Author's Purpose
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Author's Claim
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Author's Claim
What's that Word?
Character Development &
Character Perspective
Character Perspective
Text features: Headings & Maps
Central Idea and Relevant Details
Text Structure: Chronology
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What is Author's Purpose?
A. How the author wrote the story
B. Why the author wrote the story?
C. Where the story takes place?
D. Who are the main characters?
B. Why the author wrote the story?
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Which of the following words is a compound word?
A. Bigger
B. Shoreline
C. Shared
D. Question
B. Shoreline
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What is character development?
How a character ________ throughout the story.
changes
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Why do we use headings?
A. To tell the reader what the section is about
B. To list the names of the characters
C. To make the text longer
D. To show the author’s opinion
A. To tell the reader what the section is about
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What is central idea?
A. what a piece of the story is about
B. what a paragraph is about
C. what a picture is about
D. what the whole story is about
D. what the whole story is about
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Fill-in the blank
Chronology is putting the story in _________ order.
time
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What is author's claim?
The author's __________.
Opinion
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What does the word close mean as it is used in this sentence?
“It helps you be close to your family members.”
A. to feel connected
B. almost the same
C. to sit together
D. near in time
A. to feel connected
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Fill in the 2 blanks?
What is character perspective?
How a character _________ and __________.
thinks + feels
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Why do we use maps?
A. to tell us what a picture is about
B. to find out the meaning of a word
C. to show us the location of something
D. to find out the main point of a story
C. to show us the location of something
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What are relevant details?
A. details from another story
B. any detail from the story
C. a detail that goes along with the central idea
D. a detail from the story that has a question mark
C. a detail that goes along with the central idea
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Choose a word below that would be the best example of showing something is in time order.
A. when
B. drive
C. lastly
D. show
C. lastly
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Before a thunderstorm arrives, the sky may become dark and the wind may begin to blow. You may also hear thunder in the distance. During a storm, lightning can flash across the sky. Because lightning can be dangerous, people should stay inside until the storm has passed.
Question: What is the author’s main purpose for writing this passage?
A. To explain what happens during a thunderstorm and how to stay safe
B. To entertain readers with a story about a thunderstorm
C. To persuade readers to watch thunderstorms from outside
D. To describe the most exciting thunderstorms the author has seen
A. To explain what happens during a thunderstorm and how to stay safe
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Which of the following sentences contains a compound word?
A. “Hi,” Jayden smiled.
B. I got this new soccer ball for my birthday a few weeks ago.
C. Do you want to use it instead of that old mushy one?”
D. Sure!” Tyler answered.
B. I got this new soccer ball for my birthday a few weeks ago.
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Liam looked out the window and saw dark clouds covering the sky. He sighed because his class picnic was supposed to be that afternoon. “I hope the rain stops soon,” he thought. Liam had been looking forward to playing games with his friends all week.
Question: How does Liam feel about the weather?
A. He is proud.
B. He is excited.
C. He is confused.
D. He is disappointed.
D. He is disappointed.
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Read the heading below.
How Animals Survive a Hurricane
Which information would most likely be included in this section?
A. A list of the strongest hurricanes that have happened
B. Ways animals find shelter and stay safe during a hurricane
C. A description of how hurricanes form over warm ocean water
D. A list of people who rescue animals after a hurricane
B. Ways animals find shelter and stay safe during a hurricane
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Bees are important helpers in nature. They fly from flower to flower and help plants make seeds. Bees also help farmers grow fruits and vegetables. Without bees, many plants would have trouble growing.
Question: What is the central idea of the passage?
A. Bees help plants grow.
B. Bees live in gardens.
C. Bees can fly very far.
D. Bees make honey.
A. Bees help plants grow.
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Which is an example of chronology?
A. making a sandwich
B. washing your hands
C. the school day
D. all of the above
D. all of the above
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Many schools are adding gardens to their schoolyards. Students can plant vegetables, observe insects, and learn how plants grow. School gardens can also provide fresh food for students to taste. Most importantly, gardens give students a chance to learn science by working with real plants.
What is the author’s main claim in the passage?
A. Students should spend more time outside during the school day.
B. School gardens are a useful way for students to learn and explore.
C. Students should learn how to grow vegetables at home.
D. School gardens are the best way to provide food for students.
B. School gardens are a useful way for students to learn and explore.
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Read these sentences from the passage.: “Others go out every Sunday. They often choose a time based on everyone’s schedule.”
Select two phrases from the sentences that give a clue to the meaning of the word schedule.
A. go out
B. every Sunday
C. often choose
D. a time
E. based on
D and B
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At first, Maya did not want to enter the school spelling bee. She worried that she would forget the words and embarrass herself. Her teacher encouraged her to practice with a partner each day. After practicing for two weeks, Maya decided to give the spelling bee a try. When it was her turn, she took a deep breath and confidently spelled her word correctly.
Question: How does Maya change?
A. Nervous to confident
B. Excited to worried
C. Helpful to selfish
D. Confident to afraid
A. Nervous to confident
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Looking at the map, what is the circled piece called and what does it do? 
A compass and it gives directions
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Many students enjoy having a classroom garden. Students can plant seeds and watch them grow. They learn how plants need sunlight, water, and care. Working in the garden also teaches students to work together and be responsible. A classroom garden can make learning science more interesting and hands-on.
Question: What is the central idea of the passage?
A. Plants need sunlight and water to grow.
B. Students should work in gardens every day.
C. Classroom gardens help students learn in many ways.
D. Students enjoy planting seeds in the garden.
C. Classroom gardens help students learn in many ways.
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On Saturday morning, Elena planted a small garden. First, she dug holes in the soil. Next, she placed seeds in each hole and covered them with dirt. Then, she watered the garden. Finally, Elena put a small sign next to the garden with the date she planted the seeds.
Question: What did Elena do immediately after she planted the seeds?
A. She dug holes in the soil.
B. She watered the garden.
C. She made a garden sign.
D. She covered the seeds with dirt.
B. She watered the garden.
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Many people think that playgrounds are only places for children to have fun. However, playgrounds can help children develop important skills. When children climb, jump, and balance, they build strength and coordination. Playing games with others also teaches children how to cooperate and solve problems. For these reasons, schools should make sure students have time to use the playground each day.
Question: What is the author’s main claim in this passage?
A. Children enjoy climbing, jumping, and balancing on playground equipment.
B. Playground games can help children learn how to cooperate with others.
C. Schools should give students time to use the playground because it supports their development.
D. Playgrounds are more useful than classrooms because children learn important skills there.
C. Schools should give students time to use the playground because it supports their development.
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“The bird is like many other animals here in the bay. It is covered in a layer of oil. The sludge is visible to the rescuers."
Select two words from the sentences that give a clue to the meaning of the word sludge.
A. bird
B. bay
C. covered
D. oil
E. rescuers
C and D
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Marcus wanted to build a birdhouse for the school garden. At first, he became frustrated when the pieces did not fit together. He almost gave up, but his friend suggested reading the directions again. Marcus carefully followed each step and finished the birdhouse. He felt proud because he had learned to be patient when solving a problem.
Question: How does Marcus change in the passage?
A. From frustrated to patient
B. From helpful to careless
C. From excited to angry
D. From patient to frustrated
A. From frustrated to patient
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Passage:
"The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. It is home to thousands of species of plants and animals. Many indigenous communities have lived in the rainforest for centuries, relying on its resources for food, shelter, and medicine."
Question: Which heading would best fit this passage?
A) Tropical Ecosystems and Their Inhabitants
B) Rainforest Deforestation Around the World
C) Advances in Modern Agriculture
D) Endangered Animals in Africa
A) Tropical Ecosystems and Their Inhabitants
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Every spring, many birds return to the same area to build their nests. Birds use grass, twigs, and other materials to make their nests. Some birds build nests high in trees to keep their eggs safe from animals on the ground. After the eggs hatch, the parent birds bring food to their babies.
Question: Which detail best supports the idea that birds take care of their young?
A. Birds return every spring.
B. Birds use grass and twigs.
C. Some birds build nests high in trees.
D. Parent birds bring food to their babies.
D. Parent birds bring food to their babies.
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Select two sentences that show the case study is organized in time order.
A: “On Thursday, November 8, 2018, a forest fire started near Los Angeles, California.”
B: “It was called the Woolsey Fire.”
C: "Some people had only a few minutes to grab important items.”
D: "By Friday, local animal care groups had created several shelters for animals.”
E: "They also rescued pets and other animals as needed.”
A: “On Thursday, November 8, 2018, a forest fire started near Los Angeles, California.”
D: "By Friday, local animal care groups had created several shelters for animals.”