Character Traits
Main Idea
Author's Point of View
Drawing Conclusions
Cause and Effect
100
When Susan got home from work she said "I don't feel like cleaning my room. I'll take a bath tomorrow. I'll do my homework after I take a nap". What is a character trait of this person?
This person is lazy.
100
Kangaroos are interesting animals. Their babies are called joeys. After they are born, they finish growing in their mother's pouch.
What is the main idea?
100
Minecraft is the best game ever! What can you tell about this author?
The author loves Minecraft.
100
Annie and her mother were shopping for a present for her father. Annie could see a big line in the center of the mall. She wondered what all the people were waiting for. She then heard a jolly "HO! HO! HO!" and she quickly realized what the people were waiting on. Annie noticed that the store windows were decorated with green, white, and red.
The people were waiting in line to see Santa at Christmas time.
100
Identify the cause in the following sentence. When it is cold outside, I wear my coat.
When it is cold outside.
200
Can I borrow your crayons please?" asked Karen. "No!" screamed Kim, "These are my crayons, get your own!" What character trait is Kim showing?
Kim is selfish. She doesn't want to share.
200
What is the main idea sentence? A. My big brother is special to me. B. He takes me fishing and helps me learn to read. C. When it storms, he lets me sleep in his room.
A. My big brother is special to me.
200
McDonalds is better than Burger King. What can you tell about this author?
The author loves McDonalds.
200
Mary went downstairs. There was an aroma in the air. The table was set with warm blueberry muffins, freshly squeezed orange juice, and brewed coffee. A note was left on the table. It said, "Dear Mary, Have a great day". What time of day is it?
Morning
200
Identify the effect in the sentence. Susana was whispering because she was in the library.
Susana was whispering.
300
Jimmy was very busy last night playing soccer and taking care of his little sister. In fact, he was so busy that he forgot do to his homework. The next day, Jimmy told his teacher that he did his homework,but that his little sister threw it away. What character trait is Jimmy showing?
Jimmy is being dishonest.
300
What is the main idea sentence? A. Elephants can learn tricks. B. They can remember how to get from one place to another. C. Elephants are smart animals.
C. Elephants are smart animals.
300
School pizza is the worst pizza ever! What can you tell about this author?
The author does not like school pizza.
300
The new girl at school didn't talk to anyone all day. When the teacher called on her she looked down at her desk. I don't think she made any friends on her first day. The new girl is probably.....
Shy
300
What is a cause?
The reason something happens in a sentence.
400
Michelle's mother was very sick, so Michelle decided to make warm chicken soup for her mother. She also made sure that her mother went to the doctor's office, and that she stayed in bed. Michelle is showing which character trait?
Michelle is being caring and thoughtful
400
Is this a main idea or a detail? It can be red, blue, green, or orange.
Detail
400
I live in a very large neighborhood with many kids. The only thing it's missing is a park. Parks give kids a place to go to play and have fun. It also gives them a chance to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. What is the author's point?
The author thinks there should be a park in his neighborhood.
400
The sand is hot. The sun is hot. I jump into the water. The waves hit me. Where is this person?
At the beach
400
What is an effect?
What happens in a sentence.
500
A group of kids were playing in the backyard and pretending that they were all pirates on a pirate ship. They created a game that had pirates, robbers, and princesses. The kids were showing what character trait?
These kids are being creative
500
Jordy couldn't wait for his first day of school. He leaped out of bed and got dressed. His mother made him breakfast and walked him to the bus. What is the main idea?
Jordy's first day of school.
500
Video games have become very popular with young kids. However, there are many that are not age appropriate for them. Violence should not be a part of video games. Parents need to read more about them before letting their kids play. How does the author feel about video games?
He thinks some video are not appropriate for kids.
500
Lucy was thinking about her spelling grade. She kicked her desk, slammed the door, and ran out of the classroom. How was Lucy feeling?
Mad and disappointed with her grade.
500
Mrs. Asher and Mrs. Cunningham went out to dinner because _____________________. Identify an appropriate cause for this sentence.
Accept all responses that fit. :)
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