Plot/Conflict
Central Idea and Supporting Details
Author's Claim / Author's Perspective
Text Features / Text Structures
Multiple Meaning Words / Idioms
100
What is "plot"?
The events that make up a story. / What happens in a story.
100
What is the central idea of a paragraph or passage?
(hint: do not say "main idea")
What the text is mostly about.
100
What is an author's claim?
The author's opinion that they want to persuade the reader to agree with.
100
Name three text features.
Answers may vary...
Title Table of Contents
Heading Diagram
Photograph Bold Words
Caption Glossary
100
What is an idiom?
A phrase that does not match its literal meaning.
200
What is "conflict"?
The main problem a character faces in the story.
200
True or False: A supporting detail explains or gives more information about the central idea.
True
200
Claim: “Recycling helps the planet.”
Which of these is good evidence?
A) I don’t like trash. When it piles up, it is annoying.
B) Studies show recycling reduces waste and pollution in our environment.
B) Studies show recycling reduces waste and pollution in our environment.
200
What is text structure?
How the author organizes information in a text.
200
This homework is a piece of cake!
easy to do
300
What is the most exciting part of the story called, where the main problem is faced? It is the turning point of the story.
Climax
300
A paragraph's central idea is: "Cats make great pets." Which of these is not a supporting detail?
A) Cats can be trained to use a litter box.
B) Some cats are allergic to humans.
C) Cats are often quiet and independent.
B) Some cats are allergic to humans.
300
Kids should be allowed to bring their own snacks to school. Not all students like the snacks the school gives out, and some may have allergies or dietary needs. When kids bring their own snacks, they can choose healthy options they enjoy. This helps them stay focused and energized during the day.
What is the author's claim?
Kids should be allowed to bring their own snacks to school.
300
Which text structure is the following paragraph?
First, Sarah woke up early and ate a big breakfast. Next, she packed her backpack with books and lunch. Then, she put on her jacket and walked to the bus stop. Finally, the bus arrived, and Sarah got on to go to school.
Sequence Text Structure
300
After winning several awards, the singer became a household name across the country.
very well known or famous
400
During the group project, Mia wanted to build a model volcano, but Joey insisted on doing a solar system instead.
“This is my idea,” he said. “We’re not doing your volcano.”
Mia crossed her arms. “You’re not the boss of the group.”
What is the conflict?
Mia and Joey have different ideas for their group project.
400
Bats are often misunderstood animals. Many people think they are scary, but bats are actually very helpful. They eat thousands of insects every night, including mosquitoes. Some bats also help pollinate plants and spread seeds. Without bats, there would be more bugs and fewer plants in many areas.
What is the central idea of this paragraph?
Bats are helpful animals.
400
"School uniforms are a bad idea. They take away students' ability to express themselves through clothing. Not everyone feels comfortable wearing the same thing as everyone else. Students should be allowed to choose their own outfits so they can show their personality and feel confident."
What is the author's perspective on school uniforms?
School uniforms are a bad idea.
400
What is this text feature?
Diagram
400
I watched as the team boarded the bus and left for the championship game.
What does the word boarded mean in this sentence?
a) to close up with wood planks
b) to not be interested in something
c) to get into a vehicle
c) to get into a vehicle
500
Kayla stood at the front of the bus, her soccer bag slung over her shoulder. This was her chance — the final tryout for the city team. But as she looked back, she saw her best friend Zoe sitting on the sidewalk, wiping tears from her eyes. Zoe had twisted her ankle, and there was no one else around to help her. Kayla bit her lip. If she stayed with Zoe, she’d miss the tryout. If she left, Zoe would be all alone. Her heart pulled in two different directions. Kayla decided to stay with Zoe- after all, friendship is the most important thing.
What is the conflict?
Kayla is torn between helping her injured friend and going to her important soccer tryout.
500
Teamwork helps people achieve goals they couldn’t reach on their own. On a basketball team, players pass the ball and work together to score points. In a group project, each person might have a different job, but everyone contributes to the final result. Even astronauts rely on teamwork to complete space missions. When people share ideas and help each other, they can solve problems faster and better.
What is the central idea?
Teamwork helps people achieve goals they couldn’t reach on their own.
500
"School field trips are one of the best parts of learning. Visiting museums, farms, or science centers helps students understand what they learn in class. It’s exciting to explore new places with classmates and experience learning outside of a textbook. Field trips make school more fun and memorable!"
What is the author's perspective on school field trips?
Answers may vary...
-Field trips make school more fun and memorable
-School field trips are one of the best parts of learning
-The author feels positively about field trips
500
What is the purpose of a text feature?
To give extra information about the text or help the reader find information in the text.
500
Suzie toiled around the clock to earn enough money for her first car.
Worked every day with few breaks.