The definition of main idea.
What the story is mostly about.
What is character trait?
how a character is on the inside
Our hockey team was far superior to any other team in the league. We had not lost a game yet! What does "superior" mean?
the best/better than the rest.
Abby doesn't mind doing chores. Sometimes she does them without even being asked. She also helps her little sister do her homework. What type of person is Abby?
helpful
Every day for two weeks, Gabby asked if it was her birthday yet. She was looking forward to her party. On the day before the party, she kept asking if it was time every few hours. How was Gabby feeling?
What is impatient.
The boy lingered in the stands after the concert. He was hoping to watch the band members pack up. What does "lingered" mean?
to stay around.
Jackson always says please when asking for something and thank you when he receives what he asked for. What character trait does Jackson show?
polite
Keep your speech concise to save time. We have many students who need to present their reports. What does "concise" mean?
short.
Heather is always interested in what people are doing. She is always excited to know and learn new things. What character trait does Heather show?
curious
Jason's mom worked hard for what they had. His father passed away years ago, and their tiny apartment on the third floor seemed to get smaller every day. Every day that he went to school, he was jealous of the fancy clothes other kids had. That night he talked to his mom and understood their situation. He then watched the news and saw how others had less than him. What is a possible theme for this story?
What is Be thankful for what you have.
The auditorium looks like it is filled to capacity. I don't think we will find an empty seat. What does "capacity" mean?
the largest amount possible or a lot of
Lisa had always loved cats. If she or her mom found a lost cat, they would always take it in. until someone claimed it. Several owners never showed up, so Lisa and her family just kept the cats. Every summer, she volunteered at the humane society and instead of birthday presents, she always asked people to donate to the local dog shelter. The reader can infer that Lisa is...
compassionate or she cares