Reading Detective
In the classroom pet corner, the hamster cage door is open, tiny footprints appear in spilled sawdust, and students are crawling around looking under desks and bookshelves. What can you infer has happened?
The hamster has escaped from its cage.
"Ryan was famished after soccer practice, so he ate two sandwiches when he got home." What does "famished" mean?
very hungry
In a book called "How to Make a Paper Airplane," the author includes step-by-step instructions with diagrams. What is the author's main purpose?
To inform people on how to make a paper airplane.
In "Dolphins vs. Sharks," the text describes features of dolphins, then features of sharks, highlighting their differences. What text structure is used?
Compare and Contrast
What type of figurative language is being used in this excerpt?
"The tree was like a wise old grandfather watching over the neighborhood."
Simile
Maya spent the day at the beach. She quickly packed up her towel and book when dark clouds appeared on the horizon. What can you infer Maya is concerned about?
Maya is worried it might rain.
"The transparent glass allowed you to see everything inside the aquarium." What does "transparent" mean?
see-through or clear
In an essay called "Why We Should Save the Bees," the author states "We must act now before it's too late" and provides ways to help. What is the author's main purpose?
To persuade readers to take action.
In "Why Dinosaurs Became Extinct," the text presents evidence for a meteor impact causing extinction. What text structure is used?
Cause and Effect
What type of figurative language is being used in this excerpt?
"Books are doorways to other worlds."
Metaphor
Miguel's teammates pat him on the back and smile even though his team lost the game. What can you infer about Miguel's performance?
Miguel played well even though his team lost.
"Although Mia was initially apprehensive about the roller coaster, after riding it once, she wanted to go again immediately." What does "apprehensive" mean?
worried, fearful, or nervous
In a book called "The Mysterious Footprints," the author describes strange tracks in fresh snow, a shadow darting between trees, and the narrator's racing heartbeat. What is the author's primary purpose?
To entertain readers.
In "The Problem with Plastic," the text describes how plastic pollution harms marine life and then offers several solutions. What text structure is used?
Problem and Solution
What type of figurative language is being used in this excerpt?
"Mia flew down the skateboard ramp like a rocket launching into space."
Simile
Janie had a lemonade stand today. She frowns when she counts the money at the end of the day. What can you infer about her day of selling lemonade?
Janie didn't make as much money as she hoped.
"The boisterous crowd cheered loudly, stomped their feet, and waved banners as the home team scored." What does "boisterous" mean?
noisy, energetic, or rowdy
In an essay called "The Plastic Problem," the author writes, "We must reduce single-use plastics before our oceans become garbage dumps. Contact your representatives today!" What is the author's main purpose?
To persuade readers to take action.
In "The Life Cycle of a Butterfly," the text describes each stage from egg to adult butterfly in order. What text structure is used?
Sequential
What type of figurative language is being used in this excerpt?
"The wind howled through the trees and scratched at the windows."
Personification
Aiden stayed up late working on his volcano project for science class. He keeps making small adjustments and rechecks the instructions multiple times, making sure he did not miss anything. What can you infer about Aiden?
Aiden wants to make sure his project is perfect.
"The ornithologist spent hours in the forest, carefully documenting each bird species she observed." What does "ornithologist" mean?
someone who studies birds
In "The Vanishing Rainforest," the author includes statistics about deforestation and graphs that show displaced people. What is the author's main purpose?
To inform readers about the effects of deforestation.
In "The Autumn Forest," the author writes about the "changing leaves, the crisp air, and the symphony of crunching leaves beneath hiking boots." What text structure is being used?
Descriptive
What type of figurative language is being used in this excerpt?
"BOOM! CRASH! RUMBLE! The storm raged outside of my window."
Onomatopoeia