Raymond's Run
tube on a submarine that raises and lowers to show objects on the water's surface
periscope
few in number; not common
scarce
Restate the question: Why do birds fly south for the winter?
Birds fly south for the winter because...
to write the exact words of a text
cite
What is the setting of Raymond's Run?
The setting of Raymond's run is the city and track and field.
likely
liable
devoted to learning
studious
Restate the question: Why did Jane get angry at Joe?
Jane got angry at Joe because...
an idea formed using the text and background knowledge
inference
tough, strong, brave, hard-worker, good sister, protective, etc.
unusually talented person
prodigy
loving
affectionate
Restate: How did the bee get to the hive?
The bee got to the hive by...
words or sentences of a text used to support a reader's answer
Why did the father start to like Old Ben?
The father started to like Old Ben because he helped kill the mice that ate the corn.
widely held opinion about someone, whether good or bad
reputation
interior dividing wall
partition
Explain how you cite evidence
You cite evidence by first using a sentence starter such as, "According to the text" then you write the exact words from the text by using quotation marks.
an opinion formed after thinking about a text
conclusion
Why is Old Ben different from other snakes?
Old Ben is different from other snakes because he is kind and affectionate. He didn't bite the boy at first. He also doesn't eat the chicken in the barn, he only eats the mice.
something said or done merely as formality
gesture
tormented by something just out of reach
tantalized
Why is it important to cite evidence?
It is important to cite evidence because it supports your answer and makes your answer stronger.
a close study of something, like a text, to understand its parts
analysis
Which is your favorite story and why?
My favorite story is __________ because ___________.