Text Features #1
Text Features #2
Text Structures #1
Text Structures #2
Figurative Language #1
Figurative Language #2
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Name 5 different text features
1. Title
2. Heading
3. Caption
4. Picture
5. Timeline
6. Sidebar
7. Pie Chart
8. Diagram
9. Map
100
Which two text features are always next to each other?
Picture and Caption
100
Name ALL 5 Text Structures
1. Cause and Effect
2. Compare and Contrast
3. Description
4. Problem and Solution
5. Chronology
100
Which example is NOT chronology?
A. The life cycle of a butterfly
B. The life cycle of a frog
C. How to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich
D. Bifocals are glasses with an extra piece of glass
D. Bifocals are glasses with an extra piece of glass
100
The following sentence is an example of a....
“I’m so hungry I could eat a horse.”
a. simile
b. metaphor
c. hyperbole
d. idiom
C. Hyperbole
100
What is the definition of a synonym and antonym?
1. two words that have the same meaning
2. two words that have the opposite meaning
200
Why do authors include captions?
Captions are used to describe the picture
200
Why do we use sidebars?
Provide extra or helpful information related to the main content
200
The rainforest has many diverse animals, including jaguars, sloths, monkeys, and colorful parrots. These animals depend on the trees for food and shelter. However, the destruction of the rainforest is threatening their survival.
What text structure does this passage use?
A. Problem and Solution
B. Compare and Contrast
C. Chronological Order
D. Cause and Effect
D. Cause and Effect
200
What does it mean to compare?
What does it mean to contrast?
Compare: how things are alike/the same
Contrast: how things are unalike/different
200
What does the idiom "it's raining cats and dogs" mean?
A. There are animals falling from the sky
B. It is raining very hard
C. There are pets outside
D. The weather is perfect
B. It is raining very hard
200
Which sentence uses the word "slim" with a positive connotation?
A. She looked slim and healthy in her new dress.
B. The chances of winning are slim.
C. The dog was slim because it hadn't eaten.
D. The slim tree looked weak in the wind.
A. She looked slim and healthy in her new dress.
300
Read the passage and heading below:
"The Hidden Dangers of Fast Food"
Fast food is popular because it’s quick and tasty, but eating it too often can have serious health effects. Many fast food meals are high in calories, salt, and unhealthy fats. Over time, this can lead to problems like obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. Experts suggest limiting fast food and choosing healthier options when possible.
Why did the author most likely choose the heading "The Hidden Dangers of Fast Food"?
A) To explain why fast food restaurants are so successful
B) To describe the ingredients used in fast food
C) To warn readers about the health risks of eating too much fast food
D) To teach readers how to cook fast food at home
C) To warn readers about the health risks of eating too much fast food
300
What are the two most important pieces of the map to help travelers?
1. The key
2. The scale
300
The elephant is the largest land animal on Earth. It has a thick, gray skin and large, floppy ears. Its long trunk is used for many tasks, including picking up food, drinking water, and greeting other elephants. Elephants also have strong tusks made of ivory that they use to dig for water and strip bark from trees.
What text structure does this passage use?
A. Compare and Contrast
B. Cause and Effect
C. Sequence/Process
D. Description
D: Description
300
The Great Wall of China was built over many centuries. It started as a small series of walls in the 7th century BCE. Over time, different dynasties expanded the wall, creating the structure we see today.
What text structure does this passage use?
A. Cause and Effect
B. Chronological Order
C. Problem and Solution
D. Compare and Contrast
B. Chronological Order
300
1. What figurative language is the following sentence?
2. What does the sentence mean?
“The classroom was a zoo during the last period,”
1. Metaphor
2. The classroom was very loud, wild, and chaotic—like a zoo full of noisy animals.
300
Read the sentence below from a fictional narrative:
"She had a million things to do before sunrise, and not a second to waste."
Which literary device is used in this sentence, and what effect does it have on the reader?
A) Metaphor
B) Personification
C) Hyperbole
D) Imagery
Correct Answer: C) Hyperbole – it exaggerates to emphasize how overwhelmed she feels
400
While reading an article about climate change, you notice a sidebar titled “Fast Facts: Carbon Footprint”. It includes bullet points with statistics about average carbon emissions per person in different countries.
What is the most likely purpose of this sidebar?
A) To entertain readers with a story about climate change
B) To provide additional facts that support the main article
C) To explain unrelated scientific experiments
D) To replace the main ideas of the article
Correct Answer: B) To provide additional facts that support the main article
400
You are reading a science article about the water cycle. Next to the text, there is a diagram labeled with arrows showing evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
Why did the author include this diagram?
A) To tell a story about rainstorms
B) To show what clouds look like up close
C) To help the reader visualize how the water cycle works
D) To entertain the reader with a drawing
C) To help the reader visualize how the water cycle works
400
Air pollution has become a major issue in many cities, causing health problems like asthma and respiratory illnesses. In response, governments are taking steps to reduce pollution by regulating emissions from factories and encouraging the use of electric vehicles. These measures aim to improve air quality and protect public health.
What text structure does this passage use?
A. Compare and Contrast
B. Problem and Solution
C. Chronological Order
D. Cause and Effect
B. Problem and Solution
400
Both the French Revolution and the American Revolution were about getting rid of unfair kings, but they turned out very differently. The American Revolution created a new government with a Constitution that protected people’s rights. The French Revolution started with a lot of fighting and chaos, led by leaders like Robespierre. Eventually, it led to Napoleon taking control, and the country was ruled by a strong leader again.
What structure does this passage use?
A. Cause and Effect
B. Chronological Order
C. Compare and Contrast
D. Problem and Solution
C. Compare and Contrast
400
Which of the following words is the best antonym for the word reluctant?
A) Hesitant
B) Eager
C) Cautious
D) Nervous
B) Eager
400
Which word is the closest synonym for the word meticulous as used in the sentence below?
"Jared was meticulous when organizing his research notes, carefully labeling every section and color-coding each topic."
A) Careless
B) Precise
C) Curious
D) Relaxed
B) Precise
500
An article titled "Genetic Engineering: Promise or Peril?" discusses both the potential benefits (like curing genetic diseases and improving crops) and the ethical concerns (such as designer babies and environmental risks) of genetic engineering.
What is the most likely reason the author chose this heading?
A) To argue that genetic engineering should be banned
B) To highlight only the positive outcomes of genetic engineering
C) To present a balanced view by introducing both benefits and risks
D) To entertain readers with a fictional story about genetics
C) To present a balanced view by introducing both benefits and risks
500
What 2 geographical features do you see on the map?
1. Pacific Ocean
2. Great Lakes
3. Different Territories
4. Missouri River
5. Mississippi River
500
Read the passage and answer the question:
The novel "1984" by George Orwell and "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley both explore dystopian societies, but in very different ways. In "1984," the government controls its citizens through fear, surveillance, and repression. In contrast, "Brave New World" presents a society where people are controlled through pleasure, consumerism, and genetic engineering. While both novels depict oppressive regimes, Orwell’s world is dark and harsh, while Huxley’s is more subtle and insidious.
What text structure does this passage use?
A. Cause and Effect
B. Compare and Contrast
C. Chronological Order
D. Problem and Solution
B. Compare and Contrast
500
Read the passage below:
The Sahara Desert stretches across North Africa, covering over 3.5 million square miles. Its vast dunes, rocky plateaus, and occasional oases form a landscape shaped by wind and heat. Temperatures can soar above 120°F during the day and drop drastically at night. Despite the harsh climate, some plants and animals have adapted to survive in this extreme environment.
Which text structure does the author use in this paragraph?
A) Chronological order
B) Description
C) Cause and effect
D) Compare and contrast
B: Description
500
Which of the following is the meaning of the proverb "Actions speak louder than words"?
A) Words are more important than actions.
B) What you do is more important than what you say.
C) Talking is better than doing things.
D) Words can be louder than actions in some situations.
B) What you do is more important than what you say.
500
What does the adage "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" mean?
A) It's better to have something certain than to risk it for something more uncertain.
B) Birds are more valuable than any other animal.
C) It's better to chase after something you don't have than to keep something you do.
D) Having two opportunities is always better than one.
A) It's better to have something certain than to risk it for something more uncertain.