Plot Structure
Zack loved running on the trail near his house. One morning he noticed a dog without a collar. Zach slowly walked over to the dog to see if the owner was around. As he approached the animal it turned and began to growl, showing its teeth. Zach stopped suddenly so he wouldn’t startle the dog. Just when the dog looked as though he was going to lunge at Zach, someone shouted, “Trey, come!” The dog relaxed and followed the man who called.
What is the rising action?
A. Zack’s run on the trail was ruined by a dog.
B. Zach slowly approached the dog.
C. The dog almost lunged at Zach. D. The owner called the dog away.
What is B.
Before Taylor was born, his father climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, a famous mountain in Africa. Taylor wanted to climb it when he was older. Taylor was now in 8th grade. His father said if his grades were good and his parent teacher conference went well he would take him that summer. Taylor worked extra hard that year getting all A’s on his final report card.
What was the author’s purpose in writing this story?
A To describe what it’s like to climb Kilimanjaro. B To persuade the reader to get good grades.
C To entertain the reader with a story about Africa.D To inform the reader by teaching them a lesson.
What is D.
Before Taylor was born, his father climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, a famous mountain in Africa. Taylor wanted to climb it when he was older. Taylor was now in 8th grade. His father said if his grades were good and his parent teacher conference went well he would take him that summer. Taylor worked extra hard that year getting all A’s on his final report card.
What is the theme?
A If you work hard it will pay off.
B If at first you don’t succeed try again.
C Those who wait will receive more.
D Taylor got the trip to Kilimanjaro.
What is A.
Many schools are making their students’ health a top priority. They are making changes. Vending machines that once held junk food and sugary treats now offer more healthy options. You may no longer see sodas or candy bars, but water and granola bars. Schools hope these small changes will inspire students to make healthier choices and prevent children from gaining too much weight.
It is likely that...
A soda does not contain sugar.
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It is likely that -
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these new choices are welcomed by students. students cannot afford vending machine snacks.
A soda does not contain sugar.
B.these new choices are welcomed by students.
C. Students cannot afford vending machine snacks.
D soda and candy are unhealthy choices.
What is D.
The Mask by Charlene Valladares
I look in the mirror at the beginning of each day,
and ask myself what mask I should place on my face today. No not the sad one it's too revealing,
I don't want to show the world my true feelings.
For the mask that you can see camouflages the true me.
It's my public face that I remove each night,
when I bare my soul the mirrors light.
It's the one meant for only my eyes to see it speaks of all my history. It tells of my youth and girlish ways,
my adolescence and my young woman’s dreams.
It tells of good times of which I had my share
of love lost and pain so hard to bear.
So I choose my mask so carefully, to cover the face that was given to me, the one that was meant for only my eyes to see.
In the poem the author compares her face to a mask. What is this an example of?
What is a metaphor.
Zack loved running on the trail near his house. One morning he noticed a dog without a collar. Zach slowly walked over to the dog to see if the owner was around. As he approached the animal it turned and began to growl, showing its teeth. Zach stopped suddenly so he wouldn’t startle the dog. Just when the dog looked as though he was going to lunge at Zach, someone shouted, “Trey, come!” The dog relaxed and followed the man who called.
What is the climax or turning point?
A. The dog relaxed and followed its owner.
B. Zach suddenly stopped.
C. Zach went for a run.
D Someone shouted, “Trey, come!"
What is D.
Rock, Paper, Scissors is sometimes used to reach a decision. Two players count to three as they pound one fist into the other, and then each extends a hand in the shape of one of three symbols: scissor (two-finger “V”), paper (flat hand), or rock (closed fist). These rules determine the winner: 1) scissor cuts paper; 2) paper covers rock; 3) rock breaks scissor.
What is the main purpose for writing this story?
A To explain how to play Rock, Paper, Scissors. B To tell people how to reach a decision. C To entertain the reader with an exciting way to reach a decision.
D To describe the hand symbols in Rock, Paper, Scissors.
What is A.
What is theme?
Theme is a lesson, moral or implied universal message.
Many schools are making their students’ health a top priority. They are making changes. Vending machines that once held junk food and sugary treats now offer more healthy options. You may no longer see sodas or candy bars, but water and granola bars. Schools hope these small changes will inspire students to make healthier choices and prevent children from gaining too much weight.
What important message is the author trying to get across.
A. All students need to eat healthier food.
B. Schools play an important role in helping students become more healthy.
C. All public schools need to offer better food choices.
D.Vending machines cause kids to gain too much weight.
What is C.
From A Birthday by Christina Rossetti
My heart is like a singing bird Whose nest is in a watered shoot;
My heart is like an apple-tree Whose boughs are bent with thickest fruit; My heart is like a rainbow shell
That paddles in a halcyon sea;
My heart is gladder than all these Because my love is come to me.
Which of the following is NOT a simile?
a. My heart is like a singing bird.
b. My heart is gladder than all these.
c. My heart is like an apple tree.
d. My heart is like a rainbow shell.
What is B.
As the referee blew the whistle Sarah’s heart beat rapidly in her chest. She knew the game was on the line. If she made this free throw her team would win the game. Sarah bounced the ball three times, got set, and followed through with her wrist. She watched as the ball hit the rim, bounced up against the backboard, and fell through the hoop. Sarah and her teammates jumped up and down. “We won,” Sarah thought, as her teammates ran in to hug her. “We won!”
What is the falling action?
A Sarah shot the basketball.
B. The ball bounced off the backboard.
C. Sarah’s teammates ran to hug her.
D Sarah was nervous since the game was on the line.
What is C.
Vote for me, Jason Miller 7th grade class president. I believe I will make an awesome president! Who’s tired of the cafeteria menu? And Sloppy Joes? Well, as class president I’ll make sure your voice is heard. Also, as a member of the basketball team, I’ll work hard to start fundraisers so we can finally get those new uniforms we’ve been hoping for. Finally, I’m a nice guy and that will make working with me a whole lot easier. Vote for me, Jason Miller 7th grade class president.
What is an opinion expressed in the passage?
What is cafeteria food is not tasty.
Name a theme that is present in one of the following movies:
Finding Nemo or Finding Dory
Beauty and the Beast
Rapunzel
The Little Mermaid
Answers will vary.
The Rodriguez family takes a vacation in a different state every year. Last summer they went to Florida. “I think the beach is the best place on earth,” Tara said. “It’s so beautiful!” Brian started to speak, “my favorite part is building...” “I love how warm it is and how the sun feels,” Allison interrupted.
We can conclude that Brain was able to say what?
What is sandcastles.
What type of poetry tells a story?
As the referee blew the whistle Sarah’s heart beat rapidly in her chest. She knew the game was on the line. If she made this free throw her team would win the game. Sarah bounced the ball three times, got set, and followed through with her wrist. She watched as the ball hit the rim, bounced up against the backboard, and fell through the hoop. Sarah and her teammates jumped up and down. “We won,” Sarah thought, as her teammates ran in to hug her. “We won!”
What is the resolution?
A Sarah shot the free throw.
B They won the basketball game. C Sarah made the free throw.
D Her team was proud of her.
What is B.
Vote for me, Jason Miller 7th grade class president. I believe I will make an awesome president! Who’s tired of the cafeteria menu? And Sloppy Joes? Well, as class president I’ll make sure your voice is heard. Also, as a member of the basketball team, I’ll work hard to start fundraisers so we can finally get those new uniforms we’ve been hoping for. Finally, I’m a nice guy and that will make working with me a whole lot easier. Vote for me, Jason Miller 7th grade class president.
What is Jason's main claim in his speech?
What is he would make a good class president.
You’ve probably heard the saying “the early bird gets the worm.” I never really understood the meaning. Who would want a worm? But, a week ago I experienced it. My friend Juan and I found out that our favorite band was playing a free concert in Town Square. We made a plan to show up at 10 am. The concert would begin at 6 pm. Our goal was front row seats. Juan brought snacks and I brought blankets. We were the first ones there, had an amazing time hanging out all day in the sun, and got front row seats. We were the early birds and got the “worm” front row seats!
Why does the author include the saying "the early bird gets the worm"?
to make a connection between the character's experience and the saying.
The Rodriguez family takes a vacation in a different state every year. Last summer they went to Florida. “I think the beach is the best place on earth,” Tara said. “It’s so beautiful!” Brian started to speak, “my favorite part is building...” “I love how warm it is and how the sun feels,” Allison interrupted.
What inference can be made about Tara?
What is She is Brian's sister.
I look in the mirror at the beginning of each day,
and ask myself what mask I should place on my face today. No not the sad one it's too revealing,
I don't want to show the world my true feelings.
For the mask that you can see camouflages the true me.
It's my public face that I remove each night,
when I bare my soul the mirrors light.
It's the one meant for only my eyes to see it speaks of all my history. It tells of my youth and girlish ways,
my adolescence and my young woman’s dreams.
It tells of good times of which I had my share
of love lost and pain so hard to bear.
So I choose my mask so carefully, to cover the face that was given to me, the one that was meant for only my eyes to see.
What can we infer about the speaker based on the poem?
The author believes we hide our true emotions.
The exposition of plot includes what three elements?
brief introduction of main characters, setting and a basic idea of the conflict/problem.
George Washington is best known for being our first president. He laid the foundation for the great country we live in today. Before he took on this important role, he was a leader in many other ways. He was an officer in the French and Indian war, in 1775 he became the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, and he presided over the Constitutional Convention. All of these important experiences helped mold Washington into the man he became as our president.
What is the author's purpose?
to inform us on how Washington was a leader in many different ways.
You’ve probably heard the saying “the early bird gets the worm.” I never really understood the meaning. Who would want a worm? But, a week ago I experienced it. My friend Juan and I found out that our favorite band was playing a free concert in Town Square. We made a plan to show up at 10 am. The concert would begin at 6 pm. Our goal was front row seats. Juan brought snacks and I brought blankets. We were the first ones there, had an amazing time hanging out all day in the sun, and got front row seats. We were the early birds and got the “worm” front row seats!
What is the theme?
What is if you plan ahead and arrive early you will be at an advantage.
Hi! I’m Sarah. I’m in 8th grade at Sweetwater Middle School. It’s May and I’m so excited to be in high school next year! It seems crazy for ME to be saying that. Back in 5th grade, I was so scared to move to the middle school I pretended to be sick. However, middle school turned out to be amazing! I met Jessica, my best friend, made the volleyball team, and learned a lot about myself along the way. Now, I am definitely ready to take on high school and all the new experiences it brings!
What can you infer about the speaker?
Day 18: Poetry
From A Birthday by Christina Rossetti
My heart is like a singing bird Whose nest is in a watered shoot;
My heart is like an apple-tree Whose boughs are bent with thickest fruit; My heart is like a rainbow shell
That paddles in a halcyon sea;
My heart is gladder than all these Because my love is come to me.
What is the author trying to illustrate in the poem through the use of comparisons?