammals that breathe air, while sharks are fish that breathe through gills.
What is the text structure?
A) Sequence
B) Problem and Solution
C) Compare and Contrast
D) Cause and Effect
Correct Answer: C) Compare and Contrast
The marching band played in unison during the halftime show.
What does unison mean?
A) At different times
B) All together at the same time
C) In two separate groups
Correct Answer: B) All together at the same time
Hani wanted to make the softball team more than anything. She practiced every afternoon, even when she was tired. Sometimes she felt discouraged, but she kept working on her skills. When she finally made the team, she knew her effort had paid off.
What is the Central Idea:
Hard work and practice helped Hani reach her goal.
During the race, Eggbert ran as fast as a cheetah chasing its prey. The other runners could barely keep up.
Student Task:
Identify the simile.
Explain what it means.
The simile is “as fast as a cheetah.” It means Eggbert was running very fast.
Of the two puppies, Max is more friendlier.
Which is the best way to fix the sentence?
A) Of the two puppies, Max is friendly.
B) Of the two puppies, Max is friendlier.
C) Of the two puppies, Max is most friendly.
D) No change is needed.
Correct Answer: B) Of the two puppies, Max is friendlier.