Context Clues
Synonyms and Antonyms
Theme/Text Features
Author's Purpose and Main Idea
Author's Point of View
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"The sailors will have an easy day sailing because the sea is calm and not dangerous." Which words help you understand the meaning of the word "calm"?
not dangerous
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Nick grasped Ben by the arm and Ben yelled "don't grab me!"
Which words in this sentence are synonyms?
grasped, grab
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Use the timeline to answer the question. Which state was created AFTER Delaware, but before California?
Texas
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Dear Mom and Dad,
I know you don't think I should get a kitten, but I think I should. I know I didn't take very good care of my goldfish. I was too young to take care of a pet back then.
Now that I am older, I am ready to do all the work to take care of the kitten. I will feed it. I will clean out its litter box. I will even help pay for its food with my allowance. I hope you will at least think about it.
Love,
Tim
Identify the author's purpose for writing this letter.
To persuade his parents into letting him get a kitten.
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Dogs are often kept as pets in homes with children. However, they are not always safe pets. Many dogs have hurt small children and left them will scars or marks on their bodies. Young children are sometimes careless and make mistakes. Dogs should not spend time around small children without adult supervision.
How does the author feel about dogs and small children?
The author thinks small children should be supervised around dogs.
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a. synonym
b. antonym
c. homonym
antonym
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My friend is sometimes hasty when he does his homework. He does it too quickly and is careless.
Which clue words help you define the word "hasty"?
quickly and careless
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nbVTUYVKxg&list
What is the theme of this video?
Answers may vary
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How afraid of sharks should you actually be? Shark attacks are more rare than we are led to believe. Did you know that for every person killed by a shark, humans kill approximately two million sharks. In fact, sharks find humans too bony to eat as a regular food source. Therefore, many of shark attacks are accidents caused by other factors, like low visibility or humans looking like other prey, such as seals. Shark experts claim there are many precautions that we can take to avoid a shark encounter, such as don’t swim at dawn or dusk when sharks feed, don’t splash a bunch in big murky waves, and stay close to shore.
Identify the author's purpose.
Informing the reader about shark attacks.
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I rode my first roller coaster yesterday. At first, I was nervous and afraid. My mom kept saying "You will love it!" This didn't make me feel any better. I wanted to play at the waterpark instead. My heart was pounding and my hands started to sweat as we walked up to the long line for the tallest coaster in the park.
What is the author's point of view on roller coasters?
The author is afraid of riding roller coasters.
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Ms. Datz said "If you are an SBJ, please proceed to the front of the line!" What do you think the word proceed means? Which word or words helped you?
Go forward, move on
front of the line
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I was astonished and amazed when I won free tickets to the concert!
Which word is a synonym clue for the word astonished?
amazed
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What is the name of this text feature?
Glossary
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What is the main idea of this passage?
One way to stay healthy is to exercise. Exercise helps you feel better, lose weight, and grow stronger. Taking a walk is a form of exercise. It helps you go outside and get fresh air. Playing a sport is another form of exercise. This is a fun way to be active. Taking classes at a gym is a way to be healthy and fit. There are many types of exercise you can do to improve your health.
There are many types of exercises and ways to stay healthy.
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Dogs are often kept as pets in homes with children. However, they are not always safe pets. Many dogs have hurt small children and left them will scars or marks on their bodies. Young children are sometimes careless and make mistakes. Dogs should not spend time around small children without adult supervision.
With which sentence would this author MOST LIKELY agree?
a. babies love to play with puppies
b. dogs are dangerous animals
c. dogs accidentally hurt people sometimes
d. it is unsafe to leave children alone with pets
D
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"After the storm, the rainbow lit up the sky with vivid colors." What does the word "vivid" mean? Which clue helped you?
colorful, bright
rainbow
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My sister is compassionate and caring, but sometimes she can be ___________.
Give a synonym for compassionate. Give an antonym for compassionate.
caring, mean
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What is the theme of this video?
Answers may vary.
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What is the main idea of the passage below?
Birds are a special type of animal that you
may see either walking or flying in the air.
Birds have two legs, which are often covered with scales. A bird's body is covered with feathers and they have wings. The feathers help birds fly and control their body temperature. Birds have bones that are light so they can fly easily. A beak is a special word to describe the bird's nose. The beak is used for eating. Beaks can be different in size, shape, and color. Birds are a type of animal with very unique features.
Birds are animals with unique features.
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Exercise helps you lose weight by burning mostly fat; diet alone won't do that. And because muscles takes up less space than fat, exercise will help your cloths fit better. Exercise also helps boost your metabolism, meaning you burn more calories all day long.
With which sentence would the author MOST LIKELY agree?
a. A variety of exercises can keep you in shape
b. Exercise is more beneficial than a healthy diet
c. A balanced diet keeps you healthy
B
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TWO PART QUESTION!
The boy tried to perturb his older sister by putting his foot closer and closer to her side of the car even after she said "Stop!" What is the meaning of the word perturb? Which word(s) helped you understand the meaning of perturb?
annoy, bother, irritate
putting his foot closer and closer/even after she said "Stop!"
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Shelia likes to swim in the shallow end of the pool because she is still learning how to swim. She should avoid, or stay out of, the ___________ end.
Fill in a blank using an antonym. Identify the two synonyms used above.
deep
avoid, stay out of
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What is the theme of the passage?
Cooperation is the key to success.
We can all do better when we work together.
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What is the main idea of the passage below?
Hurricanes are large storms. They begin over
the ocean. They gather heat and energy from
the water. Hurricanes move slowly to land as
they grow stronger. Hurricanes are dangerous because of their size. They are also dangerous because of high winds and big waves. Hurricanes can bring flooding, power outages, and tornadoes.
Hurricanes are large and dangerous storms.
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TWO PART QUESTION!
Some athletes are not fans of playing outdoor in various weather conditions. They enjoy the warmth and shelter of a gymnasium. Although, indoor athletes do not experience the sun on their face or grass beneath their cleats during a game, there are several pros to playing inside. For one, an athlete can depend on the sport; they know that despite the cold or the rain, their game will always be played. They know that they will have a clean arena, they know that they can play their sport without the worry of certain elements such as the sun in their eyes, and they know that the game doesn’t have the possibility of being cancelled due to darkness.
How does the author feel about indoor sports? Select one sentence from the passage to support your answer.
Indoor sports are better than outdoor sports.
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