Vocab and Definitions
Clue Words
Title Match
Easy Passages
100
Where an author finds similarities and differences on topics
What is compare and contrast?
100
years, dates, first, next, then, last, finally
What are chronological order clue words?
100
The Problem with Pollution
What is a problem and solution title?
100
Save the Tigers Dr. Miller doesn’t want the tigers to vanish. These majestic beasts are disappearing at an alarming rate. Dr. Miller thinks that we should write to our congress people. If we let them know that we demand the preservation of this species, maybe we can make a difference. Dr. Miller also thinks that we should donate to Save the Tigers. Our donations will help to support and empower those who are fighting the hardest to preserve the tigers. We owe it to our grandchildren to do something.
What is a problem and solution passage?
200
Told in order by time
What is chronological order?
200
difference, similarity, in comparison, in contrast, alike
What are clue words for compare and contrast?
200
How World War II Started
What is a cause and effect title?
200
Screen Protector Before applying the screen protector, clean the surface of your phone’s screen with a soft cloth. Once the surface of your screen is clean, remove the paper backing on the screen protector. Evenly apply the sticky side of the screen protector to your phone’s screen. Smooth out any air bubble trapped on between the protector and the phone screen. Enjoy the added protection.
What is a chronological order passage?
300
Lists the key causes and what happened as a result
What is cause and effect?
300
since, then, in response to, due to, because
What are clue words for cause and effect?
300
The Life of Maya Angelou
What is a chronological order title?
300
Most people have had red pizza, or pizza covered with red sauce, but have you ever had white pizza? White pizza is made in almost the same way as red pizza: the dough rises and is rolled out, toppings are applied, and it is cooked in an oven—but the key difference is that white pizza does not have any tomato sauce on it. Instead, a white pizza may have olive oil or no sauce at all. I like white pizza more than red pizza because you can really taste the ingredients. Adding some fresh tomatoes to a white pizza will give it that tomato flavor without the completely overwhelming taste of the red sauce that covers most pizzas. If you have not had a white pizza, I recommend that you order or make one today.
What is a compare and contrast passage?
400
The author states an important issue or conflict and ways it can be solved
What is problem and solution?
400
difficulty, threat, possibility, hope, answer
What are clue words for problem and solution?
400
The World's Longest Rivers
What is a compare and contrast title?
400
Getting a free pizza from Mortini’s Pizza Parlor is as easy as pie, pizza pie. You’ll see. Start by placing your order. I suggest that you choose a white, New York style pizza with lots of cheese, but you can get whatever floats your boat. After placing your order, wait until your pizza comes. It may take thirty minutes to an hour (longer on Super Bowl Sunday). When your pizza finally arrives, pay your deliver driver. Don’t forget to tip. Then, eat your pizza, or just throw it away. We’re fine with either. But before you throw it away, grab the coupon off the top of the box and save it in a drawer. Collect ten of these coupons and the next time you place your order from Mortini’s Pizza Parlor, you can redeem them for a free pizza. Now you see, getting a free pizza from Mortini’s is as easy as eating pizza.
What is a chronological order passage?
500
the way a text is built or organized
What is text structure?
500
words that tell you what the text structure might be
What are clue words?
500
Mice of the World
What is a compare and contrast passage?
500
Where Did This Tornado Come From? No one knows exactly what causes tornadoes, but some scientists believe that when warm air meets cold air, a tornado may form. The reason for this is that the warm air is lighter than the cold air, so it rises up fast and meets different winds moving different directions. Under the right conditions, this can cause a tornado. Though there is still much mystery surrounding tornadoes, many people believe that when warm moist air meets cool dry air, tornadoes can result.
What is a cause and effect passage?
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