Cite It Right
What does it mean to “cite text evidence”?
Using evidence or quotes from the text to support an answer.
What is the main idea of a nonfiction text?
What the text is mostly about.
What is a simile? Give an example.
Simile = comparison using “like” or “as.” Example: Brave as a lion.
What is a prefix? Give an example.
A prefix is a word part added to the beginning. Example: unhappy.
Who are the Wright Brothers, and why are they important?
They invented the first successful airplane.
When answering a question, where should your text evidence come from?
From the passage or story you are reading.
What is a theme in a story?
The message or lesson the author wants you to learn.
Identify the figurative language in this line from “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me”: “Shadows on the wall / Noises down the hall.”
Imagery — describes sights and sounds to create a mental picture.
What does the prefix re- mean? Use it in a word.
“Again.” Example: rewrite = write again.
How does Vinny show courage in “The Ravine”?
He chooses not to jump, showing real courage through self-control.
Read this quote: “Vinny’s palms were sweating as he looked down into the ravine.” What can you infer from this line?
Vinny is nervous or scared to jump.
What is the main idea of “Fears and Phobias”?
Fear helps people stay safe but can also control them.
What does the “magic charm” in “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me” symbolize?
It symbolizes inner strength or self-belief.
In the word biography, what does the root bio mean?
“Life.” Example: Biology = study of life.
In “Wired for Fear,” how does the author explain the body’s reaction to fear?
Fear is a survival response controlled by the brain.
Why is it important to use quotation marks when citing evidence?
To show which words come directly from the text.
Identify one theme from “The Ravine” and explain how the author develops it.
Theme: Courage means doing what’s right, even when afraid. Developed through Vinny’s decision not to jump.
Explain how repetition builds the poem’s theme in “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me.”
Repetition of “Life doesn’t frighten me” reinforces bravery and confidence.
Use context clues to determine the meaning of this sentence: “The student was diligent, finishing every task carefully.” What does diligent mean?
Diligent means hardworking or careful.
Compare how courage is shown in “The Ravine” and “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me.”
“The Ravine”—Vinny faces peer pressure; “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me”—speaker overcomes fear with confidence.
Write a sentence that correctly cites evidence from “Fears and Phobias” to support the idea that fear is a natural human response.
Hint: Use a text talker.
According to the text, “the fear response helps keep people safe from danger.”
Both “Into the Air” and “From The Wright Brothers” explore courage. Compare how each text shows this theme using text evidence.
“Into the Air” focuses on courage through action (the first flight); “The Wright Brothers” shows courage through persistence.
Find a metaphor or example of imagery from one of our unit texts and explain how it connects to courage.
“Dragons breathing flame” (metaphor for imaginary fears).
Choose a challenging word from “Fears and Phobias” or “The Wright Brothers” and explain how you could use context or word parts to figure it out.
Answers will vary (students may describe breaking down a word like uncontrollable).
Across all texts in the unit, what do we learn about courage as a human trait? Use at least two examples to support your answer.
Courage means acting despite fear. Shown in the Wright brothers’ invention, Vinny’s decision, and Angelou’s poem.