Textual Evidence
Cite evidence showing the first pig was lazy.
“The first little pig was very lazy and built his house out of straw.”
Central idea shown by building with bricks.
Hard work pays off.
Event that begins the story.
The pigs leave home to seek their fortunes.
Meaning of 'mouth began to water'.
He was hungry and eager to eat.
Claim supported by wolf's attempts.
The wolf is determined.
Evidence the wolf wanted to eat the pig.
“He thought the pig would make a mighty fine meal…”
Detail supporting shortcuts lead to trouble.
Weak houses from straw/sticks show shortcuts cause danger.
Detail required in a summary.
The three houses must be included.
Meaning of 'sturdy'.
Strong and durable.
Evidence the third pig is prepared
He prepares the pot before the wolf comes.
Evidence the third pig worked harder.
“The third little pig worked hard all day…”
Detail showing perseverance.
The wolf keeps trying to blow the house down.
Climax event
The wolf climbing down the chimney
Purpose of the huff/puff paragraph
It builds tension — rising action.
Claim about the straw house.
It is weak and easily destroyed.
Evidence showing the wolf was frustrated.
“He danced about with rage…”
Central idea from wolf failing to blow down bricks.
Strong work leads to safety.
Why the third pig’s actions matter.
He prepares the boiling pot.
Role of 'But this was too much…'.
It signals a shift to a new plan.
Claim not strongly supported.
That the wolf is clever.
Evidence showing the wolf changed strategies.
He decided to come down the chimney.
How the ending reinforces the main idea.
The sturdy house protects the pig and stops the wolf.
Which belongs in an objective summary?
“The wolf could not blow the house down.”
Meaning of 'danced about with rage'.
He was extremely angry and moving wildly.
Evidence brick house is safest
The wolf cannot blow it down.