latin root words
What does the latin root word vis- mean?
a. sun
b. to see
c. to watch
b. to see
A statement that can be proven to be true is a/an ______.
a. fact
b. opinion
a. fact
What is the meaning of the word bark as it is used in the sentence below?
The oak tree had brown bark.
a. the outermost layer of a tree
b. the noise a dog makes to alert people
a. the outermost layer of a tree
“Rules are very important. They help keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you
can and can not do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to act in class. You should
follow rules; they help people get along.”
For which group of people did the author most likely write the article above?
A. Adults who want to get a job.
B. Families who want to go on vacation.
C. People who like to go to the movies.
D. Students who are in school.
D. Students who are in school
What text structure did the author use in the sentence below?
When a cat is hungry, first he will look for his master. Then he will sit next to his dish until he gets fed.
Sequencing
Our teacher wants us to write a _______ about the Life of Thomas Edison.
a. paragraph
b. autograph
c. photograph
a. paragraph
A statement that is one's personal beliefs is a/an________.
a. fact
b. opinion
b. opinion
a. Read the sentence.
She found a way to tackle her problem.
b. Now read the dictionary entry.
tackle (‘ta-kәl) verb
1. to push someone to the ground
2. to ask questions in a tough way
3. to begin to solve
4. to put a rope on a horse
c. Which definition best matches the way tackle is used in the sentence?
A definition 1
B definition 2
C definition 3
D definition 4
C. definition 3
“Rules are very important. They help keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you
can and can not do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to act in class. You should
follow rules; they help people get along.”
What claim does the author make about rules?
Rules are very important; You should follow rules
What text structure did the author use below?
Cats are similar to lions. They are both felines. They both have sharp teeth. However, a cat is much smaller than a lion.
Compare and Contrast
What does the latin root word mem- mean?
a. to find
b. to search
c. mind/remember
c. mind/remember
Is the following statement a fact or opinion?
This year was the 149th Kentucky Derby.
Fact
“Rules are very important. They help keep things running smoothly. Rules let you know what you
can and can not do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to act in class. You should
follow rules; they help people get along.”
What text evidence does the author provide to support his claim?
-They help keep things running smoothly.
-Rules let you know what you can and can not do whether you are playing a game or explaining how to act in class.
-They help people get along
What text structure did the author use in the sentence below?
Cats often have lots of energy and will play for a long time. As a result, they take many naps.
Cause and Effect
When the computer and board stopped working, Ms. Donoho had to call someone who knew a lot about ______.
a. biology
b. astrology
c. technology
c. technology
Dark chocolate is the best kind of chocolate.
Opinion