Text Structure
The text is split into two parts. One part presents a problem and the other part gives the solution to the problem. Look for the following words
*problem *solution * solve *plan
What is problem and solution
The theme of a passage or story?
What is she felt trapped in her own home
Kerosene comes from a process that alters crude oil or petroleum to form something that can be lit safely.
What is a synonym for the word “alters?”
What is changes.
Place the correct pronoun in the blank:
What is I.
To make guacamole, cut avocados in half lengthwise. Remove the pits and scoop out the flesh out of the skin. Next, add all the solid ingredients: cilantro, scallions, cut tomatoes. Then, add the spices: 2 TBS freshly squeezed lime juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp of ground pepper. Finally, blend with a fork until the mix is just a little lumpy.
What is sequence/chronological order
Kyle was really struggling in his reading class. He just couldn’t seem to get the figurative language concepts that his teacher was teaching about. He asked his teacher for help, but Mr. Carson was busy helping other students. Finally, Kyle’s classmate, Simon, offered to teach Kyle the reading lessons. Later in the week, Simon was feeling frustrated in math class. Mrs. Smith’s lessons about coordinates were so confusing to Simon. Luckily, Kyle was a math whiz! Kyle happily sat down with Simon and taught him all about coordinates! It’s a good thing, because each boy made honor roll that quarter!
What is cooperation is the key to success
The bridge’s lights twinkled like a million tiny stars in the darkness of the night.
What is it shows the brightness of the lights
“I demand that you bring your plate into the kitchen before you go anywhere," she nodded toward the door.
What is a synonym for the word “demand?”
What is insist/require.
Jarod knew that he was going to pass the test because he studied for it.
What is test.
Oranges, like lemons, are citrus fruits. Orange trees grow much taller than lemon trees and can reach a height of around 20 feet. There are many sweet varieties of oranges, unlike lemons which are always sour. Oranges are used in different dishes and to make orange juice, just like lemons are used to make lemon juice. Orange juice is a favorite drink of many people around the world. Like the juice of lemons, the juice of oranges is a very good source of Vitamin C, which is important for good health. Marmalade is also a popular product made from oranges.
What is compare and contrast
Everyone knew that Howard was the meanest kid in sixth grade. He was known to push around kids in the lower grades at school. One day as he was teasing a fourth grader, he felt a firm hand on his shoulder. “Ouch,” cried Howard. “Stop!” Howard looked over his shoulder to see who was touching him. It was an eighth grader named Sam. “How does it feel, Howard?” Sam asked while squeezing Howard’s shoulder. “Ummm…not so good,” Howard whimpered. “Well, the next time I see you teasing a kid, I’ll be back and it won’t be pleasant!” Sam shouted as Howard ran away with tears in his
What is "What goes around, come around"
The tornado darted through the town like a stealthy cat chasing a mouse.
What is a cat
An antonym is a word that means nearly the opposite of another word. Which word in the passage is an antonym for the word defeat?
The Battle of Bunker Hill occurred on June 17, 1775 near Boston, Massachusetts. In this important battle, colonists with very little experience in warfare fought against the superior British army. Although the colonists did not win the battle, they caused significant damage to the British. This encouraged the colonists to continue and finally triumph over their enemy.
What is Triumph.
Which pronoun best completes this sentence?
Marie and I gulped the last bit of ice cream before _______ headed off to the library
What is we.
The writer places events in the order in which they happen. Look for the following words and phrases.
first, then, next, finally, a few minutes later, before
afterward, meanwhile, last year
What is sequence/chronological order
Once there was a monkey that found a jar full of cookies. Instantly, the monkey put his hand in the jar. He grabbed as many cookies as he could possibly hold. He wanted them all. But, there was one problem. When he tried to pull out his hand, he couldn’t get his hand out. His hand was too wide and full with cookies. Unwilling to lose the cookies, and yet unable to withdraw his hand, the monkey burst into tears
What is "Don't be greedy"
Mrs. Gregory’s classroom is an ice box!
What is very cold
It is estimated that 1 in every 250,000 penguins might have some dark feathers where the feathers are typically white.
Which word is an antonym for typically?
What is rarely/unusually.
Fill in the blank with the correct pronoun.
“Albert doesn’t want to come to the party with ______,” I said sadly
What is me.
There have been many car accidents on the corner of Elm Street and Main Street. Currently, there is a stop sign on that corner. However, many drivers have not seen it. People who work at the city plan to replace the stop sign with a traffic light. City workers hope a new traffic light will solve this problem and that there will be fewer accidents.
What is problem and solution
Madison was a bit of a packrat. She just couldn’t bear getting rid of her treasured collections. However, they were beginning to take over her room. One day, her mother had had enough with Madison’s messy room. “Go upstairs, clean your room, and don’t come out until it’s done.” Madison followed her mother’s instructions until her friend called. Everyone was going to the mall, and Madison wanted to go. Since Madison knew she should clean her room first, she quickly shoved everything under her bed. Then, she headed out to the mall with her friends. That night, she needed to find her homework, but in her “clean” room, she couldn’t find it anywhere!
What is "A thing worth doing, is worth doing correctly"
I can run like a cheetah on the Serengeti!
What is very fast
Which word in the passage is an antonym for the word ordinary?
Randy met his new neighbor, Mr. Raab. Randy learned that Mr. Raab is an outstanding person. Mr. Raab is a Holocaust survivor from Poland. In 1945, he came to the United States. Soon after, he joined the U.S. Navy. In 2005, he survived Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans where he waited for several exhausting days in his horrifying apartment to be rescued. Randy knew that he would enjoy getting to know Mr. Raab and hearing his humbling stories.
What is outstanding.
Fill in the blank with the correct pronoun.
What is their.