General Nonfiction
What is the correct term for the central point or most important thing the author wants the reader to know?
Main Idea
What is text structure?
The way an author organizes a passage
What is the purpose of text features?
To help the reader better understand the text?
What do you call a character that has many traits?
Round
What is one multiple choice test taking strategy?
Cross off incorrect answers, reread the passage, read the questions before the passage, highlight answers in the text
You read a paragraph about how bees help plants grow by spreading pollen. Which of these would be a supporting detail?
A) Bees make honey
B) Bees are insects
C) Bees move pollen from flower to flower
D) Bees live in hives
C) Bees move pollen from flower to flower
You read a passage that includes dates and events listed in the order they happened.
What is the text structure, and how do you know?
Sequence/Chronological order because events are organized by time and sequence
Why might an author use bold or italicized text in an article?
To show important vocabulary or emphasize key points for the reader
What is the term for when the author reveals character traits through the character’s thoughts, actions, speech, and how others react to them—instead of directly telling the reader.
Indirect characterization
How many paragraphs should your TDA include?
5
Which sentence best supports this main idea: "Video games can help people develop problem-solving skills."
A) Some video games have colorful graphics.
B) Many games require players to think critically to complete levels.
C) People of all ages enjoy video games.
D) Video games are played all over the world.
B) Many games require players to think critically to complete levels
A passage explains how pollution causes health problems in cities. It also explains that planting more trees and reducing emissions can help solve the issue.
What is the text structure?
Problem and solution
Which text feature tells you which page you could read about a topic on?
Index
Provide an example of an external conflict
Character vs Character
Character vs Nature
Character vs Society
Character vs Technology
When you are done with a section, what should you do before closing your booklet?
Check your answers!
Use facts from the text
Don't write your opinions
What text structure do words like “because” and “as a result” signal?
Cause and effect
How does a sidebar help a reader better understand the main article?
It provides extra information—like fun facts, statistics, or examples—that supports the main text but isn’t part of the main paragraph
What is an inciting incident?
The event that starts the conflict in the story
What are the 5 paragraphs of a TDA called?
Introduction, 3 body paragraphs, conclusion
You’re reading an article that has the following supporting details:
Students who read every day score higher on vocabulary tests.
Daily reading improves writing and comprehension skills.
Kids who read at home often have stronger academic performance.
What's the main idea?
Daily reading has many academic benefits.
What is the text structure of the following passage? "Solar energy and wind energy are both renewable sources of power. Solar energy comes from the sun, while wind energy is generated by air movement. Both are cleaner than fossil fuels and help reduce pollution. However, solar panels require sunny conditions, while wind turbines need consistent wind."
Compare/Contrast
What text feature would an author use to add data to support their point?
Charts/graphs
What is a theme, and how is it different from the main idea?
A theme is the lesson or message about life in a story. The main idea is what the story is mostly about, while the theme is what the author wants readers to learn.
What does it mean to make an inference?
Using clues from the text and my own knowledge to figure out something the author doesn’t say directly.