Plot & Character
What is the difference between internal and external conflict? Give an example of each.
Internal conflict = struggle within a character (ex: guilt, fear). External conflict = struggle with outside force (ex: villain, nature).
What inference can you make if a character slams a door and avoids eye contact?
The character is likely angry, upset, or hiding something.
Which words should be capitalized in this sentence?
on saturday, my cousin visited washington, d.c.
On, Saturday, Washington, D.C.
What is the difference between a theme and a central idea?
Theme = lesson or message; Central Idea = what the text is mostly about
Which text feature best explains the meaning of bolded vocabulary words?
A glossary or footnote.
How can a story’s climax reveal the theme instead of just resolving conflict?
The climax shows the character’s decision or change, which often reveals the author’s message about life.
A text describes a character “folding and unfolding a letter repeatedly.” What can be inferred?
They are anxious, nervous, or struggling with a difficult decision.
Why are titles of books and movies capitalized differently from sentences?
To show they are proper nouns and to highlight importance.
What is the “central idea” of an informational text?
The most important point the text makes about a topic.
Why might an author use a timeline instead of a paragraph to show historical events?
Answer: A timeline clearly shows sequence and cause-effect relationships.
In a story, two characters face the same problem but respond differently. What can readers infer about their character traits?
Their responses reveal contrasting traits such as courage vs. fear, selfishness vs. generosity.
If a narrator says, “She smiled as the trophy was handed to her rival,” what layered inference can be drawn?
Outwardly she appears polite, but inwardly she may feel jealous, bitter, or resentful.
Correct this sentence: we read the poem “still i rise” by maya angelou.
We read the poem “Still I Rise” by Maya Angelou.
A fable ends with the line “Slow and steady wins the race.” What is the theme?
Perseverance and patience lead to success.
What is the purpose of a heading?
To tell what a section of text is about.
What two things make up the exposition of a story?
The characters and setting are introduced.
Character sighs deeply, slouches, and mutters to themselves after receiving a test grade. What can you infer about their reaction to the grade?
They are probably disappointed and worried about their performance.
Why must months, days of the week, and holidays be capitalized?
They are proper nouns referring to specific times or events.
If an article explains how recycling benefits the environment and provides statistics, what is the central idea?
Recycling helps protect the environment and is important for the planet.
What text feature explains the meaning of unknown words or phrases?
Footnotes
In a story, how might the setting affect the character’s actions?
The setting can create challenges or opportunities that shape what the character decides to do.
Why is it important to use textual evidence when making inferences
It ensures the inference is grounded in the text, not just opinion.
Rewrite correctly: in southern california, dr. alvarez met professor lee at the park.
In Southern California, Dr. Alvarez met Professor Lee at the park.
How do details in a story help you figure out its theme?
A. The details show how characters grow, what problems they face, and what lesson is learned.
B. The details explain where and when the story takes place and how the setting changes.
C. The details describe every event in the story exactly as it happens from start to finish.
D. The details focus on what the characters say and do without showing how they change.
A. The details show how characters grow, what problems they face, and what lesson is learned.
How do timelines in an informational text help readers compare and contrast different time periods?
They let readers see events in order, so they can compare what was happening at the same time and contrast how events or changes were different in each period.