Author's Purpose and Perspective
Literary Devices
Draw Conclusions
Vocabulary
Vocabulary
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What is the difference between author's purpose and author's perspective?
Author Purpose is the reason why an author writes. Author's Perspective is the author's viewpoint.
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Name two kinds of literary devices?
Imagery, Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Hyperbole, Alliteration, etc.
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What does it mean to draw conclusions?
Figure out something on your own based on information the author has given you.
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Which of your senses can you use to detect dinner cooking in the kitchen? *What does the word detect mean?
Notice or discover something
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People who are ___________ do new and difficult things in order to achieve their goals.
enterprising
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When hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States in 2005, many people had to leave their pets behind. After the disaster, animal rescue organizations made a mighty effort to save as many cats and dogs stranded by the storm. When local shelters ran out of space, shelters in other areas stepped in. Charter flights flew animals to shelters as far away as California. What is the author's purpose?
to inform
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What type of literary device is below? What sense does it appeal to? Rosa blabbling and squeaking. Luis blazing out a song on the radio.
Imagery Sense of Hearing
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Chester is tired, but Lulu wants to continue the tour. What do we know about Lulu? How do you know?
She is energetic because hardworking people keep on going.
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What does the word gleeful mean? Use it in a sentence.
Gleeful means excited or happy. Answers Vary
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What does the word panic mean?
Strong feeling of fear or anxiety that makes a person act without thinking carefully.
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The rhino is one of the largest and most beautiful animals. There are five kinds of rhinos - three in Asia and two in Africa. Sadly, all five kinds are facing extinction. Although many efforts have been made to save the rhino, the situation is still bad. Much of the land that had been home to rhinos has been turned into farmland. People also continue to hunt rhinos, even though they are considered endangered. Some African nations have chosen to move wild rhinos to protected areas. In these places, animals can be closely watched. All people who love wildlife should immediately do whatever they can to help save the rhino. What is the author's purpose?
to inform readers about the endangered rhino
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What type of figurative language is this? What does it mean? Frogs sing a chorus of croaks.
Personification The frogs croak as if singing a song.
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Lulu tries to make Chester feel better and offers to show him the sights. What do we know about Lulu? How do you know?
Lulu is compassionate because kind people always try to help.
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A _______ is a person who gives a person helpful advice.
Mentor
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What does the word somberly mean? Use it in a sentence.
Somberly means to speak and act in a serious way. Answers vary.
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When hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States in 2005, many people had to leave their pets behind. After the disaster, animal rescue organizations made a mighty effort to save as many cats and dogs stranded by the storm. When local shelters ran out of space, shelters in other areas stepped in. Charter flights flew animals to shelters as far away as California. What is the author's perspective?
People work together in times of need
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What type of figurative language is this? What does it mean? He sounds like a car alarm.
Simile He is loud and annoying like a car alarm.
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Lulu goes around and around the Empire State Building until she sees Chester and catches him. What do we know about Lulu? How do you know?
She is determined because persistent people don't give up.
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Use cumbersome in a sentence.
Answers vary
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What does the word mistreated mean? Use it in a sentence.
Mistreated means to be used in a that harms or hurts it. Answers Vary.
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The rhino is one of the largest and most beautiful animals. There are five kinds of rhinos - three in Asia and two in Africa. Sadly, all five kinds are facing extinction. Although many efforts have been made to save the rhino, the situation is still bad. Much of the land that had been home to rhinos has been turned into farmland. People also continue to hunt rhinos, even though they are considered endangered. Some African nations have chosen to move wild rhinos to protected areas. In these places, animals can be closely watched. All people who love wildlife should immediately do whatever they can to help save the rhino. What is the author's perspective?
The author thinks the rhino is a special creature that must be saved from extinction.
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Write your own example of a metaphor and personification.
Answers Vary
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What clue does Chester use to draw the conclusion that he and Lulu are on a rather long flight? (Pg. 627)
Lulu's wingbeats are strong and regular.
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What does the word immaculate mean? What is the opposite of immaculate?
Immaculate means extremely clean and tidy. Opposite: dirty, filthy
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What does the word advocacy mean? What is something you would advocate for?
Advocacy is giving support to a person, idea, or cause. Answers Vary
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