Text Structure
Which organization pattern is begin used? The Titanic was built in Belfast, Ireland over the course of three years. It cost 7.5 million dollars and took 3,000 men to build the 882 foot ship. Watertight compartments made it “unsinkable” in the event of a collision, and the four funnels were made to make the ship look more grand than most ships of the time.
What is description?
For the project, the teacher said the design was inalterable, but the color could be changed. Using the antonym clue, the word inalterable in this sentence means
changeable /able to be changed
Alex ran all the way home from school. "Mom!" he shouted as soon as he opened the door, "Look!" He handed his mother some papers. "You were right, all that studying really did pay off!" he said excitedly. What was on the papers?
What is a good grade?
Alice’s aunt ate apples and acorns around August.
What is alliteration?
The lesson learned, the central idea or message of a work
What is theme?
Which text structure is being used? When you make the choice to bring home an exotic pet, you must consider the pros and cons. Buying an exotic pet is fun and exciting, and you will be different than most of your friends and neighbors. When you choose an exotic pet, be prepared to pay more for veterinary care since fewer vets know how to take care of these pets. If you want an unusual pet, you must also make sure they are legal where you live. If they are not, your exotic pet could be confiscated from your home and taken to live in an approved shelter.
What is cause and effect?
The lead dog was so incompetent that he had to be replaced by one that was more useful to the pack. Using the antonym clue, the word incompetent in this sentence means
useless
"Ouch!" Lucy had fallen again! She shivered and picked herself back up. Then she spotted her older sister Sarah, gliding backwards. She was so graceful. Sarah made everything look so easy. What is Lucy doing?
What is skating?
The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky.
What is personification?
A character trait used to describe someone who doesn't give up easily
determined
What organization pattern is being used? When flu season begins in the fall, staying healthy can become a challenge. Missing out on work and play is never on anyone’s to-do list, so avoid the flu by following a few simple steps. Some people get the flu vaccine to prevent illness. Steer clear of the bug by washing your hands with warm water and soap several times a day. The less you touch your nose, mouth, and eyes, the less likely you are to come down with the flu.
What is problem and solution?
The young man had a robust appearance; that is, strong and healthy. Using the synonym clue, the word robust in this sentence means
strong; healthy
Derek ran up the court, "I'm open!" he yelled toward the boy with the ball. The boy passed the ball to Derek and he made his shot! The crowd cheered as two more points were added to the scoreboard. What game was Derek playing?
What is basketball?
He sank like an anchor in the sea.
What is a simile?
Clues that tell the reader the events that will happen later in the story
Foreshadow
Which origination patter is being used? Even though both Disney World and Disney Land were built by Walt Disney himself, they are not the same theme park. Built in 1971 in Orlando, Florida, The main park at Disney World, The Magic Kingdom, features a huge Cinderella Castle. Disney Land, on the other hand, was built in 1955 in California, and features Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. While Disney World has four different theme parks, Disney Land only has two. Even with their differences, they are both popular tourist destinations for children and adults!
What is compare and contrast?
Ashley stared at the newest style of jeans in the catalog. She just had to have them. Her birthday money was not quite enough to cover the expense. Although she didn't want to grovel, she decided to plead with her parents for the money to buy them. Using the synonym clue, the word grovel in this sentence means
plead; beg
Splat! "Oh, rats!" thought Katie as she stooped to clean up the mess. "I hope we have another one." She looked in the fridge and pulled out the carton. One left! Breakfast wasn't ruined after all. What did Katie clean up?
What is an egg?
I am so hungry I could eat a horse.
What is hyperbole?
A character trait that describes someone who has sympathy for others
Compassionate/Caring/Nurturing
what organization pattern is being used? When a wildfire breaks out, there are several steps to stopping it before it can spread further, called wildfire suppression. First, teams attack the fire by applying fire retardant on flames and around unscathed areas. This prevents the treated land from catching fire when the fire travels that direction. Then, firefighters on the ground fight fire with water, by removing as much fuel as they can (like leaves, furniture, or anything else that may catch fire), and by digging trenches that flames can’t jump. When the flames go out, firefighters “mop up” the land by cooling areas that are still smoldering.
What is sequential?
Ms. Trangle explained to her math class how fractions divide a whole into different parts. Hawa, as a good math student, CLEAVED the pie chart into eight pieces. Using context clues, what does cleaved mean?
to cut into parts
Cody knew he was in big trouble. He looked glumly at the math test on the desk in front of him. The door opened and Mr. Anders came into the office. "I've called your parents and they are on their way" he said. Why is Cody in trouble?
What is cheating?
It's raining cats and dogs.
What is idiom?
List the 5 parts of the plot diagram.
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution