Plot
What is the climax of a story? (define)
The turning point/most intense part
What paragraph would you cite Evidence for this question - Why is Monica worried about making the track team?
Paragraph 5 - According to the text “With more responsibilities, could she still pursue her dream of making the eighth-grade team?”
What is theme?
The lesson, moral or message in a story
What is a summary?
The major plot points in your own words.
Using context clues, what is the correct definition for Covertly in paragraph 2?
The ability to do something difficult or dangerous
b)done in secret
c) active, full of energy
d)state of confusion, or anxiety
e)barely noticeable
B - done in secret
What is the exposition of a story?
Characters and setting introduced
What paragraph would you Cite Evidence for this question - What does Monica promise to do to help her parents?
Paragraph 8 - The text states “I already do my own laundry,...and now I can do it for you and Marcos, too. … I can help you prepare dinner after track practice.”
How can you identify a theme?
Look at the title, plot, conflict/resolution, character’s actions
What would be a good summary for the Rising action of “Ready for Marcos?”
Monica notices her parents are exhausted and different since the baby arrived.
She hides in Marcos’s room before dinner to avoid the responsibility talk.
She hides in Marcos’s room before dinner to avoid the responsibility talk.
She tells her parents she wants to help more and offers specific ways she can contribute.
B - rising action
C- rising action
Using context clues, what is the correct definition for Vivacious in paragraph 1?
The ability to do something difficult or dangerous
b)done in secret
c) active, full of energy
d)state of confusion, or anxiety
e)barely noticeable
C- full of energy
What is the conflict in a story?
Major problem in the story
What does it mean to elaborate?
Elaborate means to explain how your evidence relates to your answer or to add on new information to help the reader understand your answer
What is a possible theme of the story “Ready for Marcos”?
Change can be difficult, but it can also bring joy and a new sense of purpose.
What would be a good summary for the Exposition of “Ready for Marcos?”
Monica notices her parents are exhausted and different since the baby arrived.
Monica struggles with accepting her new role as a big sister.
Marcos opens his eyes and seems to smile at Monica, making her realize her important role as his big sister.
She tells her parents she wants to help more and offers specific ways she can contribute.
A- Beginning
Using context clues, what is the correct definition for turmoil in paragraph 7?
The ability to do something difficult or dangerous
b)done in secret
c) active, full of energy
d)state of confusion, or anxiety
e)barely noticeable
D - Confusion, anxiety
What is the resolution of a story?
How the story ends
Restate and answer this question: Why is Monica worried about having a baby in the house?
Monica is worried about having a baby in the house because she will have more responsibilities.
Find a paragraph with a piece of evidence to match this theme: Family bonds can give strength and help people discover new sides of themselves.- Give the paragraph #
Paragraph 7- According to the text “She was a big sister now. She already could tie her shoes, ride a bike, and make her lunch, but Marcos would need someone to show him everything.”
What would be a good summary for the climax of “Ready for Marcos?”
Monica notices her parents are exhausted and different since the baby arrived.
Monica struggles with accepting her new role as a big sister.
Marcos opens his eyes and seems to smile at Monica, making her realize her important role as his big sister.
She tells her parents she wants to help more and offers specific ways she can contribute.
C- Turning point
Using context clues, what is the correct definition for subtle in paragraph 7?
The ability to do something difficult or dangerous
b)done in secret
c) active, full of energy
d)state of confusion, or anxiety
e)barely noticeable
E - Barely noticeable
What is the rising action of a story?
Problems get worse
How do you cite in MLA?
(Author’s last name page #).
Which is an example of a theme from the story?
Slow and steady wins the race.
Growing up means learning to take responsibility and care for others.
Being a big sister is hard because you have more responsibilities.
Practice makes perfect, you just have to try.
B is the best answer
What would be a good summary for the Resolution of “Ready for Marcos?”
Her parents are proud and happy, and Monica embraces her new identity as a big sister.
Monica struggles with accepting her new role as a big sister.
Monica feels courage and steps into dinner ready to speak up.
She tells her parents she wants to help more and offers specific ways she can contribute.
A - the ending
Using context clues, what is the correct definition for justify in paragraph 7?
To try to do or achieve something
to defend of explain by reasoning
c) A task or job
d)state of confusion, or anxiety
e)barely noticeable
B - to explain or defend by reasoning