Context Clues
In Passage 1, the text says chickenpox is "contagious" and can "catch up with anyone in its path." Based on this, what does contagious mean?
Spreads easily
In Passage 1, what specific text feature is used to list the "Real name," "Known aliases," and "Microbe type"?
Header
According to Passage 1, what are the two most common ways the virus enters a person's body?
Mouth or Nose
Both passages discuss a specific way to prevent chickenpox. What is it?
The Vaccine
Passage 1 mentions that you can make yourself "invincible" against the virus by getting the vaccine. What does invincible mean in this context?
Unbeatable/Protected
Why did the author use Text Features like "Preferred Method of Attack" and "Known Weaknesses"?
Organize topics
Based on the text, what is the most common age group targeted by the Varicella-Zoster virus?
Kids (under 15)
Which passage focuses more on the biological symptoms and "attacks," and which focuses more on the timeline of the disease?
P1: Biology; P2: History
Passage 2 states that once you get chickenpox, you are "immune for life." Based on the surrounding text, what is the definition of immune?
Protected from it
Under the "Greatest Weakness" section, what do the bullet points help the reader understand about vaccine effectiveness?
Break down information
Passage 2 states that once you get chickenpox, you are "immune for life." Based on the surrounding text, what is the definition of immune?
Pneumonia/Brain swelling
Passage 1 says 100 people used to die each year in the US. How does Passage 2 support the idea that the vaccine improved safety in the US?
US cases fell by 84%
The text describes calamine lotion as having "special mineral oils that treat rashes." What is the purpose of this medicine according to the passage?
To treat/soothe
Passage 1 is written like a "Case File" or a "Most Wanted" poster. Why did the author choose this specific titles to present scientific facts?
Engage the reader
According to Passage 2, why did Dr. Michiaki Takahashi become interested in developing a vaccine in the 1970s?
His son got sick
Both passages mention that chickenpox is "not very serious" for most, but they provide different reasons why it is still a problem. Compare how each passage justifies the need for the vaccine.
P1: Misery/Itch; P2: Comparisons to Smallpox