Text Structure
What are some key words that signal a sequence/chronological structure?
First, next, then, finally, etc.
True or false: Rocks go through the rock cycle in a specific order or sequence
false
Using page 40 of your reader, what evidence best explains how geysers form?
PROVIDE A PARAGRAPH NUMBER
In paragraph 2, it says "Geysers form when water drains down into openings in the ground above the magma chamber."
What is a synonym for intense?
extreme, severe, etc.
Before reading any passages, what should you do first?
Read the questions
What type of text structure best describes this passage?
Sally’s garden wasn’t growing well because the soil was dry and cracked. To fix this issue, she decided to water the plants every day and add some fresh soil. After a few weeks, her flowers started to bloom and the garden looked beautiful again.
problem and solution
Rocks formed from layers of sediments (tiny pieces of rock and sand) that are compressed over time.
Using page 53, what evidence best explains what rocks are?
PROVIDE A PARAGRAPH NUMBER
In paragraph 1, it states, "Rocks are naturally occurring materials made of solid, nonliving substances called minerals."
What is a synonym for "gradually?"
FALSE
What type of text structure best describes this passage?
When it rains a lot, the ground becomes very wet and soft. This can cause the soil to wash away, creating erosion on hills and fields. As a result, plants may have trouble growing because their roots are no longer supported by the soil.
cause and effect
How are metamorphic rocks formed?
through intense heat and pressure
Must be answered before text evidence 400
Using page 100, what can you infer the author feels about Mount Vesuvius?
it is dangerous
What is an antonym for "tremendous?"
small, little
If the question has two parts, I should reread my answer to part A and answer to part B to make sure they _______
MATCH
This author uses the compare and contrast structure. Why do you think that is?
Dogs and cats are both popular pets, but they have different needs. Dogs often need more attention and love being outside, while cats are more independent and enjoy lounging indoors. Despite these differences, both animals can make great companions, offering love and comfort to their owners.
to explain how dogs and cats are similar and different from each other
How are igneous rocks formed?
What evidence best supports that the author believes that Mount Vesuvius is dangerous?
"Many volcanologists consider Vesuvius one of the world's most dangerous volcanoes."
What is a multi-meaning word?
A word that can have multiple meanings in different contexts
What happens if my answers to part A and part B do not make sense together?
Reread, something is wrong
What text structure best describes this passage?
First, rocks are formed from cooling magma or pressure deep inside the Earth. Next, these rocks can be broken down into small pieces by weathering and carried by water. Finally, the pieces can be pressed together to form new rocks, starting the rock cycle all over again.
Sequence/Chronological
What is the rock cycle?
A continuous process where rocks are created, destroyed, and recreated over long periods of time
to explain where the epicenter is in relation to the focus
to show how seismic waves work and move
Give two definitions for the multi-meaning word "weather"
Weather in regards to rocks breaking down over time
What should you do while you are reading a long passage?
Options include: taking notes, asking myself if I understood the section I just read, look at headings for help, use tools like the glossary, reread/check the questions, make note of text evidence, ask myself questions