Vocabulary skills
What does the term "context clues" mean?
Words or phrases in a sentence that help determine the meaning of an unknown word
What is a simile?
Comparing two things using like or as
What is the first step in summarizing a text?
Find the central idea
What is a theme of a story?
The central message or lesson that the author conveys through the story
What is the central idea of a text?
The main point or message the author wants us to know
Use context clues to determine the meaning of "enormous" in this sentence: "The enormous elephant walked through the jungle."
"Enormous" means very large or huge
What is personification?
Giving a non human thing a human action
What details should you include in a summary?
Key details or important details
What is the plot of a story?
The sequence of events (The roller coaster)
How do you identify supporting details?
Look for the most important details that relate to the central idea
Select two details from the sentence "The frigid air made everyone shiver" that help you understand the word "frigid."
Air and Shiver
What is hyperbole?
An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally
What is the number one rule when summarizing a text?
Use your own words
Identify the plot of this story: "A boy finds a magical ring that grants him three wishes."
The boy's gets the magical ring and then gets consequences of his wishes from the rings
Give an example of a relevant detail that supports the central idea: "Trees are vital for our environment."
They give us oxygen
How can background knowledge help you understand a text?
It makes it easier to relate to the story
What is a metaphor?
A comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as
Summarize the following: "The rabbit quickly dug a hole to escape the hungry fox."
The rabbit dug a hole to escape the fox.
How can you find the theme of a story?
By looking at the characters' actions and the outcome of the plot.
Why is it important to understand the central idea of a text?
It helps you understand the overall message and remember key details
If I say "The water was crystal clear," what does "crystal clear" mean based on context?
Very clear
What type of figurative language is used in this example: "The sun smiled down on us"
Personification
Why is it important to summarize texts?
It grows our comprehension and helps us remember key details
Explain how understanding the plot helps you identify the theme.
The plot reveals the characters' challenges and choices, which shows us the message or the lesson of the story.
Explain how details can change your understanding of the central idea
More specific details can help you understand the main idea clearer