Author's Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning
Text Structures
Author's Purpose
From the Narrator
(POV / flashbacks)
(POV / flashbacks)
Timelines
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Dogs make great pets because they are loyal and friendly.
What is the author's claim?
Dogs make great pets.
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DAILY DOUBLE: What is the difference in a text structure and text feature?
Text structure is how the information in a text is organized. A text feature gives you more information about a nonfiction text.
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What is an author's purpose?
The reason they are writing the text.
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What are the two most common points of view?
first-person point of view
third-person point of view
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What is this timeline about?
The history of ice cream
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What is author's claim?
An author's opinion that they want to persuade the reader to believe.
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What is text structure?
How the information is organized in a text.
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What are the three purposes an author might have for writing?
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
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I couldn’t believe it when I saw the giant pumpkin in the school garden. Its orange skin glowed in the sunlight, and it was bigger than any pumpkin I had ever seen! I wanted to touch it, but I remembered that Mr. Lee said we had to wait until the harvest day. I felt proud knowing I had helped water it every week.
What point of view is this paragraph written in?
first-person point of view
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What year was the first touch screen iPhone released?
2007
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Why does an author provide evidence and reasoning with their claim?
To give proof to the reader. To help them convince the reader to agree.
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Match each problem to the best solution.
Problems
Students disagree during group work and argue.
Students talk while others are sharing.
Solutions
A. Take turns speaking and listening carefully.
B. Use kind words and explain ideas calmly.
1 - B
2 - A
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Once upon a time, a tiny mouse named Max dreamed of flying. Every day, he tried jumping off small rocks with homemade wings. One windy afternoon, Max finally soared above the garden, feeling the wind under his wings. He twirled and flipped, laughing with joy, while all the other animals cheered. Max’s adventure shows that even the smallest creatures can have big dreams.
What purpose does the author have for writing this paragraph?
Entertain
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As Mia packed for her first day at a new school, she suddenly remembered last year’s first day at her old school. She had walked nervously into the classroom, her backpack feeling much too heavy. She remembered tripping over the rug and dropping all her books. Thinking about that day made her laugh, and it helped her feel braver as she stepped into her new classroom.
What does this paragraph include an example of?
Flashback
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What is the scale of this timeline?
1 year
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Schools should practice safety drills regularly. Practicing drills helps students know what to do during emergencies. When students understand the steps to follow, they can stay calm and safe. This shows that safety drills are important for keeping everyone protected at school.
Which of the following is a reason to support the claim?
A) Schools should practice safety drills regularly.
B) This shows that safety drills are important for keeping everyone protected at school.
C) Practicing drills helps students know what to do during emergencies.
C) Practicing drills helps students know what to do during emergencies.
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Sometimes students disagree with each other during class discussions. This can become a problem when voices get loud or feelings get hurt. A good solution is for students to listen carefully and speak respectfully. Taking turns and using kind words helps everyone share their ideas. Because of this solution, class discussions can stay calm and productive.
How is this text organized?
Problem and solution text structure
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The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, were the first people to build and fly a successful airplane. In 1903, they made their first flight in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Their invention helped change transportation and made it possible for people to travel long distances quickly. Learning about the Wright brothers shows how ideas and hard work can make history.
What purpose does the author have in writing this paragraph?
Inform
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What is a narrator's flashback?
When the narrator thinks back to a time before the story.
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Is a timeline a text feature or a text structure?
Text Feature
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School libraries are important for students. They give students a quiet place to read and study. Libraries also provide books that help students learn new topics and improve their reading skills. Because students have access to helpful books and a calm space to work, school libraries support learning and success.
Name the author's claim and two reasons the author gives to support their claim.
Claim: School libraries are important for students.
Reasons:
-They give students a quiet place to read and study.
-Libraries also provide books that help students learn new topics and improve their reading skills.
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Sometimes students disagree with each other during class discussions. This can become a problem when voices get loud or feelings get hurt. A good solution is for students to listen carefully and speak respectfully. Taking turns and using kind words helps everyone share their ideas. Because of this solution, class discussions can stay calm and productive.
How does an author use problem and solution text structure?
By describing how students can help create a good discussion.
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We should protect endangered animals because they are important to the environment and to people. Many species, like tigers and sea turtles, are losing their homes because of deforestation and pollution. If these animals disappear, ecosystems could become unbalanced, and people might lose sources of food, medicine, and natural beauty. By saving their habitats and reducing waste, we can help animals survive and keep the planet healthy for everyone. Protecting wildlife is everyone’s responsibility, and we can all make a difference if we act now.
What detail does the author use to persuade readers to take better care of endangered animals?
A) If these animals disappear, ecosystems could become unbalanced, and people might lose sources of food, medicine, and natural beauty.
B) Many species, like tigers and sea turtles, are losing their homes because of deforestation and pollution.
C) Protecting wildlife is everyone’s responsibility, and we can all make a difference if we act now.
A) If these animals disappear, ecosystems could become unbalanced, and people might lose sources of food, medicine, and natural beauty.
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Liam was excited for the big soccer game. He had practiced every day after school, and he felt ready. His teammates cheered as he ran onto the field, and he kicked the ball with all his strength. Liam smiled when the crowd clapped, proud of his hard work.
What is the point of view in this paragraph? How can you tell?
Third person point of view. The narrator is outside of the story.
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How does a timeline support or give more information about a text?
It identifies specific dates and times of events.