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Author's Purpose
Organization
100
This clue tells why something happened. It includes examples like "because," "therefore," and "this made,"
What is "Why" clue
100
One thing you'll need to keep warm is a _______. This SOFT, HEAVY COVERING will keep you warm in bed on cold winter nights.
What is "like" clue
100
Cartoons are drawings that tell stories or give messages. Most cartoons make people laugh. Some are serious. Many of them teach important lessons. They make people _______. Sometimes the drawings alone have meanings. More often words are added to help make the meanings clear. A. Sleep B. Work C. Think D. Cry E. Lie
What is C. Think
100
What is the author's purpose? Dogs are the very best pets. They are loving and loyal friends. You can teach them to do fun tricks. You can play with them outside. Everybody should get a pet dog.
What is TO PERSUADE
100
Apples and oranges are both fruits, which means that they have seeds inside of them. Each has a skin, but orange skins are thick and easy to peel. Apple skins are thinner and do not peel easily. Oranges also contain more acid than apples, but both fruits are delicious. How was this organized? A. MAIN IDEA & DETAILS B. CAUSE & EFFECT C. COMPARE & CONTRAST D. PROBLEM & SOLUTION E. SEQUENCE
What is C. Compare and Contrast
200
This clue tells something that is the opposite of the missing words. Clue words are "other" "however" and "instead."
What is "different" clue
200
I HAD A SORE THROAT AND A HEADACHE, so I made myself some ________ for lunch.
What is "most likely" clue
200
The potato plants grow to be from one to three feet tall, and they bear white or purple flowers shaped like wheels. When the tops of the plants have dried out, the potatoes are still under the ground. They are ready to be ________ up. A. Dug B. Burned C. Torn D. Pasted E. Cut
What is A. Dug
200
Rabbit thought turtle was slow, so he challenged the turtle to a race. During the race, rabbit was so far ahead that he fell asleep. In the end, turtle won the race. What is the author's purpose?
What is TO ENTERTAIN
200
The dodo bird used to roam in large flocks across America. Interestingly, the dodo wasn’t afraid of a gun shot. Because of this, hunters would kill entire flocks at once. After a while, there were no dodos left and they had become extinct. How was this organized? A.TOPIC & DESCRIPTION B. CAUSE & EFFECT C. COMPARE & CONTRAST D. PROBLEM & SOLUTION E. SEQUENCE
What is B. Cause and Effect
300
This clue is a word that is "just like" the missing word. It means the same thing as the missing word.
What is "like" clue
300
Katie WANTED TO GET GOOD GRADES ON HER TEST, SO SHE decided to _________ for many hours.
What is "why" clue
300
Roller-skating is as not as old as ice-skating. It was probably started by people who wanted to skate but couldn't. They didn't have any ________. Instead of blades, people used two or more wheels of wood attached in a line. Later some of these wheels were made of metal. They were fastened to the front and back of a frame that fit under the shoe. A. land B. rain C. heat D. ice E. time
What is D. ice
300
There are many different types of cats in the world. They come in many colors and sizes. They can be found in many countries as well. What is the author's purpose?
What is TO INFORM
300
Eating cereal is easy. First, get out your materials. Next, pour your cereal in the bowl, add milk, and enjoy. How was this organized? A. MAIN IDEA & DETAILS B. CAUSE & EFFECT C. COMPARE & CONTRAST D. PROBLEM & SOLUTION E. SEQUENCE
What is E. Sequence
400
This clue is when there is a list of words that belong in a group, and the missing word also belongs in that group.
What is "part" clue
400
I was wearing a WINTER COAT to keep warm. BUT, Jack was only wearing a ________.
What is "different" clue
400
Even though seals have noses, they have a very poor sense of smell. Some have long, rounded noses. All seals can close their noses when they swim under water. This is important when they ________. A. dive B. hunt C. eat D. float E. talk
What is A. Dive
400
Florida is the 22nd largest state based on land area. It is the fourth largest state based on population. The state nickname is the Sunshine State. That may explain why so many people live in Florida. In 1845 it became the 27th state admitted to the Union. The capital of Florida is Tallahassee. Is the author's purpose to: A. inform you about Florida B. persuade you to move to Florida C. tell a funny story about Florida.
What is A. inform you about Florida
400
By Monday night, the town of Chicago was burning. People described it as terrible, but amazing. The flames were brighter than anything they had ever seen. The harsh winds swept the fire across the city with terrible speed. For many who watched, it was a sight to remember for the rest of their lives. How was this organized? A. MAIN IDEA & DETAILS B. CAUSE & EFFECT C. COMPARE & CONTRAST D. PROBLEM & SOLUTION E. SEQUENCE
What is A. Main idea and details
500
This clue tells a situation where you have to decide what you think would PROBABLY happen in this situation.
What is "Most Likely" clues
500
I bought FLOUR, SUGAR, SALT, BUTTER, and EGGS to make chocolate chip cookies. I had to follow the _______ very closely so I knew what to put in them!
What is "part" clue
500
Parts of milk are made into many things that have nothing to do with food. Among these are cold-water paints, face creams, buttons, combs, knife and brush handles, medicines, and toys. It has many more _______ than most people ever dream of. Think of that the next time you drink a glass of milk. A. seats B. uses C. pictures D. colors E. fun
What is B. uses
500
The Slim-O-Matic will cause you to loose pounds and inches from your body in one month. This amazing machine helps you to exercise correctly and provides an easy video to show you the proper way to exercise. Send $75.99 and begin exercising today. What is the author's purpose?
What is TO PERSUADE
500
Children at Park School were not getting along. Every day at recess, students would argue over the slides. Teachers had to spend time every day taking care of the arguments. Finally, one teacher came up with a great solution. She set a timer so that students could take turns and learn how to share the slides with each other, so everybody could enjoy the slides. How was this organized? A. MAIN IDEA & DETAILS B. CAUSE & EFFECT C. COMPARE & CONTRAST D. PROBLEM & SOLUTION E. SEQUENCE
What is D. Problem and Solution