Main Ideas and Details
Multiple Choice: What is the MAIN IDEA of the passage?
A. Cats have been domesticated for thousands of years and are important in human culture.
B. Cats are known for their agility, sharp reflexes, and keen senses.
C. Cats require responsible ownership to ensure their health and happiness.
D. All of the above.
D. All of the above.
What is the topic sentence that introduces the responsibilities of cat ownership?
A. "While cats can be wonderful companions, owning one comes with responsibilities."
B. "Cats have been domesticated for thousands of years."
C. "Cats are known for their agility, sharp reflexes, and keen senses."
D. "Cats have captured the human imagination in various ways."
A. "While cats can be wonderful companions, owning one comes with responsibilities."
Which of the following is an example of a reading strategy you could use while reading the passage?
A. Elaborate
B. Vague
C. Summarize
D. Tenable
C. Summarize
Which of the following is an EXPLICIT statement from the passage?
A. Cats have been domesticated for thousands of years.
B. Cats provide companionship and increase stress.
C. Cats need a unique diet that can be difficult to fund.
A. Cats have been domesticated for thousands of years.
What is the name of Ms. Forney's cat?
a. Rufus
b. Noodle
c. Marigold
d. Daisy
c. Marigold
Which of the following is an example of a "beckoning cat" in Japanese culture?
A. A cat statue believed to bring good fortune
B. A cat featured in the book "The Cat in the Hat"
C. A cat used for pest control in ancient Egyptian settlements
A. A cat statue believed to bring good fortune
What is the role of the TOPIC SENTENCE in the passage?
A. To provide a summary of the entire passage
B. To introduce the main idea of the paragraph
C. To highlight the author's personal opinion on cats
B. To introduce the main idea of the paragraph
To capture all of the most important parts of the original text (paragraph, story, poem), but express them in a much shorter space, and as much as possible in the reader's own words
What can be inferred about the relationship between cats and humans based on the information in the article?
A. Cats have been an important part of human culture for thousands of years.
B. Cats are primarily kept as pets for their ability to control pests.
C. Cats are more independent and less affectionate than other domestic animals.
D. Cats are a recent addition to the list of popular household pets.
A. Cats have been an important part of human culture for thousands of years.
Where did Ms. Mullett grow up?
A. Pennsylvania
B. Colorado
C. Florida
D. California
B. Colorado
What is the AUTHOR'S PURPOSE in writing this passage?
A. To inform readers about the history and importance of cats
B. To persuade readers to never adopt a cat
C. To entertain readers about the various breeds and physical traits of cats
A. To inform readers about the history and importance of cats
According to the article, which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cats?
A) Agility and sharp reflexes
B) Excellent night vision
C) Ability to fly
D) Flexible spine and retractable claws
C) Ability to fly
What does it mean to evaluate a claim?
Examine and judge carefully. To judge or determine the significance, worth or quality of something; to assess.
Which of the following definitions mean "drawing conclusions?"
a. To make something understandable, plain or clear.
b. To make a judgement or decision based on reasoning rather than direct or implicit statements.
c. Taking words in their standard or usual meaning, without any connotation or double meaning.
b. To make a judgement or decision based on reasoning rather than direct or implicit statements.
What is our next unit?
A. Short Fiction
B. Long Fiction
C. Drama
D. Propaganda
A. Short Fiction
What is the main purpose of this article?
A. To provide a detailed history of cats
B. To explain the characteristics and importance of cats
C. To discuss the responsibilities of cat ownership
D. To promote the adoption of cats as pets
B. To explain the characteristics and importance of cats
What does the word tenable mean?
Hint: It is the opposite of vague.
Able to be maintained or defended against attack or objection.
Which of the following is an example of a S.M.A.R.T goal?
a. I want to adopt a cat.
b. I want to take my cat to the vet every year to make sure they are healthy.
c. I want to own 100 cats by next month and care for them properly.
b. I want to take my cat to the vet every year to make sure they are healthy.
Which of the following is the correct definition of an inference?
a. To expand upon, to add until the meaning is clear.
b. A detailed examination of the elements or structure of something
c. A judgement based on reasoning rather than on a direct or explicit statement.
c. A judgement based on reasoning rather than on a direct or explicit statement.
What is the Spartan Way trait of the month?
a. Leadership
b. Respect
c. Compassion
d. Integrity
d. Integrity
What does the passage suggest is an important responsibility of cat ownership?
A. Providing mental and physical stimulation
B. Allowing cats to roam freely outdoors
C. Feeding cats a diet of only raw meat
D. Regularly grooming cats to maintain their appearance
A. Providing mental and physical stimulation
What makes this text nonfiction?
Facts, no opinions, no literary elements, headings.
What is a S.M.A.R.T. goal you could make after reading this article?
Remember: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely
Student answer
What are the differences between explicit and implicit details?
Explicit=Clearly expressed or fully stated in the actual text.
Implicit= Though unexpressed in the actual text, meaning that may be understood by the reader; implied.
Is this a full-year class?
YES