Vocabulary Decode
The store was vacant for years until a new bakery finally moved in.
Empty / No one is there.
Fix the end of this sentence:
"Where is the library"
Add a Question Mark (?)
What happened first in this story?
"Marcus put on his heavy winter coat and grabbed his skates from the garage. Ten minutes later, he arrived at the outdoor rink to meet his friends for a game of hockey."
He put on his heavy winter coat.
Is it better to have a dog or a cat?
Choice + 1 reason.
What do you call the big title at the top of a news article?
The Headline.
She was reluctant to join the team because she was afraid of getting hurt.
Not wanting to do it / Hesitant.
Fix the capitalization:
"i live in ottawa, ontario."
I live in Ottawa, Ontario.
"He slammed the door and wouldn't talk to anyone." How is he feeling?
Angry or upset.
Should the school cafeteria serve healthier food?
Choice + 2 reasons.
In a news report, which is more credible "I saw the accident" or "The witness saw the accident"?
"The witness..." (Third person).
The student's diligent work on his project earned him a very high grade.
Hard-working / Careful.
Which is correct?
A) They're going home.
B) Their going home.
C) There going home.
A (They are)= They're
What is the Main Idea:
"Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day for several reasons. Eating in the morning provides your brain with the fuel it needs to focus during long morning classes. Furthermore, students who eat breakfast tend to have more energy for gym and extracurricular sports. Skipping this meal can lead to tiredness and difficulty concentrating before lunch."
Eating breakfast helps students focus and have energy for school.
Is it important to learn a second language?
Choice + 3 reasons.
What is the name of the short text found directly under a photo that explains what is happening?
A Caption.
The coach decided to implement a new rule: no cell phones during practice.
To start / To put into action.
Join these two sentences:
"I was late. My alarm didn't go off."
I was late because my alarm didn't go off.
"The rain was a cold shower that soaked us to the bone." What is the author comparing the rain to?
A (cold) shower (Metaphor).
Should cell phones be allowed in class?
2 well detailed reasons
What are the "5 W's" you need in the first paragraph?
Who, What, Where, When, Why
The results were ambiguous, so the teacher asked the student to explain further.
Unclear / Confusing.
What is the correct verb:
"The group of students ____ going to the library."
If an author uses a graph in an article, what is the main reason for doing that?
To show information clearly using numbers.
Is it better to watch a movie at home or in a theatre?
3 clear, different, well detailed reasons.
Why is the most important information usually put in the very first paragraph of a news story?
So the reader gets the main facts quickly (in case they stop reading).