Inferencing/Text Evidence
Chunk, Chew, Summarize
KWL/ EET
Description/Expanding Sentences
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True or False:
When you make an inference, you are making a guess without using any evidence from the text.
False-Making an inference means using clues from the text and your own knowledge to draw a logical conclusion.
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True or false:
The "chew" in "chunk, chew, summarize" means to eat something when you're hungry.
False-it means to have a discussion about the text
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True or false:
KWL stands for Know, What, Learned.
False- W means Want to know or wonder
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What is something you can add to expand your sentence and provide more details?
1. add an adjective
2. add a how
3. add a where
4. add a when
5. all of the above
5. all of the above
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Question:
What is the meaning of the word "jubilant" as used in the sentence below?
“After winning the championship, the team was jubilant, cheering and hugging each other in celebration.”
A) Angry
B) Sad
C) Joyful
D) Worried
c. joyful
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Question:
Read the following sentence:
“Maria walked into the room, her eyes wide and mouth slightly open as she stared at the broken vase on the floor.”
What can you infer about Maria?
A. She is angry about the mess.
B. She is surprised by what she sees.
C. She broke the vase herself.
D. She doesn’t care about the vase.
B. She is surprised by what she sees.
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Question: Chunking and Chewing
Read the passage below and answer the question.
“Sophie walked along the beach, her feet sinking into the wet sand with each step. The sound of the waves crashing against the shore was soothing, but the sky was growing darker. She glanced at the horizon, feeling a sense of unease. The storm clouds were moving in fast, and she knew it would be dangerous to stay out much longer.”
Which of the following is the best way to chunk this passage?
A. Chunk 1: Sophie walking along the beach. Chunk 2: The storm clouds are approaching.
B. Chunk 1: The sound of the waves. Chunk 2: Sophie’s feelings of unease about the storm.
C. Chunk 1: Sophie feels the sand. Chunk 2: The storm is coming quickly.
D. Chunk 1: Sophie hears the waves. Chunk 2: The sky is darkening.
B. Chunk 1: The sound of the waves. Chunk 2: Sophie’s feelings of unease about the storm.
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What is the EET (expanding expression tool) used for?
1. text evidence
2. inferencing
3. describing
4. none of the above
3. describing
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Which is a good way to show that someone is excited in your sentence?
1. Leaving the sentence the way it is
2. Saying "the girl was excited."
3. Putting "the girl jumped up and down with a high pitched voice."
4. None of the above
3. Putting "the girl jumped up and down with a high pitched voice."
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What is the main idea of the following passage?
“The moon hung high in the sky as the stars twinkled. The night air was cool, and the quiet of the evening seemed to make everything feel peaceful. I could hear only the sound of crickets chirping as I sat by the window, looking up at the beauty of the night.”
A) The sounds of the night are calming.
B) The moon and stars are the brightest in the sky.
C) The author enjoys sitting by the window.
D) The night is peaceful and beautiful.
D) The night is peaceful and beautiful.
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Question:
Read the following passage:
Liam stared out the window, watching the rain hit the glass in steady beats. He hadn’t spoken much since the phone call, and now he just sat there, silent, with his head resting in his hands.
Which sentence from the passage best supports the idea that Liam is feeling sad?
A. "Liam stared out the window, watching the rain hit the glass in steady beats."
B. "He hadn’t spoken much since the phone call."
C. "Now he just sat there, silent, with his head resting in his hands."
D. Both B and C
D. Both B and C
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Question: Summary
Read the passage below and answer the question.
“After weeks of practicing, Alex was ready for the big presentation. He had spent hours preparing, rehearsing his speech, and making sure his visuals were perfect. On the day of the presentation, his nerves were still high, but when he stepped in front of the class, he spoke clearly and confidently. By the end, his classmates gave him a round of applause.”
Which of the following is the best summary of the passage?
A. Alex practiced for weeks but still felt nervous. He gave his presentation, and the class applauded.
B. Alex spent hours preparing for his presentation. On the day, he was nervous but spoke confidently.
C. Alex practiced his speech and was nervous. He did a good job and received applause.
D. Alex practiced for the presentation and felt confident. The class liked it.
B. Alex spent hours preparing for his presentation. On the day, he was nervous but spoke confidently.
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What does the "do" in the EET mean?
1. what group does it belong to?
2. what does it look like?
3. What parts does it have?
4. What are some things it does or you can do with it?
4. What are some things it does or you can do with it?
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Which sentence uses one of the five senses to add detail?
1. The sound of waves crashing against the shore filled the air as I walked along the beach.
2. The waves hit the rocks roughly.
3. The girl wore a bright red bathing suit next to the waves.
4. The boy fell into the large, scary waves.
1. The sound of waves crashing against the shore filled the air as I walked along the beach.
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Which of the following words is the best synonym for the word "hesitate" as it is used in the sentence below?
“Before answering the question, Sarah paused for a moment, seeming to hesitate.”
A) Decide
B) Delay
C) Speak
D) Ignore
B) Delay
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Read the following passage:
“Ella’s heart raced as she approached the stage. The spotlight was blinding, and the audience’s eyes seemed to burn through her. She could hear her pulse in her ears as she gripped the microphone. This was her moment to shine, but she wasn’t sure she was ready.”
Question:
Based on the passage, what can you infer about Ella’s feelings before going on stage? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
Ella feels nervous and unsure about going on stage. The text says, "her heart raced" and "she could hear her pulse in her ears," which suggests she is anxious. Also, the phrase "she wasn’t sure she was ready" directly shows her uncertainty about the performance.
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When reading a long passage, it's important to break it into smaller sections, or "chunks," to better understand and remember the information. Read the following excerpt from a longer story:
“The wind howled through the trees, making the branches creak and groan. As Sarah walked along the path, she kept her eyes on the ground, not wanting to look up at the stormy sky. She had been hiking for hours and was starting to feel the weight of the cold air and the tiredness in her legs. The thick fog rolled in, making the trail difficult to see.”
Question:
If you were to chunk this passage into two parts, what would be the main idea of each chunk? Explain your answer.
The first chunk could focus on the stormy environment: "The wind howled through the trees, making the branches creak and groan," and "the stormy sky." This shows the harsh weather Sarah is walking through.
The second chunk could focus on Sarah’s exhaustion and the difficulty of the trail: "She had been hiking for hours" and "the thick fog rolled in, making the trail difficult to see." This shows how Sarah is feeling tired and how the environment is affecting her.
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Group: Youtube character/video
Do: He is flushed down a toiletLook Like: Big eyes, small pupils, long neck
Made from: skin, medal, pipes
Parts: eyes, nose, flusher, etc.
Where: bathroom
What else do you know? Ms. Schembri is creeped out by this.
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Original sentence:The puppy chewed the boy's sneakers.
Expanded sentence: The puppy angrily chewed the boy's sneakers.
What information is added to the expanded sentence?
1. where
2. when
3. adjective
4. how
4. how
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Which sentence from the passage best supports the idea that the character is nervous?
“Mia’s hands trembled as she held the letter, her breath quickening with every word she read.”
A) “Mia’s hands trembled.”
B) “She read the letter quickly.”
C) “The letter was from her best friend.”
D) “Her heart raced with excitement.”
A) “Mia’s hands trembled.”
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Passage:
“The storm had passed, and the once-dark sky was now filled with streaks of pink and orange as the sun began to set. Oliver sat on the porch, staring at the horizon. His coat was damp from the rain, but he didn’t seem to mind. He thought about the argument he had with his best friend earlier that day. The anger that had burned in him then had now cooled, replaced with a quiet sense of regret. The sound of birds returning to their nests reminded him of how quickly things could change.”
Question:
What can you infer about Oliver’s feelings after the storm? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
Oliver feels regretful and reflective after the storm. The text says, "The anger that had burned in him then had now cooled, replaced with a quiet sense of regret," which shows that his feelings have changed. Additionally, the peaceful setting with "the sound of birds returning to their nests" suggests that he is thinking about how quickly things can change, perhaps implying he is now considering the impact of the argument and wishing he had handled it differently.
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Passage:
“Lena had always been afraid of dogs. The loud barking, the wagging tails, and the way they would rush up to her made her uncomfortable. But today was different. She was standing in front of a large, friendly-looking golden retriever, who wagged his tail and gently nudged her hand with his nose. Hesitant at first, Lena slowly extended her hand, allowing the dog to sniff her. To her surprise, she didn’t feel afraid. In fact, she felt a little excited as the dog’s warm eyes met hers.”
Question:
What is a good summary of the passage in two to three sentences. Focus on the most important parts of the story.
Lena has always been afraid of dogs, but when she meets a friendly golden retriever, she decides to try and interact with him. To her surprise, she feels no fear and even begins to feel excited as the dog gently approaches her.
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Before reading the passage on the water cycle, complete the KWL chart below.
K (Know): What do you already know about the water cycle?
W (Want to Know): What do you want to learn about the water cycle?
L (Learned): After reading the passage, what did you learn about the water cycle?
Passage:
The water cycle describes the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. Water evaporates from lakes, rivers, and oceans, turning into vapor in the atmosphere. It condenses into clouds and eventually falls back to Earth as precipitation—rain, snow, or hail. The cycle is vital to replenishing water sources and supports life across the planet.
K (Know): Water evaporates and comes down as rain.
W (Want to Know): How does the water turn into vapor in the air?
L (Learned): Water evaporates from large bodies of water, turns into vapor, and then condenses into clouds before falling back to Earth as precipitation.
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Create an expanded sentence including where, when, and why with the sentence below:
Robert was mad at his friends.
Example:
In the evening, Robert was mad at his friends at the park because they wouldn't include him for their basketball game.
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Which of the following best describes the cause and effect in the sentence below?
“Because the thunderstorm caused a power outage, the lights in the house went out.”
A) The thunderstorm caused the lights to go out.
B) The lights went out because of a power outage.
C) The power outage caused a thunderstorm.
D) The thunderstorm was the effect of the power outage.
A) The thunderstorm caused the lights to go out.