Vocab
Jill must find an alternate time for her appointment since she already has something in her schedule.
What does alternate mean?
Different
The train was supposed to arrive at 3:15, but it didn’t come until almost 4 o’clock. By then, most of the passengers were tired of waiting.
What time was the train supposed to arrive?
3:15
Ethan stayed up late studying for his test, and the next morning he could barely keep his eyes open in class.
Inferential question: What will likely happen to Ethan’s performance or focus in school that day?
It won't be good because he is tired
The weather was chilly, so Ava put on her sweatshirt before going outside.
Mrs. Hall loves the old spelling program, so she will integrate the old program with the new program.
What does integrate mean?
combine
Jenna stayed after school to help decorate for the dance. She hung streamers while her friends blew up balloons.
Detail question: What did Jenna do to help get ready for the dance?
Hung streamers
Sofia’s hands were shaking as she walked onto the stage. She took a deep breath before beginning her speech.
Inferential question: How is Sofia probably feeling in this situation?
Nervous or scared
The movie was hilarious; everyone in the theater was laughing.
Hilarious
Did you contribute to the food drive or do you still need to bring some food in?
What does contribute mean?
Give
Marcus saved up his allowance for three months to buy a new video game. When he finally had enough money, the store was sold out.
Detail question: How long did Marcus save his money?
Three months
When the teacher returned to the classroom, several students quickly hid their phones. The teacher raised an eyebrow but didn’t say anything.
Inferential question: What were the students likely doing before the teacher came back?
Not doing their work, on social media
It’s important to assist your classmates if they need help.
help
The old house at the end of the street looked peculiar, with its crooked windows and flickering lights. Everyone in the neighborhood avoided walking past it at night.
What does peculiar mean?
Strange or weird
During science class, the students planted seeds in small cups of soil. They recorded how much the plants grew each week.
Detail question: What did the students measure every week?
How much the plants grew
Jake’s mom reminded him to bring his uniform and water bottle before practice. He groaned and said, “Do I have to go again today?”
Inferential question: How does Jake probably feel about going to practice?
Not excited
The new student was very polite and greeted everyone with a smile.
respectful
The speaker tried to emphasize the importance of kindness during his presentation. He repeated key points so the audience would remember them.
At the animal shelter, Ella volunteered to walk the dogs every Saturday morning. Her favorite was a small brown puppy named Coco.
Detail question: What was the name of Ella’s favorite dog?
Coco
After the storm, Maya found her backyard fence knocked over and branches scattered everywhere. She grabbed gloves and a rake from the shed.
Inferential question: What is Maya most likely going to do next?
Clean up the branches
The coach tried to motivate the team before the final game.
inspire