Vocabulary
Prefix/Suffix
Theme
Authors Purpose
100

What does the word determination mean?

It means having a strong will to achieve something.

100

What does the prefix -un mean?

It means not

100

What is the main theme of Buzz Aldrin's story?

The importance of perserverance and achieving dreams. 

100

What did the author write "Reaching for the Moon"?

To inspire readers to reach for their dreams. 

200

What does independence refer to in Buzz Aldrins story?

It refers to being self-reliant and making decisions on your own. 

200

What does the suffix -ful mean?

It means full of

200

How does Buzz Aldrin's journey illustrate the theme and adventure?

It shows the excitement and challenges of exploring space. 

200

What message does the author want to convey through Aldrin's experience?

That determination and hard work can lead to great achievements. 

300

What does it mean to have confidence? 

It means believing in yourself and your abilities. 

300

Give an example of a word with the prefix "re-"

"Redo" which means do again. 

300

What lesson can we learn from Aldrin's determination?

We learn that hard work can lead to achieving our goals. 

300
How does the author's purpose relate to the theme of independence?

It emphasizes the importance of self-reliance in achieving goals. 

400

What does severe mean in the context of challenges faced?

It means very serious or intense

400

What does the suffix "-er" indicate

It indicates a person who performs an action, like "teacher"

400

How does teamwork play a role in the theme of Aldrin's story?

It shows that working together is essential for success. 

400

What emotions does the author want readers to feel about space exploration? 

Awe and exploration. 

500

How does the word struggled relate to Buzz Aldrin's journey?

It means facing difficulties and working hard to overcome them. 

500

Create a word using the prefix "dis-" and define it. 

Disagree which means to have a different opinion. 

500

Identify a theme related to overcoming obstacles in a story. 

Never giving up despite challenges. 

500

How does the authors purpose shape the way the story is told?

It influences the focus of determination and adventure.