Compare and Contrast Points of View
Text Evidence and Inferences
Theme
Literary Summary
Text Structure - Problem/Solution
100

If two characters tell the same story but describe it very differently, what does that show about their points of view?

It shows they have different perspectives, thoughts, or feelings about the same event.

100

What is text evidence?

Details or words from the text that support your answer.

100

What is a theme in a story?

The lesson or message the author wants to share.

100

What does it mean to summarize a story?

To retell the most important parts in your own words.

100

What does “problem and solution” text structure mean?

The author describes an issue and how it can be fixed.

200

Why might an author choose to tell a story from more than one point of view?

To show different perspectives and help the reader understand all sides of the story.

200

If a character is shivering and wrapping a blanket around themselves, what can you infer?

It is cold.

200

If a story shows characters working together to solve a problem, what could the theme be?

Teamwork or cooperation.

200

Name the 5 key elements to include in a summary.

Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then.

200

What is one clue word that might show a problem in a text?

Problem, issue, trouble, or challenge.

300

In a story, one character thinks the trip is exciting. Another thinks it’s boring. What does this tell us about the points of view?

They have different opinions or perspectives.

300

Read this line: “She smiled as she opened the letter.” What can you infer she is feeling?

Happy or excited.

300

A poem is about a child learning to never give up. What is the theme?

Perseverance.

300

Why is it important not to include every detail in a summary?

A summary only includes the most important parts.

300

What is one clue word that might show a solution in a text?

Solution, solve, answer, or fix.

400

How can two characters in the same story have different points of view about the same event?

They may have different feelings, experiences, or information.

400

Why is it important to use text evidence in your answers?

It shows your answer is based on the text, not just your opinion.

400

How is theme different from the main idea?

Theme is the message; main idea is what the story is mostly about.

400

What should you leave out of a summary?

Extra details, opinions, or small events.

400

Why do authors use a problem and solution structure?

To explain a problem and how it can be resolved.

500

In a story, one chapter is told by a young boy and another by his grandmother. How does this help the reader?

It helps the reader understand different thoughts and feelings about the same events.

500

How can you tell if an inference is correct?

It makes sense and is supported by details in the text.

500

What clues help you figure out the theme of a story?

Character actions, how problems are solved, and what the characters learn.

500

After reading a story, how do you decide what details to include in your summary?

Choose the most important events that tell who the main character is, what they wanted, the problem, and how it was solved.

500

Read this: “Many students were distracted by noise. The school added noise-reducing panels.” What is the problem and solution?


    •  Students were distracted by noise. Solution: The school added noise-reducing panels.