Name that Literary Term!
The main problem in the story
Conflict
"As catastrophic as an eruption of the Yellowstone supervolcano would be, Farrell said it’s not an imminent threat, nor the one people should be focusing on."
What is the meaning of the word catastrophic in this paragraph?
A. beautiful and awe inspiring
B. slow moving and steady
C. ready to happen
D. resulting in disaster
D. resulting in disaster
What are the 3 pieces of an introduction?
Titles/authors, summaries, claim
What is the main problem the characters encounter in the passage?
A. The characters need to locate a lost monkey.
B. The characters need to write a closing argument.
C. The characters need to take a dangerous dog on a walk.
D. The characters need to find out if juries are used in traffic court.
A. The characters need to locate a lost monkey.
What is the central idea of “American Indians in the United States Army”?
A. A secure way of communicating is the most important element in achieving a military victory.
B. Native Americans made great contributions to United States military operations in the field of communications.
C. A code using Native American words to replace military terms helped keep soldiers safe during wartime.
D. Native Americans have served in combat positions in the United States military in recent wars.
B. Native Americans made great contributions to United States military operations in the field of communications.
Where and when the story takes place
Setting
"Shield volcanoes are low and rounded, shaped like a warrior’s shield. They get this shape because the lavas that form them are relatively hot and fluid compared to other lavas. Because the lavas flow easily, they do not pile up to form steep-sided cones, but instead may flow for miles or tens of miles before they cool."
What is the meaning of the word fluid the paragraph?
A. heavy, weighted
B. moving freely, like water
C. cloudy, smoky
D. covering completely, like dust
B. moving freely, like water
Before you begin reading on PARCC, what should you go and look at first to set your purpose for reading?
Look at the writing prompt and do RAFTS
Which statement best describes how Cleopatra’s absence affects Luthor?
A. He becomes angry and destructive.
B. He becomes fearful and timid.
C. He becomes lazy and out of shape.
D. He becomes unhappy and lonely.
D. He becomes unhappy and lonely.
How does the organization of “American Indians in the United States Army” help readers understand the central idea?
A. The use of comparison and contrast shows how Native Americans were treated differently from other citizens.
B. The use of problem and resolution illustrates that effective communication is essential to victory.
C. The use of cause and effect provides information about the roles Native Americans played in ending U.S. wars.
D. The use of chronological order describes the value of Native Americans to military efforts throughout U.S. history.
D. The use of chronological order describes the value of Native Americans to military efforts throughout U.S. history.
The message or life lesson in the story
Theme
Almost instantly, the door was flung open and Savannah burst out onto the porch, eyes wild.
What does the use of the word burst imply about Savannah?
A. She is full of anger.
B. She is anxious and moving quickly.
C. She is injured and needs help.
D. She is confused about her surroundings.
B. She is anxious and moving quickly.
What does ACE stand for when you are writing your body paragraphs?
Answer
Cite
Explain/Extend
How does paragraph 24 contribute to the passage?
A. It builds the action.
B. It creates suspense.
C. It introduces humor.
D. It establishes the conflict.
B. It creates suspense.
According to “American Indians in the United States Army,” which characteristic of Native Americans most influenced the military’s decision to recruit them to create secret codes?
A. Their native languages were unknown outside of their tribes.
B. Their training allowed them to break enemy codes.
C. They tended to volunteer for service in large numbers.
D. They had a high degree of professionalism about their jobs.
A. Their native languages were unknown outside of their tribes.
The turning point of the story (Think plot!)
Climax
"A tale is told of a certain wealthy Bedouin who, upon his death, left seventeen camels to be divided among three heirs. The first heir was to get half of the camels, the second a third, and the third heir . . . one-ninth of the lot."
What does the word heir mean as it is used in “The Eighteenth Camel”?
A. someone who has to share with others
B. someone who is part of a family’s problems
C. someone who knows how to take care of animals
D. someone who receives another person’s valuable items
D. someone who receives another person’s valuable items
What does the S in RAFTS stand for? What do you use it for?
S= Strong Key Words
Words used in your claim and used repeatedly in essay
Which detail from the passage best shows the main conflict in the story?
A. “‘But wouldn’t it be easier just to pay the ticket?’” (paragraph 4)
B. “Griffin marched up to the house and rang the bell.” (paragraph 10)
C. “‘Take Luthor. He’ll be able to pick up Cleo’s scent.’” (paragraph 30)
D. “Both boys froze, poised for flight.” (paragraph 26)
C. “‘Take Luthor. He’ll be able to pick up Cleo’s scent.’” (paragraph 30)
Which fact presented in the article best shows why the United States decided to use Native Americans as code talkers during the war?
A. Members from numerous tribes served in the military during wartime.
B. The code talkers were used in many different theaters of operations.
C. Military leaders kept information about the codes classified for decades.
D. There was no written record of Native American languages.
D. There was no written record of Native American languages.
When the author means something other than what is written, something symbolic, suggested, or implied
(Examples: Simile, Metaphor, Idiom)
Figurative Language
"Without her camel, the inheritance would not have been peacefully resolved. Though it would seem that she had done nothing—for she had neither lost nor gained an animal—she was what is sometimes needed to bring about an action . . . a catalyst. Her action was worth more than any wealth she could have given to the heirs."
What is the meaning of a catalyst as it is used in paragraph 7 of “The Eighteenth Camel”?
A. a rich person
B. one that causes an event to happen
C. one that allows for new ideas
D. an extra animal
B. one that causes an event to happen
What does the T in RAFTS stand for? What do you do for this section?
Task
This part tells what it is you're going to be writing about
Which sentence best describes a theme in the passage?
A. Goals can be achieved through hard work.
B. Courtesy and kindness should be rewarded.
C. Support from friends is helpful in unexpected situations.
D. Good plans are important in avoiding unexpected problems.
C. Support from friends is helpful in unexpected situations.
Which option provides the best summary of the central idea of “American Indians in the United States Army”?
A. During World Wars I and II, the military needed a reliable way to protect its communications. A company of Native Americans in France during World War I spoke 26 languages and dialects. They transmitted messages relating to troop movements.
B. Native American soldiers helped create secret codes during World Wars I and II. The soldiers fought Congress to gain recognition for their work during wartime. They wanted to be recognized for bringing an end to the wars quickly.
C. Napoleon is considered the first person to create a secret code. The Native American tribes that participated in World War I were the Cheyenne, Comanche, Cherokee, Osage, and Yankton Sioux. Some soldiers from the Kiowa and Winnebago tribes were killed during World War II.
D. During World War I and World War II, the United States military found a way to keep the enemy from understanding military communications. Native American soldiers created secret codes using their native languages. The enemies of the United States were unable to break the Native American codes.
D. During World War I and World War II, the United States military found a way to keep the enemy from understanding military communications. Native American soldiers created secret codes using their native languages. The enemies of the United States were unable to break the Native American codes.