Context Clues/Word Meanings
The full moon ILLUMINATED the sky so much that we did not need our flashlights. What would be a synonym for ILLUMINATED? a) lit b) darkened c) filled
a.) lit
Information in the text that gives evidence or supports the main idea.
Supporting Details
One problem with every modern Olympics is that is has become very big and expensive to operate. The city or country that hosts the games often loses a lot of money. A stadium, pools, and playing fields must be built for the athletic events and housing is needed for the athletes who come from around the world. And all of these facilities are only used for two weeks! In 1984, Los Angles solved these problems by charging a fee for companies who wanted to be official sponsors of the games. Companies like McDonald’s paid a lot of money to be part of the Olympics. Many buildings that were already being built in Los Angeles were also being used. The Coliseum where the 1932 games were held was used again and many colleges and universities in the area became playing and living areas.
Problem and Solution
Using information from the text and schema to draw conclusions is called...
inferences
Without it, I am dead. If I am not it, then then I am behind. What am I?
Ahead!
Tanya's mother drives slowly when she gets close to the school and is careful to watch for PEDESTRIANS. What would be a synonym for PEDESTRIANS? a) people walking b) pretty scenery c) fruit stands
a.) people walking
What the paragraph, section, or entire text is mostly about.
Main Idea
The Olympic games began as athletic festivals to honor the Greek gods. The most important festival was held in the valley of Olympia to honor Zeus, the king of the gods. It was the festival that became the Olympic games in 776 B.C. These games were ended in 394 A.D. by the Roman emperor in Greece. No Olympic games were held for more than 1,500 years. Then the modern Olympics began is 1896. Almost 300 male athletes competed in the first modern Olympics. In the games held in 1900, female athletes were allowed to compete. The games have continued every four years since 1896, except during World War II and they will most likely continue for many years to come.
Order and Sequence, Chronological Order, Sequential Order
Jake stood on the riverbank.He cast his fishing pole into the deep water. He had been trying to deep water. He had been trying to catch a fish for many hours. Alex and Zach laughed as they watched Jake throw the line into the water one more time. What kind of person is Jake?
Jake is hardworking/patient
How many three cent stamps are in a dozen?
A dozen (but you probably said four).
Luke was COMPENSATED for the yard work he had done over the summer. He spent the money he had earned on a new bike. What does COMPENSATED mean? a)thanked b) complimented c) paid
c.) paid
What is the definition of theme?
The message, moral, or lesson of the story.
The Olympic symbol consists of five interlocking rings. The rings represent the five continents- Africa, Asia, North America, Europe, and South America- from which athletes come to compete in the games. The rings are colored black, blue, green, red, and yellow. At least one of those colors is found in the flag of every country sending athletes to compete in the Olympic games.
Description
The bus driver pulled out of the station. Jim’s heart beat fast. He had never traveled alone. He waved good-bye to his grand-parents.He checked his watch. Jim pictured his father waiting for the bus in Tucson. “Two hours will be over in no time,” Jim said. How does Jim feel?
Nervous, Scared, Worried, Alone
Who does Bulbasaursaur evolve into?
Venusaur or Ivysaur
The artist had used VIVID colors in the painting, which made it stand out in the otherwise drab room. What does VIVID mean? a) dull b) tinted c) bright
c.) bright
Identify the main idea: You really know how important a clean kitchen is if you live in the same small place for weeks. Everyone needs to have a clean kitchen so they are healthy. A dirty kitchen can make people sick.
It is important to keep kitchens clean.
The modern Olympics are very unlike the ancient Olympic games. Individual events are different. While there was no swimming in the ancient games, for example, there were chariot races. There were no female contestants and all athletes competed in the nude. Of course, the ancient and modern Olympics are also like in many ways. Some events, such as the javelin and the discus throws are the same. Some people say that cheating, professionalism, and nationalism in the modern games are a disgrace to the Olympic tradition. But according to the Greek writers there were many cases of cheating, nationalism, and professionalism in their Olympics, too.
Compare and Contrast
Annie’s teeth chattered.Her knees shook. Her voice trembled as she said, “I can’t stay out here! I’m can’t stay out here! I’m going inside.” How do you think Annie is feeling?
Cold
What is Mrs. Tulledge's favorite color?
Blue
Susie could smell the AROMA of freshly baking bread as soon as she walked into the kitchen. What does AROMA mean? a) scent b) sound c) stink
a.) scent
What is the theme of "The Three Little Pigs?"
Taking the time to do things the right way, pays off.
There are several reasons why so many people attend the Olympic games or watch them on television. One reason is tradition. The name Olympics and the torch and flame remind people of the ancient games. People can escape the ordinariness of daily life by attending or watching the Olympics. They like to identify with someone else’s individual sacrifice and accomplishment. National pride is another reason, and an athlete’s or a team’s hard earned victory becomes a nation’s victory. There are national medal counts and people keep track of how many medals their country’s athletes have won.
Cause and Effect
The room was a mess! Pots and pans were piled in the sink. Drawers and cabinets were flung open. Empty cartons were on a sticky counter, but the smell was delicious! Why was the room a mess?
The people were cooking.
In 1929, Mickey Mouse spoke his first words. What were they?
"Hot Dogs!" (Don't stress, I didn't know this one either! :P)