Figurative Language
What is a Simile? Provide an example
Comparing two things using like or as. Examples will vary.
What are the common types of text structure? Name two.
Cause and Effect and Sequence
What is the main idea of a paragraph?
The main idea of a paragraph is the most important point the author wants the reader to understand.
What is a genre? Give an example of one.
A genre is a category or type of text that has a similar purpose, style, or form.
Example will vary.
What is Ms. Vallin's Favorite food?
stu... Canes!
What does it mean to "hit the hay"? Is this an idiom or a metaphor?
Idiom
In a cause and effect structure, what comes first?
The Cause/The Why
How can you find supporting details in a text?
You can find supporting details by looking for facts, examples, or explanations in the text that help explain or prove the main idea.
Name three different genres of literature.
Three different genres of literature are fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.
How old is Ms. Vallin
67... jk 24
Identify the metaphor in the sentence: "Time is a thief."
comparing time to a thief.
Describe what a chronological structure looks like.
It tells events in the order they happen. It starts with what happens first, then next, after that, and last—just like a timeline.
Why is it important to identify the main idea?
It is important to identify the main idea because it helps you understand what the text is mostly about and remember the most important information.
What are the characteristics of a fantasy genre?
The fantasy genre usually has imaginary settings, magical elements, mythical creatures, and events that could not happen in real life, often with a clear battle between good and evil.
What are Ms. Vallin's 3 favorite colors?
Yellow, Purple, and Pink.
What is personification? Give an example.
Giving non-living things human traits. Examples will vary.
What is the purpose of using compare and contrast text structure?
To show how two things are the same and how they are different.
What is the main idea of the passage and provide a supporting details.
Dogs make great pets because they are loyal, helpful, and fun to be around. They enjoy spending time with their owners and often form strong bonds with their families. Many dogs can be trained to follow rules and even help people with jobs like guiding or protecting. Dogs also help people stay active by encouraging walks, playtime, and outdoor activities.
Main Idea: Dogs make great pets.
Supporting Details:
Dogs are loyal and love spending time with their owners.
Dogs can be trained to help people and follow rules.
Dogs encourage people to be active by going on walks and playing.
How does the genre affect the way a story is told?
The genre affects the way a story is told by shaping the characters, setting, events, and language, so readers know what to expect from the story.
what sport did Ms. Vallin play for 7 years?
Softball
Explain the difference between hyperbole and understatement, and provide an example of each.
Hyperbole is a extremely exaggerated like a drama queen while an understatement is saying something is less important than it is. Examples will very.
How does a problem and solution text structure help the reader understand the text?
A problem and solution text structure helps the reader understand the text by clearly showing what the problem is and how it is solved.
Explain how the main idea and supporting details work together in a text.
The main idea tells what the text is mostly about, and the supporting details give facts, examples, or reasons that explain and prove the main idea.
Compare and contrast fiction and nonfiction genres. What are the key differences
Fiction is a story that is made up and comes from the author’s imagination, while nonfiction is true and based on real facts or events. Fiction often has characters, plots, and settings that are imagined, whereas nonfiction gives real information, explanations, or accounts.
How many siblings does Miss Vallin have?
3 older brothers and 4 younger sisters.