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The scout leader looked at the sky and muttered something
under his breath. Then he looked at the map. "Let's get moving," he called to the group of tired boys. "The faster the better."
What do you think the scout leader was feeling?
The scout leader was feeling worried because he thought a storm was coming.
Dolphins are mammals that live in the ocean. Mammals are different than fi sh, reptiles or birds. As a mammal, dolphins breathe oxygen, even though they live in water. Because they are mammals, a dolphin mother gives birth to a live baby, unlike reptiles and birds who lay eggs. A dolphin mother also feeds her baby milk like other mammals. Name one detail that supports the main idea.
As a mammal, dolphins breathe oxygen, even though they live in water.
What is the purpose of a Venn Diagram?
To find the similarities between two things.
-To find the differences between two things.
Does the word INSTEAD show comparing or contrasting?
Contrasting
Jeff's dad has three sons: Snap, Crackle, and ___
Jeff
You find shaving cream, food coloring, borax and bottles of glue on the kitchen table. Next to the supplies is a big bowl, measuring spoons, and small ziploc baggies. What conclusion can you draw based on the information given?
Someone is going to make colored slime.
Summaries should include the central idea, plus two _______________ details.
Supporting
With pointed fangs I sit and wait; with piercing force I crunch out fate; grabbing victims, proclaiming might, physically joining with a single bite. What am I?
A stapler
John needs to practice before his band's performance on Saturday. The problem is that his strings are all broken and the store is closed. What instrument might John play?
John plays (guitar, violin etc. )
When Ethan woke up, the room was bright with sunlight. He looked at the clock and leapt out of bed. He threw on his clothes, grabbed his backpack, and ran out the door without eating breakfast.
Why was Ethan in such a hurry?
Ethan was in a hurry because he had overslept and was late for school.
Name 5 scary movies that does NOT begin with the letter "S"
Response vary
Lester was lost. He didn't know where he was, or how to get where he was going. He had left the directions at home and he didn't have a map. Now, he was in a strange neighborhood and he was confused. If he could find a familiar landmark, he might figure things out. Summarize the passage.
Lester was lost.
What does the middle of Venn Diagram tell you?
The similarities between two things.
Compare OR Contrast
New York City and California are very different. In New York, it is very cold. In California, it is very hot. In NYC, you can visit the Statue of Liberty. In California, the weather allows for various crops to produce throughout the year.
Contrast
Carlos looked down at the people far below. It was a little scary to be so high, but he knew he was safe. The sun felt hot. Carlos decided to buy a snow cone when he was on the ground again.
Where is Carlos?
Carlos was on a ride at an amusement park or fair.
Mavis surprises Dracula with plans for a fun-filled summer voyage on a monster cruise. As the pack starts enjoying colossal buffets and exotic excursions, Drac finds himself falling for the ship's intriguing but dangerous captain. He soon learns that trying to balance family, friends and romance might just be too much to handle -- even for the world's most powerful vampire.
You are watching HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: SUMMER VACATION .
Name three Lil Wayne songs.
Various answer
Does the word ALIKE show comparing or contrasting?
Comparing
A mouse wants to get in better shape. She’s going to start by climbing the stairs. Starting on the fourth floor, she climbs up five stories, down seven stories, up six stories, down three stories, and up four stories again. What floor is she on?
9th Floor
Splat! "Oh, rats!" thought Katie as she stopped to clean up the mess. "I hope we have another one." She looked in the fridge and pulled out the carton. One left! Breakfast wasn't ruined after all.
What did Katie clean up?
Katie cleaned up a broken egg.
Provide an example of a simile
various answers
Draw a Venn Diagram to Compare and Contrast soccer and baseball. Provide one similarity and two differences. (one for baseball/one for soccer)
Response vary
Is this a good comparison?
A dog and a cat are similar because one drinks milk and one drinks water.
No, this example is not a similarity. It is a difference.
Maria woke up in the middle of the night. She had to go to the bathroom. The room was so dark.
The house was so quiet. Maria wished that she still shared her room with her big sister Laura, but Laura had moved into her own room a few days ago. Maria did not move.
Why didn't Maria go to the bathroom?
Maria did not go to the bathroom because she was frightened.