Vocabulary
1.The teacher set up a conference, or meeting, with the parents of each student in her class.
Based on the context clues what does the word conference mean?
Meeting
What does control mean?
direct it
Why is this expository nonfiction?
Because the story reports on survey results
What is the purpose of “A Family Tree”?
to give instructions
What is the author’s purpose?
To tell readers about a family experience
2.A fable, a short tale that teaches a lesson, often has animals as main characters. “The Lion and the Mouse” is a good example of a fable.
Based on the context clues what does the word fable mean?
A short tale
What is a trait?
a feature
What is the author’s purpose?
Inform readers about a way to improve the diets of their children
What does this sentence “Have you ever wondered why your eyes might be one color, while your parents’ eyes are a different color? We all have traits, such as eye color, hair color, and height. appeal to?” appeal to?
Sight
Write one sentence that comes from the story that appeals to the sense of smel
Thick red sauce bubbled in one pot, sending fragrant steam into the air.
A short tale
3.The parade had just begun when the storm hit. As the rain poured down, people fled like they were in a race to find shelter
Based on the context clues what does the word fled mean?
ran
What does transmit mean?
to send something
Give one sentence that appeals to the reader's sense of hearing
If you hear a crunching sound at your house, is it likely to be a tortilla chip or a carrot stick
Why does the author include these “Show a circle for your female relatives, and show a square for your male relatives” details?
To visualize the family tree
What does valuable mean?
Important
4.My sister is really outgoing and loves to talk to people, but I am timid.
Based on the context clues, what does the word timid mean?
shy
What does it mean to give your approval?
Accept something as good
Why are the heads “Do as I Say” vs. “Do as I Do”” used in this story?
To describe two different approaches that parents take
What does inherit mean?
get something from family members who lived before you
What is the Aunts name in the store
Carmella
What is a role?
a part you play
What does it mean to consume?
eat it
Parents can greatly influence their children’s eating habits. Find two details from the text that support this statement.
Parents often pressure their children to eat healthy foods
Based on the text, what inference can you make about the usefulness of making a family tree? Explain your inferences using details from the text.
A family tree can teach you more about yourself
Based on the text, what inference can you make about why family gatherings are important? Use details from the passage to support your answer.
Family gatherings are important because “family traditions are the most valuable thing of all”