Insignificant Life Of A Cactus
How does paragraph 9 contribute to the development of a theme in the story?
paragraph 9 contribute to the development of a theme in the story by showing Aven is worried about what people think.
(Question 1: Choice C)
How was the library in "Excerpt from In Omaha, A Library With No Books Brings Technology To All" established?
A group of people donated money to turn an old bookstore into a library with technology instead of books.
Based paragraphs 6 and 7, what is the author's purpose for writing the article?
Based on these paragraphs, the author's purpose for writing the article is to INFORM the reader that Thomas Jefferson is an important historical figure who wanted his country to have a library.
What is our strategy for attacking short response questions?
RACERS! Restate and answer the question, cite 2 examples, explain how the details support your answer, and sum up your thoughts.
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How does paragraph 13 mainly develop the character of the narrator?
Paragraph 13 mainly develops the character of the narrator by informing the reader that the guitar belonged to the narrator's mother.
(Question 2: Choice A)
How is this library similar to the one Thomas Jefferson started?
One similarity is that they both...
1. were the first of their kind.
2. provided a way for people to get information.
3. helped people.
4. were established by individuals instead of tax payer money.
5. other acceptable answer
What is the overall structure of the "Excerpt from Thomas Jefferson Builds A Library?"
The story tells the events of Thomas Jefferson's early life and career in SEQUENTIAL order.
What is our strategy for attacking extended response questions?
Introduction Paragraph
2-3 Body paragraphs
Conclusion Paragraphs
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What is the effect of the narrator's repetition of the word "me" in paragraph 14?
The effect of the narrator's repetition of the word "me" in paragraph 14 is that it shows that she thinks it is remarkable that she is performing in front of an audience.
(Question 3: Choice C)
How were the libraries different?
Some differences between the libraries described in the two articles were:
1. that the library built by Jefferson is very old and the one in Omaha was built recently.
2. The library in Omaha has no books (only technology), and the one built by Jefferson originally only had books (and no technology).
3. Other acceptable answers
How does paragraph 6 contribute to the overall structure of the text?
A. It tells the next chronological event in Jefferson's life.
B. It answers a question in the previous paragraph.
C. It compares Jefferson's work in the continental congress to his earlier work.
D. It explains effects of the causes mentioned in the previous paragraph.
B. It answers a question in the previous paragraph.
What are the two multiple choice strategies we practiced in class the most?
"Slash the trash" & F.U.N
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What is the meaning of the simile "I felt like I was shining" as it is used in paragraph 15?
The meaning of the simile "I felt like I was shining" as it is used in paragraph 15 is that Aven feels proud of who she is
(Question 7: Choice A)
What is Hans Bekale's point of view on the library that only has technology?
He believes that it provides a space for people to share creative ideas.
How does paragraph 13 contribute to the development of the central idea of the text?
It shows that Thomas Jefferson owned many books and suggests that he used those books to help build the Library of Congress.
How do we break down a question and come up with a plan of attack?
Identify the ELA skill involved (think, "what it is asking us to do?")
Come up with a plan ("Look for details that show...")
Decide which part of the text you have to reread to answer it.
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Which detail best represents how Aven changes at the end of the story?
I felt as big as the giant saguaro..." (paragraph 15)
(Question 6: Choice D)
What is the meaning of the word "fund" as it is used in paragraph 4?
The word "fund" means to pay for ("Taxpayers didn't fund this library. Instead, Heritage Services, a coalition of Omaha philanthropists, donated $7million...").
How does the chart add to the central idea of the article?
It shows how the national library Thomas Jefferson created is still growing today.
Break down the following question and come up with a plan of attack:
How does Ava's thoughts on moving change by the end of the story?
Skill: Character development/point of view
Plan: Look for details that show how Ava felt in the beginning of the story & at the end.
Where to reread? Look back at my notes to find what she thought about moving in the beginning of the story & at the end of the story.
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