Text Structure
In a story about how a plant grows, it starts with a seed being planted in the ground. Then, the seed gets water and sunlight. Next, the seed sprouts into a small plant. After that, the plant grows leaves and flowers. Finally, the plant produces new seeds. What is the structure of this text?
Chronology
When a man almost crashed into her on his skateboard, Jackie just smiled. "Don't worry about it!" she said.
Based on these sentences, how is Jackie probably feeling?
Cheerful
A type of figurative language that uses "like" or "as" to make a comparison
Simile
Use the text to put the events in order.
Some kinds of materials change color when their temperature changes. The metal iron is one such material. In its normal state, iron is a gray-black color. When heated, though, it begins to change colors. First, when it reaches about 1750 degrees Fahrenheit, iron will turn red. Then, when it reaches about two thousand degrees Fahrenheit, it will turn yellow. Finally, at even higher temperatures, iron will turn white.
Iron turns red, then yellow, then white
In a persuasive text, the author's main point or what they want the reader to believe is called the...?
Claim
The passage explains why exercise is important for health. It starts by describing the problem of not getting enough physical activity. Then, it explains how exercise can improve health by strengthening muscles and bones, and reducing the risk of diseases. Finally, it suggests different types of exercises that people can do. What is the structure of this text?
Problem & Solution
Michael cradled the injured bird carefully in his cupped hand. Based on this sentence, what is Michael probably like?
Kind
Identify the type of figurative langauge. "The radio stopped singing and stared at me."
Personification
Look at these details from a paragraph about the same topic:
You can eat whole sunflower seeds or put them in snack bars. Sunflower seeds can be made into a spread like peanut butter. Sunflower oil comes from the seeds and can be used in baking recipes.
Choose the main, or central, idea that ties all the details together.
sunflower seeds are a useful food source
If an author claims that "Recycling helps the Earth," and provides the evidence that "Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV for three hours," how does this evidence help prove the claim?
It proves that recycling saves energy, which is good for the Earth.
Thanks to modern technology, we're seeing self-driving cars on the roads. To make self-driving cars possible, engineers had to solve several issues. For example, how could they stop the car from hitting anything? One answer is cameras. Special cameras let the cars "see" traffic lights and "read" road signs. The cars also use lasers, or special light beams. By bouncing these beams of light off the curb, the car can sense where it is on the road. This can also help it avoid crashes. Which text structure does the text use?
Problem & Solution
What does level mean in this sentence?
Let's set up the tent here because the ground is level.
a flat, even surface
Identify the type of figurative language. "You could have knocked me over with a feather."
Hyperbole
Look at these details from a paragraph about the same topic:
Treats are used to teach a falcon to come to the trainer's glove. A training line is used to teach falcons to fly back to the trainer for a treat. Trainers teach falcons to capture prey and bring it back for a large reward.
Choose the main, or central, idea that ties all the details together.
treats are an important part of falcon training
Read the following passage:
"Vegetables are important for a healthy body. For example, carrots contain Vitamin A, which helps keep your eyes healthy."
Identify the specific piece of evidence used to support the reason that vegetables keep you healthy.
Carrots contain Vitamin A.
Read the text. Until recently, the six-foot-long jumbo squid was rarely seen north of California. Why, then, have they expanded their range as far north as Alaska? It turns out the weather is to blame. Warmer ocean temperatures led to lower levels of nutrients in the waters where the squid usually hunt. That resulted in lower numbers of the squid's prey, such as fish and crabs. Due to the lack of food, many of the squid are swimming north in search of cooler waters and more food. Which text structure does the text use?
Cause & Effect
During a classroom discussion, Mia shares her idea about how to solve a math problem. She listens carefully to others and adds to their suggestions. What does this show about Mia?
She is collaborative
Identify the type of figurative language. "Betty bought butter but the butter was bitter."
Alliteration
The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, are famous for their invention of the first successful airplane. In 1903, they flew their plane, the Flyer, in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Before this success, they experimented with many different designs. They carefully observed how birds flew and applied this knowledge to their inventions. The brothers faced many challenges, including understanding how to control the aircraft. Their hard work and determination led to a breakthrough that changed the world. What was the main reason the Wright brothers were able to invent the first successful airplane?
They carefully studied how birds fly, and they applied their observations to their designs
Read this short paragraph:
"Everyone should wear a helmet while biking. Helmets protect your brain from injury during a fall. Also, many cities have laws that say you must wear one."
What is one reason the author gives to support wearing a helmet?
Helmets protect your brain from injury.
he text describes the events leading up to the American Civil War. It starts with the issue of slavery dividing the northern and southern states. Next, it explains how the election of Abraham Lincoln led to southern states seceding from the Union. Finally, it describes how the conflict escalated into a full-scale war. What is the structure of this text?
Chronology
In Text 1, you read about the different layers of the rainforest. Text 2 describes the animals that live in each layer. How do these texts together give you a better understanding of rainforest ecosystems?
The show the connection between rainforest layers and animal habitats
Identify the type of figurative language. "Kick the bucket."
Idiom
The discovery of fire was a turning point in human history. Early humans learned to create and control fire, which provided warmth, protection, and a way to cook food. Fire also allowed them to see in the dark and helped them to develop new tools and techniques. How did the discovery of fire benefit early humans?
It provided warmth, protection, and a way to cook food.
An author claims that "Gardening is a great hobby." They provide evidence that "Plants produce oxygen." Explain how the fact that plants produce oxygen supports the idea that gardening is a great hobby.
It shows that gardening helps the environment, which makes it a helpful and rewarding activity.