Author's Purpose
Bats are the only mammals that can fly. They use echolocation to navigate and find food at night. Most bats eat insects, but some species feed on fruit or nectar.
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
What is to inform the reader about bats and how they live.
In the morning, Maya packed her backpack and grabbed her lunch before heading out the door. At school, she worked hard on her math assignment and then enjoyed reading during quiet time. Later in the afternoon, she played soccer with her friends before walking home.
How does the author organize the text?
What is the author organizes the text in chronological order, showing the events in the order they happened throughout Maya’s day.
Nelson stared at the science project on the table. The model volcano was covered in bright red paint, and a small cup of baking soda sat beside it. He turned to his partner and asked, “Do you think we need more vinegar to make the eruption bigger?”
Question: What is the most likely reason Nelson asks this question?
A) He wants to make sure the project looks colorful.
B) He is worried the volcano won’t erupt as expected.
C) He wants to avoid cleaning up a mess.
D) He is trying to finish the project quickly.
What is he is worried the volcano won’t erupt as expected.
Recycling at Home
Recycling is an important way to help the environment. You can recycle paper, plastic, and glass items instead of throwing them away. Make sure to rinse containers and sort materials correctly. Recycling not only reduces waste in landfills but also saves energy and natural resources. For example, recycling one aluminum can save enough energy to run a television for three hours. By practicing recycling at home, families can make a big difference in protecting the planet.
How does the heading help the reader?
What is the heading tells the reader the main topic of the paragraph, which is recycling at home.
What is First-person point of view is when the narrator is a character in the story and tells the events from their own perspective. You can tell a story is written in first person because it uses pronouns like I, me, my, we, and us.
The new city park has walking trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas for families to enjoy. It was built to give the community a safe and fun place to gather. The park also encourages people to spend more time outside and stay active.
What is the author’s purpose for writing this passage?
A) To persuade readers to build their own park
B) To inform readers about the features of a new park
C) To entertain readers with a funny story about the park
D) To describe why people should stay indoors
What is B) To inform readers about the features of a new park
The town experienced several days of heavy rainfall, which caused the river to overflow its banks. Streets were flooded, and cars struggled to pass through the water. Many families were forced to move to safer areas, and local businesses had to close temporarily. Because of the flooding, the town organized a cleanup effort to repair damaged homes and restore the streets for safe travel.
How does the author organize the text?
What is by showing cause and effect, explaining how one event led to another.
Maria looked at the dark clouds gathering in the sky as she packed her soccer ball into her bag. She turned to her mom and asked, “Do you think practice will be canceled today?”
Question: What is the most likely reason Maria asks this question?
A) She wants to know if she should bring an umbrella.
B) She is worried the weather might stop her from practicing.
C) She hopes her team will play at a different park.
D) She wants to skip practice and stay home.
What is she is worried the weather might stop her from practicing.
The students in Mrs. Green’s class often struggled to find books they enjoyed during independent reading time. Many of them felt frustrated because the classroom library was small and didn’t have enough choices. To solve this problem, Mrs. Green asked the students to create a list of the types of books they wanted to read. She then worked with the school librarian to borrow new titles and added a checkout system so everyone could take turns. Soon, the students were excited about reading again and spent more time with their books.
The author uses a problem-and-solution organizational structure in the passage to help the reader understand -
What is that the students had trouble finding books they liked, and the teacher solved the problem by adding more choices to the library.
Lena hurried down the hallway, her footsteps echoing against the walls. She gripped the doorknob tightly, trying to calm the nervous flutter in her chest.
Which point of view does the author use in this story?
What is the story is written in third-person point of view because the narrator uses names and pronouns like she instead of I.
Every day, millions of plastic bottles are thrown away and end up in landfills or oceans. This pollution harms animals and damages the environment. If we all chose reusable bottles instead, we could greatly reduce waste and keep our planet cleaner.
What is the author’s purpose for writing this passage?
A) To entertain the reader with a funny story about recycling
B) To describe how plastic bottles are made
C) To inform the reader about the history of plastic
D) To persuade the reader to use reusable bottles
What is D To persuade the reader to use reusable bottles.
Dogs are often energetic and love to play fetch or go for walks. They are known for their loyalty and enjoy being around people for long periods of time. Cats, however, are more independent and enjoy spending time alone in quiet corners of the house. They may seek attention only when they want it. Despite these differences, both dogs and cats can bring joy, comfort, and companionship to their owners in unique ways.
How does the author organize the text?
What is by using compare and contrast, showing similarities and differences between dogs and cats.
Liam and Sophie were nervous as they stood in front of the school talent show stage. Liam’s hands shook, and Sophie felt her stomach twist with worry. When the music started, they took a deep breath and began their piano duet. By the end of their performance, they were smiling and laughing, proud of how well they played together.
My the end of the story, Liam and Sophie have gone from feeling —
A) proud and confident to nervous and worried
B) nervous and worried to proud and confident
C) happy and excited to frustrated and tired
D) tired and upset to frustrated and angry
What is nervous and worried to proud and confident
Many plants need sunlight to grow. Sunlight provides energy that plants use to make food through photosynthesis.
Why is the word “sunlight” bolded in this passage?
What is the bolded word shows that it is an important term the reader should notice and understand.
I walked slowly down the dark hallway, my heart beating faster with every step. I wasn’t sure what I would find at the end, but I knew I had to keep going. My hands trembled as I reached for the doorknob, hoping I was brave enough to face whatever was waiting for me inside.
Which point of view does the author use in this story?
What is the story is written in first-person point of view because the narrator uses pronouns like I and shares personal thoughts and feelings.
Tommy tiptoed into the kitchen, trying not to wake his little sister. Suddenly, the dog jumped up and barked, sending a pile of cookies flying across the floor. Tommy couldn’t help but laugh at the mess.
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
What is to entertain the reader with a funny story.
During reading time, the classroom was filled with chatter and noise, making it difficult for students to concentrate on their books. Some students became frustrated, and it was clear that learning was being affected. To solve the problem, the teacher decided to create a quiet corner in the back of the classroom. Here, students could read independently without distractions. After implementing this change, students were able to focus better, enjoy their reading, and even discuss their books quietly with classmates.
How does the author organize the text?
What is by presenting a problem and solution, describing the issue and how it was solved.
When Alex showed his father the time capsule he dug up in the backyard, his father knelt down to look inside. The capsule was filled with old letters, photographs, and little toys from when Alex was younger.
Question: When Alex shows his father the time capsule he dug up, his father most likely feels —
A) confused and upset
B) proud and nostalgic
C) bored and uninterested
D) worried and frustrated
What is proud and nostalgic.
The garden glowed with color in the early morning light. Bright red roses stretched toward the sun, while purple lavender swayed gently in the breeze. Bees buzzed from flower to flower, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of blossoms. A small stone path wound through the greenery, inviting visitors to take a peaceful walk.
What is most likely the author's purpose for using descriptive structure in the passage?
A) To explain how to plant a flower garden step by step
B) To entertain the reader with a funny story about a garden
C) To help the reader visualize the beauty of the garden
D) To persuade the reader to build a garden of their own
What is to help the reader visualize the beauty of the garden.
Samantha clutched the book tightly as she walked into the library. She glanced around, hoping no one would notice how nervous she was. After a moment, she took a deep breath and stepped toward the empty table in the corner.
Which point of view does the author use in this story?
What is The story is written in third-person point of view because the narrator tells the events using names and pronouns like she.
Every student should eat breakfast before coming to school. Eating a healthy breakfast improves concentration, gives energy for learning, and helps maintain a healthy weight. Don’t skip breakfast if you want to do your best in class!
What is the author’s purpose in this passage?
What is to persuade the reader to eat breakfast before school.
First, Jamal gathered all the ingredients he would need for the chocolate cake, including flour, sugar, eggs, and cocoa powder. Then, he carefully measured each ingredient and mixed them together in a large bowl. After that, he poured the smooth batter into a greased pan and placed it in the oven to bake. While waiting, he cleaned the kitchen and set the table. Finally, the timer rang, and he took the golden-brown cake out of the oven, ready to enjoy.
How does the author organize the text?
What is In sequence, showing the steps in the order they happen.
Author's bring their characters and subjects to life in five key ways, what are the five key ways?
What is Speech, Thoughts, Feels on others, Actions, and Looks.
On Saturday morning, Daniel woke up early and ate a quick breakfast. First, he packed his soccer uniform and water bottle into his bag. Next, he and his dad drove to the park for the big game. When they arrived, Daniel joined his teammates to warm up. Finally, the referee blew the whistle, and the game began.
The author describes events in sequential order mainly to
A) persuade the reader to join a soccer team
B) explain the steps Daniel followed before his soccer game
C) entertain the reader with a funny story about soccer
D) compare Daniel’s routine to his teammates’ routines
What is explain the steps Daniel followed before his soccer game.
What is 3rd person POV?
Third-person point of view is when the narrator is outside of the story and tells what happens to the characters using pronouns like he, she, they, or the character’s name. The narrator is not a character in the story but instead describes the events.