Vocabulary in Context
This means “to give up” or “stop trying.”
To Quit
The main idea tells what the text is mostly about: one detail or the whole text?
The whole text
If a question asks “Why did the character leave?”, it wants this.
A reason
Headings, bold words, and captions are called this.
Text Features
True or False: You should guess without reading.
False
If a character is reluctant, they are feeling this way.
Unwilling or unsure
A good summary should include main ideas or small details?
Main ideas
What should you do before answering a question?
Re-read the question
A problem followed by a solution is which structure?
Problem and Solution
What should you do if you don’t know a word?
Use context clues
If the text says someone glanced at the clock, they did this.
Looked quickly
Which is better: a summary with opinions or a summary with facts?
Facts
If the answer is not directly stated, you must do this.
Make an inference
Events told in time order are this structure.
Sequence or chronological order
Should you read the question or answers first?
The question
Which context clue helps you most: definition, example, synonym, or antonym?
All the above
Where is the main idea often found in a paragraph?
First and last sentence
Text evidence means this.
Proof from the text.
Comparing similarities and differences is which structure?
Compare and Contrast
What does it mean to eliminate an answer?
cross out wrong choices
If grimaced means frowned in pain, which clue type helped you?
a synonym or description clue
If two details support the same idea, what are they supporting?
The main idea
If two answers seem right, what should you do?
Go back to the text and check
Why do authors use text features?
to help readers understand the text
What is the BEST strategy if you feel stuck?
reread the text and slow down