Central Idea and Making Inferences
What is an inference?
________ is the author's writing style that makes his or her writing unique.
A __________ is a comparison of two things using "like" or "as."
simile
What is a suffix?
a word part added to the end of a base word that changes the meaning of the word
The deepest area of the Mariana Trench is called _____________________.
The Challenger Deep
Turn to myBook pg. 30. What is the central idea/topic? How do you know?
Topic: the future of the Mariana Trench
"The future of the Mariana Trench seems very safe"
"In millions of years..."
"It is sure to remain a wonder..."
What kind of mood would a mystery story create for readers? List 2 or more words to describe the mood.
example: suspense, surprise, excitement
A comparison between two things by saying one thing is another thing is called __________.
metaphor
The word crazy is written as craziness when the suffix -ness is added. What is another word that follows this rule (y --> i) when the suffix -ness is added to the root word?
example:
happy --> happiness
"It's sixteen hundred miles long and every inch alive. Perhaps you'd like to have a look? You do not need to dive."
Which natural wonder is this describing?
The Great Barrier Reef
Sarah gets 9 hours of sleep every night. She drinks a lot of water and eats all her vegetables. She makes sure to get at least 1 hour of exercise daily.
What inference can you make about Sarah?
examples:
-Sarah is healthy.
-Sarah cares about her health.
-Sarah tries to take care of herself.
-Sarah values her health.
Use sensory language to describe Takis.
examples: crunchy, crisp, spicy, salty, sour, tart, red, blue, rolled, skinny, mouth-watering...
Why do people use figurative language? List 1-2 reasons.
-It makes your speech or writing more interesting/colorful.
-It adds voice.
-It helps to get a point across.
When the suffix -ness is added to empty, it changes the word empty from an adjective to a(n) _________.
A. noun
B. verb
C. adjective
A. noun -- person, place, or thing
(emptiness)
What does sentries mean?
guards or lookouts who stand in a place to keep watch
Turn to page 62-63 in your myBook. What details support the idea that the Grand Canyon is full of wildlife?
-a canyon wren looks for bits of brush...
-squirrels chase through the granary...
-a lizard scurries off the trail.
Turn to myBook pg. 48-49. What words does the author use to show how he feels about the Great Barrier Reef?
The poet feels a sense of awe about the Great Barrier Reef. He uses words such as great, awesome, huge, and beautiful.
Create a simile about something/someone that is cute.
example: She was as cute as a kitten.
List 5 words containing the suffix -ness.
examples:
happiness, brightness, smoothness, stubbornness, shyness, dryness, weakness, darkness
What was weird and wondrous about Eternal Flame Falls?
A small fire burns beneath the waterfall.
The Eternal Flame burns natural gas formed from decaying organic matter and seeps out from shale rocks.
Lola's dog Lucky goes on 1 hour walks or runs daily. Lucky loves to play fetch and can jump very high. She barks loudly and plays with toys.
What can you infer about Lucky? How do you know?
Ex: Lucky is playful/energetic/full of energy.
I know this because I know that playing fetch, going on walks and runs, jumping, and barking loudly all require lots of energy.
Turn to page 60-61 in your myBook. What sensory language/figurative language does the author use?
-The morning sun "climbs" above distant mountains...
-The sun "chases" away shows...
Create a simile AND a metaphor about something that is heavy.
examples:
-The book was as heavy as a brick.
-The book was a brick in Heather's backpack.
List 5 words containing the suffix -ment.
examples:
development, entertainment, banishment, amazement, amusement, nourishment, punishment, achievement, disappointment
Name all 7 natural wonders!
The Great Barrier Reef, Mariana Trench, Mount Everest, Northern Lights, Paricutin, Victoria Falls, Grand Canyon