Vocabulary
What word means to do much better than others at a specific task?
excel
What word means something that is a total failure or disappointment?
flop
What word means to have a sudden urge or strong feeling to act right away?
impulse
First, the baker mixed her dry ingredients (flour, sugar, salt, spices). Next, she mixed her wet ingredients (milk, eggs, butter). Lastly, she mixed the dry and wet ingredients together to make cake batter. What kind of text structure is this an example of?
Chronological Order/Sequence
Our school should replace the soda machines in the cafeteria with fresh smoothie stations. Studies show that sugary drinks make it hard for kids to focus during afternoon math class. Fresh fruit smoothies, on the other hand, provide healthy energy and delicious flavor. Vote for the smoothie change today! What is the Author's Purpose behind this statement?
Persuade
What word means to be famous and admired for great past achievements?
illustrious
What word refers to something that produces a bright light as a result of being heated?
incandescent
What word refers to something that is clearly and obviously true to anyone watching? (plain as day)
evidently
Leo sprinted across the soccer field, shouting to his teammates to pass him the ball. He loved the loud, fast-paced energy of a big group game. Meanwhile, sitting quietly under the oak tree, Maya clutched her sketchbook. She carefully shaded the leaves of the tree, completely focused on her drawing. When the recess bell finally rang, both Leo and Maya smiled, glad to have spent their break doing what they loved best. This is an example of what kind of text structure?
Compare/Contrast
Maya squeezed her eyes shut, took a deep breath, and took a bite of her dad’s new invention: Broccoli-Banana Pancakes. The rest of the family watched in total silence. She chewed slowly, trying to decide if it tasted more like a healthy vegetable or a ruined dessert. Finally, she swallowed and managed a weak smile. 'It’s… unique, Dad,' she said, as her little brother secretly slipped his pancake under the table to the dog. What is the Author's Purpose in this short story/segment?
Entertain
What word means to show deep honor or great respect for someone?
revere
What type of document gives legal rights to an inventor so that they may protect their work?
patent
When something happens due to a specific situation and requires a set of facts, what is that situation called?
Circumstance
Hidden high up in the leafy branches of the ancient oak tree sits my secret wooden treehouse. The walls are made of weathered gray pine planks that smell like sweet rain and warm sawdust. Inside, a dusty beam of golden sunlight slants through the crooked window, dancing on the rough wooden floor. If you press your ear against the back wall, you can hear the gentle whoosh of the wind whispering through the canopy and the soft, cheerful chirping of hidden robins. It is my favorite cozy escape in the whole world. What type of text structure is this an example of?
Description
The honeybee plays a vital role in our ecosystem. As bees fly from flower to flower gathering nectar, they collect and spread pollen on their hairy legs. This process, called pollination, helps plants grow and produce fruits, nuts, and vegetables that humans and animals rely on for food. What is the Author's Purpose with this statement?
Inform
What word means to rise above or go beyond normal limits?
transcend
What word means to have high status or a very high reputation?
prestigious
When someone is distinguished they are....
successful and commanding great respect from all.
I stared down at the mystery lunch on my tray, feeling my stomach do a nervous flip-flop. Today was the day we finally got to pitch our science project ideas to Mr. Davis, and my heart was pounding like a bass drum. What POV is the author trying to convey?
1st person point of view (I, my, me)
The historic map was fragile, meaning it was delicate and could easily tear if it wasn't handled with care. What do we need to use to figure out this sentence?
Context Clues, they give the definition/explanation of the word fragile.
What word refers to a small, clever mechanical tool or invention?
gadget
What does it mean to be impoverished?
To be very poor.
When I am fearful or nervous about the future, I am...
apprehensive
What POV is the author trying to convey?
3rd-person omniscient (he, she, they); all-knowing narrator (feelings, thoughts of all characters)
Katie stood by the front door, tapping her foot while staring at her watch. She adjusted the heavy straps of her backpack and checked her pockets one last time to make sure her lunch ticket was inside. Outside, the loud screech of brakes echoed down the street, followed by the familiar squeak of folding doors opening. Katie grabbed her umbrella from the hook, took a deep breath, and stepped out into the gray, misty morning.
Based on the passage, where is Katie most likely going?
B) To the school bus stop.