Annotation
What do I highlight when I am trying to determine the main idea of a text ( 3 things)
1) Text features
2) first and last sentences of paper
3) repeating words or phrases
What does vac mean?
empty or empty space
Identify the cause and effect
Ms. Stump didn't put on sun screen so she showed up sunburnt at school on Monday
Cause= no sunscreen
effect= sunburnt
What is a plot?
What is the sequence of events that make up a story and shows how it develops
Maya shares her supplies with classmates, while Jordan keeps his supplies to himself. What character trait best describes Maya compared to Jordan?
generous
What is the subheading of the text below?
Do you like cats or dogs better?
A common debate is whether cats or dogs are better pets. Some people like cats because they are low maintance, small, and live long. However people believe that dogs are better because they are more energetic, sociable, and playful.
Dogs are the best
Dogs are the best because they offer unmatched loyalty, unconditional love, and a natural ability to brighten every day. Whether they are greeting you with an enthusiastic tail wag, encouraging you to go for a walk, or curling up beside you for a quiet evening on the couch, they turn simple moments into pure joy. Their playful spirit and quiet empathy make them true companions who always know how to make you feel safe and loved.
Dogs are the best
What does thermal mean?
heat
Find the chain reaction: _______ --> _______ --> ________
Maya woke up late and scrambled out of bed. Because she was rushing, she accidentally forgot to pack her lunch. Because she had no lunch, her stomach was growling loudly by 5th period. Because her stomach was growling, she couldn't focus and totally bombed her spelling test.
Cause: Woke up late --> Forgot to pack her lunch --> couldn't focus in class
What plot elements are introduced at the beginning of a story
characters and setting
Both Eli and Noah want to win the science fair. Eli practices, accepts feedback, and improves his project. Noah refuses help and blames others when things go wrong.
How are Eli and Noah different and why
a) they are the same
b) Eli is open-minded while Noah is stubborn
c) Eli works hard while Noah is lazy
b) Eli is open-minded while Noah is stubborn
What is the title of the text below?
Do you like cats or dogs better?
A common debate is whether cats or dogs are better pets. Some people like cats because they are low maintance, small, and live long. However people believe that dogs are better because they are more energetic, sociable, and playful.
Dogs are the best
Dogs are the best because they offer unmatched loyalty, unconditional love, and a natural ability to brighten every day. Whether they are greeting you with an enthusiastic tail wag, encouraging you to go for a walk, or curling up beside you for a quiet evening on the couch, they turn simple moments into pure joy. Their playful spirit and quiet empathy make them true companions who always know how to make you feel safe and loved.
Do you like cats or dogs better?
What does the root word photo mean
light
Find the chain reaction: _______ --> _______ --> ________
Tyler left his favorite comic book on the living room floor instead of putting it away. Later that afternoon, his puppy found the comic book and chewed it into tiny pieces. Because the comic book was destroyed, Tyler got into a huge argument with his brother, whom he falsely blamed. Because they were arguing, both boys got grounded for the weekend.
Tyler leaving his comic book out --> his dog chewed the comic book up --> Tyler blamed his brother ---> He got grounded
True or false
Character are not likely to change throughout the story
ex: Don Quixote will always remain crazy
False
Both Jordan and Marcus find a wallet in the hallway. Jordan takes it to the office so the owner can find it. Marcus keeps it because he wants the money inside.
How are Jordan and Marcus different, and why?
A) Jordan is dishonest, while Marcus is responsible. B) They are both helpful.
C) Jordan is honest, while Marcus is dishonest.
C) Jordan is honest, while Marcus is dishonest.
How many words do I need in a phrase to highlight it as repeating
2 or more
what does the root word graph mean
write
Find the chain reaction: _______ --> _______ --> ________ ---> ________
Sarah forgot to plug in her laptop before going to sleep. The next morning, her laptop battery was completely dead. Because her laptop was dead, she couldn't submit her science project on time. Because her project was late, her teacher had to call her parents.
Sarah didn't charge her laptop --> her laptop was dead --> she couldn't submit her science project --> her teacher called her parents
What drives a plot forward
conflicts
Both Layla and Emma struggle with a difficult math assignment. Layla keeps trying different strategies until she solves the problems. Emma gives up after getting the first problem wrong.
How are Layla and Emma different, and why?
A) Layla is determined, while Emma gives up easily. B) Layla is careless, while Emma is determined.
C) They are both persistent.
A) Layla is determined, while Emma gives up easily.
Should I highlight on the first, second, or third read?
second
what is the difference between graph and graphy
graph is something written down
graphy means the process of writing something down
Find the chain reaction: _______ --> _______ --> ________ --> _______
A swarm of hungry locusts flew into a farmer's field and ate every single blade of grass. Because the grass was gone, the local rabbits had nothing to eat and had to leave the area. Because the rabbits left, the foxes had no food and grew weak. Finally, the local owl population increased because the weak foxes could no longer compete for mice.
Hungry locust flew into a farmer's field --> all the grass was gone --> rabbits left the area ---> owl population increased
Name the elements of a plot diagram
Introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
Both David and Malik notice a new student sitting alone at lunch. David invites the student to sit with him and introduces him to his friends. Malik ignores the student because he only wants to sit with his usual group.
How are David and Malik different, and why?
A) David is shy, while Malik is confident.
B) David is welcoming, while Malik is unfriendly.
C) They are both considerate.
B) David is welcoming, while Malik is unfriendly.