6.6C Text Evidence to Support a Response
(Eleven)
Getting older can be tough. Identify and explain examples in the story that support this statement.
What is Paragraph two " One day you might need to sit on your mama's lap because you are scared , and that's the part of you that's five."
Which part of a story is usually the falling action?
what is
he events that happen after the climax and begin to move the story toward resolution.
Use context clues to determine the meaning of raggedy as it is used in the story "Eleven".
What is in the story raggedy means old and ugly.
"The snow sparkled on the ground like a blanket of diamonds."
What is
simile
"Did you know that sea turtles can live to be over 100 years old? These amazing animals travel thousands of miles across the ocean and always return to the same beach where they were born. Protecting sea turtles is important because their habitats are being destroyed."
What is the author’s main purpose for writing this passage?
To persuade readers to help protect sea turtles
( Mighty Miss Malone)
What does Deza's attitude toward the little boy she meets in the camp revel about her character? Cite text evidence from the selection to support your answer.
What is being a leader and being playful.
Which part of a story is usually the resolution?
What is
The conclusion where the conflict is solved and the story comes to a close.
Use context clues to determine the meaning of seniority as it is used in the selection.
What is
We had stopped looking fresh and had seniority in the camp.
Seniority means older or higher in position or status than someone else.
"Her voice was music to his ears."
What is
metaphor
"Every Saturday morning, my little brother races to the kitchen in his superhero pajamas and demands chocolate chip pancakes. He insists they give him 'super strength,' even though he can barely lift the syrup bottle. Still, his silly grin always makes us laugh."
What is the author’s main purpose for writing this passage?
To entertain the reader with a funny story about a little brother
(Hatchet)
What happens to Brian? What problem does he have? Cite text evidence from the selection to support your answer.
What is in paragraph one the plane crashes and in paragraph seven he faces being hungry.
In Hatchet, which event best represents the climax of the story?
What is He remembers to have a positive attitude.
(Hatchet)
Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word obvious as it is used in the selection.
What is
clear, self-evident, or apparent.
"The angry storm pounded on the roof and howled through the trees."
what is
personification
"Recycling is one of the easiest ways to help our planet. By reusing paper, plastic, and metal, we can reduce waste in landfills and protect the environment for future generations. Everyone should recycle at home, at school, and in the community."
What is the author’s main purpose for writing this passage?
To persuade the reader to recycle in order to protect the planet
(Red Scarf Girl)
What happens to Ji Li? What problem does she have to face? Cite text evidence from the selection to support your answer.
What is in paragraph nine Thin-face states " We want you to testify against your father at the struggle meeting."
Which part of a story is usually the climax?
What is
The most exciting or intense moment when the main conflict reaches a turning point.
Use context clues to determine the meaning of culprit as it is used in the story " The Magic Marker Mystery".
what is
a person guilty of a crime.
Which statement best explains the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
what is
A simile compares two things using the words like or as, while a metaphor says one thing is another.
"The cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world, able to reach speeds up to 70 miles per hour. Its long legs and flexible spine help it run quickly to catch prey. Sadly, cheetahs are endangered because they are losing their habitats."
What is the author’s main purpose for writing this passage?
To inform the reader with facts about cheetahs
(The Magic Marker Mystery)
How's does Bucho's past behavior make him an easy target for the real graffiti artist? Cite text evidence from the selection to support your answer.
What is in paragraph fifty- three Belinda states " If you ask a hundred kids who they think is leaving those messages around the school, a hundred of them will say it's got to be Bucho."
Which part of a story is usually the rising action?
What is The series of events that build suspense and lead up to the climax.
Use context clues to determine the meaning of presuming as it is used in the selection "The Magic Marker Mystery".
Which statement best explains the difference between a metaphor and personification?
What is
A metaphor compares two unlike things by saying one is the other, while personification gives human qualities to nonhuman things.
"Volunteering at an animal shelter is a great way to make a difference. Not only do you help care for animals in need, but you also learn responsibility and kindness. Sign up today and see how you can change a life—maybe even your own!"
What is the author’s main purpose for writing this passage?
To persuade the reader to volunteer at an animal shelter