Author's Purpose
If you see these words: influence, convince, urge, or inspire, what is the author's purpose?
To persuade
Where is the hook usually found in a selection?
The beginning of the selection
What is the definition of sequential order?
A text structure that describes events in an order of steps.
What part of a story usually introduces the setting and characters?
Exposition or Introduction
What are the three wildcat ways?
Be responsible.
Be kind.
Be respectful.
What does PIE stand for in terms of author’s purpose?
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
What is the difference between a detail and a supporting detail?
A supporting detail backs up a detail, while a detail backs up a topic sentence.
What type of text structure states events in the order in which they occurred?
Chronological Order
What element of plot includes the main problem being resolved?
Resolution
What's the definition of onomatopoeia?
The formation of a word, as cuckoo, meow, honk, or boom, by imitation of a sound
A section in a history book describing the conditions and causes of the Great Depression in the Midwest in the 1930s is an example of something that is written to:
Inform
We use the details in the text to help us determine the implied main idea. Details are:
A. The author's purpose
B. The author's point of view
C. The who, what, where, why and how of the text
C. The who, what, when, where, why and how of the text
If you read “on the other hand, on the contrary, comparatively, or similarly” what type of text structure is it?
Compare and Contrast
Fill in the blank
Conflict
Name at least 5 City Year
Arielle
Vane
Vincent
Jenice/Nichol
Corey
Chasity
Tia
Faith
Chris
What was J. K. Rowling's purpose when she wrote Harry Potter?
To entertain
Identify a detail in the following selection:
Weather in Wisconsin has been especially fierce this week. It all began on Tuesday, when a a tornado swept through the St. Croix River Valley. Wednesday evening another tornado dropped down on the suburbs of Milwaukee. Then on Thursday evening, River Falls experienced a torrential rain that flooded the streets. Many are wondering what Wisconsin city will be next.
1. It all began on Tuesday, when a a tornado swept through the St. Croix River Valley.
2.Wednesday evening another tornado dropped down on the suburbs of Milwaukee.
3. Then on Thursday evening, River Falls experienced a torrential rain that flooded the streets.
What kind of text structure is a health poster showing the effects of not properly washing your hands?
cause and effect
What is the correct order of the elements of the plot diagram?
Introduction/Exposition, Rising Action, Conflict, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
Name the at least 3 ELA teachers at Rhodes
Mrs. Rodriguez
Mr. Green
Mrs. Pacheco
Ms. Harris
Ms. Sanchez
Although we know her as Cardi B, true fans know that the musician's real name is Belcalis Almanzar. Both names are Spanish translations of Arabic words. Belcalis is thought to be a reference to the Queen of Sheba, while Almanzar—from the Arabic “al mandhar”— apparently translates to “lookout point” or “watchtower.”
What was the author's purpose of writing this selection?
to inform
What is the main idea of this selection:
The rain began early in the morning. It fell as hard drops, one after another. The sky was full of dark purple clouds. Thunder began as a soft rumble and became louder and louder. Lightning crashed every few minutes, making the sky a brilliant white.
The storm was very strong.
An article that explains why littering is an issue and provides examples on how to decrease it around the world is written for what purpose?
To show the problem and possible solutions
Complete a plot diagram for Little Red Riding Hood.
Introduction: Little Red Riding Hood is at home and she is sent to her grandma's
Rising Action: The wolf holds her grandma hostage and dresses up as her.
Conflict: The wolf wants to eat Little Red Riding Hood.
Climax: Little Red Riding Hood encounters the wolf and he tries to eat her.
Falling Action: Little Red Riding Hood tires to escape.
Resolution: The woodcutter rescued Little Red Riding Hood.
Name three types of figures of speech:
simile
hyperbole
metaphor
onomatopoeia
personification
alliteration