Word of the Day
Define Persevere.
To continue working toward a goal even when something is difficult or challenging.
What do readers use to support an inference?
Text Clues + Background Knowledge
Define Theme.
The central message or lesson an author wants readers to learn from a story.
What word means, “To carefully examine something to better understand it.”
Analyze
Which sentence best explains why Roger stays in Mrs. Jones' apartment instead of running away?
A. He begins to trust Mrs. Jones and wants to earn her respect.
B. He is afraid she will lock the door.
C. He wants another meal.
D. He is waiting for the police.
A. He begins to trust Mrs. Jones and wants to earn her respect.
True or False.
A theme, “includes specific references to the plot or characters”
False
Which vocabulary word best completes the sentence?
Readers use clues from the text to __________ why a character acts a certain way.
A. Persevere
B. Infer
C. Compare
D. Organize
B. Infer
Which conclusion is best supported by evidence from all three texts ("My Name," "Thank You, Ma'am," and "The Scholarship Jacket")?
A. Difficult experiences can reveal important qualities about a person's character.
B. Adults are responsible for solving every problem children face.
C. A person's identity is shaped only by the opinions of others.
D. Success depends primarily on money and opportunity.
A. Difficult experiences can reveal important qualities about a person's character.
What is the difference between theme and topic?
A topic is one word,
A theme is a complete statement/ lesson ( message )
Which sentence demonstrates inferencing, not summarizing?
A. Martha overhears the teachers discussing the scholarship jacket.
B. Martha earns the highest grades in her class and expects to receive the scholarship jacket.
C. Martha is probably worried because she overhears adults discussing whether she deserves the jacket.
C. Martha is probably worried because she overhears adults discussing whether she deserves the jacket.
Which statement best compares the authors' development of Roger and Martha?
A. Both characters begin their stories confident but become uncertain by the end.
B. Both characters face a challenge that reveals important qualities about their character.
C. Both characters achieve their goals because someone else solves their problems.
D. Both characters change the opinions of every adult around them.
B. Both characters face a challenge that reveals important qualities about their character.
Name two more facts that a theme DOES NOT include.
Does use “you”
Never a question
Which character from our reading best demonstrates perseverance? Explain
Martha continues to work hard and show integrity in school even when the scholarship jacket situation seems unfair.
Which character best represents The Power of One?
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What is the summer theme? Can you explain what it means?
“Power of One, Strength of Us All”
One choice can make a difference.
One person's actions can inspire others.
We build stronger communities when we respect one another.