Poetry
figurative Language
Central Idea
Text structure
Author's Claim
100

Type of Poem 

The sun is shining in the sky,
The birds are singing as they fly.
The breeze is soft, the day is bright,
Everything feels warm and light.

rhymed verse 

100

“The wind whispered through the trees.”
What type of figurative language is used?

Personification 

100

Dogs need exercise every day. Walking and playing helps keep them healthy and happy. Dogs that don’t get enough exercise can become bored.

Question: What is the central idea?

Dogs need exercise to stay healthy and happy.

100

First, you plant the seed in the soil. Next, you water it. Then, place it in sunlight. Finally, watch it grow.

Question: What is the text structure?

Answer: Sequence (order/steps)

100

Passage:
School uniforms are a good idea because they help students focus on learning. For example, students don’t worry about what to wear each day.

Question: What is the author’s claim? What is one piece of evidence?

Answer:
Claim: School uniforms are a good idea.
Evidence: Students don’t worry about what to wear.

200

What type poem ?

Soft breeze through the trees
Leaves whisper quietly down
Spring is here at last 

haiku


200

My backpack weighs a ton.”
This is an example of ______________

hyperbole.

200

Plants need sunlight, water, and air to grow. Without these, they cannot survive. Taking care of plants helps them stay strong.

Question: What is the central idea?
Answer: Plants need sunlight, water, and air to grow.

Answer: Plants need sunlight, water, and air to grow.

200

It rained all night, so the ground was very wet in the morning. Because of the rain, puddles formed everywhere.

Question: What is the text structure?

Answer: Cause and Effect

200

Kids should play outside every day. Playing outside helps them stay healthy and strong.

Question: What is the author’s claim? What is one piece of evidence?
Answer:

Claim: Kids should play outside every day.
Evidence: It helps them stay healthy and strong.

300

Type of poem 

There once was a cat from Peru,
Who dreamed he could fly like a shoe.
He jumped off a chair,
And soared through the air,
Then landed and said, “I still flew!

300

She is as fast as a cheetah.

simile 

300

Passage:
Recycling helps reduce waste. It also keeps our environment clean and saves resources. Everyone can help by recycling at home.

Question: What is the central idea?

Answer: Recycling helps the environment.

300

Cats and dogs are both popular pets. Cats like to be alone, while dogs enjoy being around people.

Question: What is the text structure?

Answer: Compare and Contrast

300

Reading books is important because it helps you learn new words. It can also improve your imagination.

Question: What is the author’s claim? What is one piece of evidence?

Answer:
Claim: Reading books is important.
Evidence: It helps you learn new words. (or improves imagination)

400

What type of poem is 5-7-5 

haiku

400

“Break the ice. is what type of figurative language 

idiom 

400

Reading every day can make you a better reader. It helps you learn new words and understand stories. Practice makes reading easier.

Question: What is the central idea?

Answer: Reading every day helps you improve.

400

Many students were late to school because the bus broke down. The problem was solved when another bus came to pick them up.

Question: What is the text structure?

Answer: Problem and Solution

400

Recycling should be done by everyone. It helps reduce trash and keeps the Earth clean.

Question: What is the author’s claim? What is one piece of evidence?

Answer:
Claim: Everyone should recycle.
Evidence: It reduces trash and keeps the Earth clean.

500

Name the 4 poem types 

Free verse, Rhymed verse. haiku , limerick 

500

compares thigs NOT using like or as 

metaphor 

500

Bees are important because they help pollinate plants. This helps fruits and vegetables grow. Without bees, many plants would not survive.

Question: What is the central idea?

Answer: Bees are important because they help plants grow.

500

A volcano is a mountain that can erupt. It has a crater at the top and can release lava, ash, and gas.

Question: What is the text structure?

Answer: Description

500

Passage:
Pets make great companions. They can make people feel less lonely and more happy.

Question: What is the author’s claim? What is one piece of evidence?

Answer:
Claim: Pets make great companions.
Evidence: They help people feel less lonely and happier.