Inferences
Mom made sandwiches and put
them into the basket, along with
some fruit and chips. Dad grabbed the big
checkered blanket and Robby got the
Frisbee. Then the whole family piled into
the car and headed out.
Mom made sandwiches and put
them into the basket, along with
some fruit and chips. Dad grabbed the big
checkered blanket and Robby got the
Frisbee. Then the whole family piled into
the car and headed out.
Where was the family
going?
What makes you think so?
Picnic
I love the color green. The leaves on a tree, the grass, and some bugs are green. Some peoples eyes are green and there is even green tea. There could be green carpet, hats, or mittens. There are lots of things that could be green. I sorta like green. No I kinda like green.
What is the central idea?
The main character likes the color green.
I know you are super busy, but can you
please help me with the math homework
today? You are so good at math, and I am
really having trouble. Plus if you help me today, I will
help you with your book report next week. Also, my
mom made these totally yummy cookies
today and we can have some while
we are working.
Persuade
A painter realizes he is color blind.
Situation Irony.
I knew I had a great friend in Louis, but I never
anticipated that he would throw a surprise party
for me and invite my family as well.
What does the word "anticipated" mean?
Expected
Edward was running as fast as he
could. He could hear Jacob's
footsteps close behind him. He tried to run
faster, but it was no use. Within seconds,
Jacob was by his side, and then ahead of him.
A moment later both boys collapsed under the
old oak tree in front of the school.
What were Edward and
Jacob doing?
Why do you think so?
They were racing.
Exercise correctly to avoid injuries. Movements should be slow and controlled, not fast and jerky. A set of 12 repetitions of one exercise is enough to be effective. Exercising also helps you stay in shape and helps keep your heart and body healthy.
What is the central idea?
To exercise correctly.
People who wanted to travel from the
eastto settle in the west in the mid 1800s
traveled on the Oregon Trail in wagon trains.
The trail started in Iowa and Missouri and stretched
about 2,000 miles (3,220 km) to Oregon. Over 50,000
settlers made this long and dangerous journey. Not
everyone who started the journey
made it to Oregon. Many died from
illness, accidents, and bad weather.
Inform
Verbal Irony
Joseph explained that not completing their
commitment would be detrimental to the
company both financially and socially.
What does the word "detrimental" mean?
Harmful
Jake and Tim sat quietly next to
each other, each thinking his own
thoughts. Suddenly, the pole Jake was
holding loosely in his hands jerked so hard,
he nearly dropped it.
“You got one!" exclaimed Tim excitedly.
“Reel him in slowly."
What are they doing?
Fishing
Floods can cause tremendous damage. They can ruin houses, roads and buildings. Floods can take down trees and cause mudslides. It often leaves mud, sand and debris behind. It can take months to clean up after a flood
What is the central idea of the passage?
Floods cause a lot of damage.
"As it is now time for my son, the prince,
to marry, we shall hold a great contest to
find the strongest and bravest princess in all
the kingdom," announced the king.
Prince Harold sighed. He didn't care who won the
contest. He didn't want to get married.
He wanted to train unicorns.
Entertain
The captain of a cruise ship gets seasick.
Situational Irony
All of the teachers favored Hannah because
she had an inquisitive mind and never
hesitated to ask questions about new
information learned.
What does the word "inquisitive" mean?
Curious
Callie picked herself off the
pavement and checked herself over
for injuries. No blood, and nothing seemed to
be broken. Good thing she was wearing her
pads and helmet. She walked over to the
skateboard that was laying upside down a few
feet away, popped it right side-up with her
foot, and rode away.
Why was Callie on the pavement?
How do we know?
People often refer to taxes in terms of their being much too high. In reality, they are probably even higher than you think, because in addition to the federal income tax we are now studying, there are many other Federal, State, and local taxes, including sales taxes, inheritance taxes, state income taxes, personal property taxes, real estate taxes, and others. These are just some of the most obvious ones.
What is the central idea of this passage?
We pay more taxes than we realize.
Marsupials are a type of mammal. Female
marsupials have a pocket that they use for
carrying and protecting their babies. Most
marsupials, such as kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, and
koalas live in Australia. The only marsupial native to
North America is the opossum.
Inform
In the movie, "Toy Story", the human characters don't know that the toys come to life when they are not there, but the audience does.
Dramatic Irony
Mrs. Adams explained to Kierra that if she
wanted to take Biology, she would have to do
things that others might find repulsive, like
dissecting a pig’s heart.
What does the word "repulsive" mean?
Disgusting
Excerpt from Tarzan and the Golden Lion by Edgar Rice Burroughs:
"Evidently, there was a disturbing quality
in the sound that Sabor heard,
something that inspired a certain
restlessness, if not actual apprehension,
though she could not be sure as yet that
it boded ill. It might be her great lord
returning, but it did not sound like the
movement of a lion, certainly not like a
lion dragging a heavy kill. She glanced
at her cub, breathing as she did so a
plaintive whine. There was always the
fear that some danger menaced him,
this last of her little family, but she, Sabor,
was there to defend him."
What is Sabor? How do we know?
A Female Lion
In earlier days those who had overseas business which they believed should be discussed personally, took ship and set out across the briny deep. Once aboard they transacted their affairs, engaging in commercial and social matters or conducting government business. Today ships and passengers continue to sail the seven seas, and airplanes soar overhead. But above them all, words speed through the sky – telephone conversations quickly bring together in the most personal fashion people who are separated by thousands of miles.
What is the central idea of this passage?
Where we once had to travel overseas we can now pick up a phone and call.
The hunting, stalking, and killing of animals has been an American tradition since early man lived here. Today it exists as a sport. There is no longer an excuse or reason for stalking and killing an animal in his or her habitat. However, people continue to hunt animals today, and they feel they have every right to continue to do so. Animals need to be protected from this attack by humans.
What is the author's point of view?
He does not agree with hunting.
Jimmy tells his mom he is late getting home from school because he stayed to help the teacher organize the room. Jimmy's mom has already received a phone call from the school and knows he was late because he had detention.
Dramatic Irony
To make sure that they could go on vacation,
the kids knew they had to do everything
right. They were diligent in their chores and
studies and extremely helpful around the
house.
What does the word "diligent" mean?
Hardworking