LITERARY TEXT
What is the main conflict in a story?
The central problem the character faces
What is the main idea of a text?
The most important point the author makes
What is a synonym for "elated"?
Joyful
Correct this sentence: "She go to the market."
"She goes to the market."
What is a topic sentence?
The main idea of a paragraph
If a story’s mood is "hopeful," what does that mean?
The emotional tone makes the reader feel optimistic
Name an author’s purpose
to inform, persuade, entertain
What does the prefix "im-" mean (e.g., impossible)?
Not
Identify the verb: "The cat jumped over the fence."
Jumped
Name two things every paragraph needs.
Topic sentence and supporting details
How can the setting influence a story’s events?
It affects the characters’ actions or the plot (e.g., a storm creates danger)
What text structure would an author use to explain how an event causes something else?
Cause and effect
What is the antonym of "generous"?
Selfish
Fix the punctuation: "my brother loves soccer but he never practices"
My brother loves soccer, but he never practices.
Rewrite this sentence with correct grammar: "he run to the store"
He runs to the store.
Give an example of a theme (e.g., from Hatchet).
"Small acts of kindness can change everything"
If an author writes with a serious and urgent tone, what might they be trying to do?
Persuade the reader to take action or warn them
Use context clues to define "methodically": "She placed each book methodically."
Carefully and in order
Choose the correct possessive noun: "The dogs tail" or "The dog’s tail"?
The dog’s tail
What is the purpose of a conclusion sentence?
To summarize the paragraph or leave a final thought
How do authors build connections between characters?
Through dialogue, shared experiences, or conflicts
How do you find supporting details in a text?
Look for facts, examples, or quotes that explain the main idea
What does "pollination" mean?
Transfer of pollen to help plants reproduce
Fill in the blank with the correct verb tense: "If it ___ tomorrow, we will stay indoors."
Rains
Write a topic sentence for a paragraph about bees.
Example: "Honeybees are essential to our environment."