STORY
What does the "S" in STORY stand for?
Setting
What does the "A" in TAPS stand for?
About the topic
What is the author’s purpose to inform?
This is the author’s purpose when they want to share information or facts about a topic to help the reader learn something new.
In the sentence, "Despite her nervous behavior before the test, she did well," the word nervous most likely means:
What does the word "nervous" mean in this sentence?
*(A) Calm, B) Anxious, C) Happy, D) Confident)
B) Anxious
What is a simile?
This type of figurative language compares two things using "like" or "as."
What is the setting of the story Fuzzy Mud?
The story takes place at a school near a forest, where Tamaya and Marshall walk home.
Bees are among the most important creatures on Earth. They are essential for pollinating plants, which allows them to reproduce. This process is crucial not only for plants but also for the animals and humans who rely on them for food. Without bees, the variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers we enjoy would dramatically decrease, and many ecosystems would collapse.
In addition to pollination, bees produce honey, which has been used for centuries by humans for food, medicine, and other purposes. Despite their importance, bee populations are in decline, primarily due to habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change. If this trend continues, the balance of our food system and natural ecosystems could be in jeopardy.
Efforts are being made to protect bees, including planting bee-friendly plants, reducing pesticide use, and preserving their natural habitats. It is vital for humans to recognize the role bees play in our world and take steps to ensure their survival.
What is the topic of the passage "The Importance of Bees"?
The passage is about the importance of bees and their role in ecosystems and food production
What is the author’s purpose to persuade?
When an author writes a story, article, or speech to convince the reader to take action or believe in something, this is the author’s purpose.
In the sentence, "The majestic mountain view took our breath away," the word majestic most likely means:
What does the word "majestic" mean in this sentence?
*(A) Small, B) Beautiful, C) Dangerous, D) Ordinary)
B) Beautiful
What is hyperbole?
extreme exaggeration.
What does the "R" in STORY stand for?
Resolution
What does the "P" in TAPS stand for?
Purpose/Point of View
What is the author’s purpose to entertain?
An author’s purpose to entertain can be seen in novels, short stories, and poems that provide enjoyment or amusement for the reader.
In the sentence, "The ancient ruins stood in the desert for centuries," the word ancient most likely means:
What does the word "ancient" mean in this sentence?
*(A) New, B) Very old, C) Shiny, D) Weak)
B) Very old
What type of figurative language is "The classroom was a zoo."
Metaphor
Who are the main characters in Fuzzy Mud?
The main characters in the story are Tamaya, Marshall, and a few other key figures such as the school administrators and scientists.
Bees are among the most important creatures on Earth. They are essential for pollinating plants, which allows them to reproduce. This process is crucial not only for plants but also for the animals and humans who rely on them for food. Without bees, the variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers we enjoy would dramatically decrease, and many ecosystems would collapse.
In addition to pollination, bees produce honey, which has been used for centuries by humans for food, medicine, and other purposes. Despite their importance, bee populations are in decline, primarily due to habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change. If this trend continues, the balance of our food system and natural ecosystems could be in jeopardy.
Efforts are being made to protect bees, including planting bee-friendly plants, reducing pesticide use, and preserving their natural habitats. It is vital for humans to recognize the role bees play in our world and take steps to ensure their survival.
What is the purpose of the passage "The Importance of Bees" and what point of view is it written from?
The purpose of the passage is to inform readers about the vital role of bees and the dangers they face. It is written from a factual, informative perspective.
What is the author's purpose when writing a commercial/advertisement?
Persuade
In the sentence, "The stubborn child refused to eat his vegetables, even though his parents asked repeatedly," the word stubborn most likely means:
What does the word "stubborn" mean in this sentence?
*(A) Helpful, B) Refusing to change, C) Tired, D) Lazy)
B) Refusing to change
The phrase "It's raining cats and dogs" is an example of what type of figurative language?
Idiom
What is the problem in Fuzzy Mud that Tamaya and Marshall encounter?
The problem begins when Tamaya and Marshall find and touch the strange, fuzzy mud in the woods, which leads to health problems and more dangerous consequences.
Bees are among the most important creatures on Earth. They are essential for pollinating plants, which allows them to reproduce. This process is crucial not only for plants but also for the animals and humans who rely on them for food. Without bees, the variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers we enjoy would dramatically decrease, and many ecosystems would collapse.
In addition to pollination, bees produce honey, which has been used for centuries by humans for food, medicine, and other purposes. Despite their importance, bee populations are in decline, primarily due to habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change. If this trend continues, the balance of our food system and natural ecosystems could be in jeopardy.
Efforts are being made to protect bees, including planting bee-friendly plants, reducing pesticide use, and preserving their natural habitats. It is vital for humans to recognize the role bees play in our world and take steps to ensure their survival.
How is the information organized in the passage "The Importance of Bees"? (What is the structure?)
The passage is organized in a cause-and-effect structure, explaining the role of bees and the consequences of their decline.
What was the author's purpose in writing Harry Potter?
Entertain
In the sentence, "The arid desert had no water or plants to sustain life," the word arid most likely means:
What does the word "arid" mean in this sentence?
*(A) Wet, B) Dry, C) Rocky, D) Cold)
B) Dry
"The stars danced in the sky," is an example of what type of figurative language?
Personification