Illustrations in Text
In the story "Chocolate All the Time," what do the stars help the reader understand about Chocolate Chip Cookies, M&m's, and Chocolate Milk?
a. The stars help the reader understand that the characters really want to eat those foods all the time.
b. The stars help the reader understand that those are healthy foods.
c. The stars help the reader understand that a TV commercial is trying to get the characters to buy the foods.
d. The stars help the reader understand that the characters only get to eat those foods once in a while.
a. The stars help the reader understand that the characters really want to eat those foods all the time.
in "Fabric That Feels Silky," Paragraph 1 tells a legend, while paragraph 2 tell things that really happened. Which BEST describes the organizational pattern that the author uses in these two paragraphs.
a. cause and effect
b. compare and contrast
c. facts and details
d. time order
b. compare and contrast
What theme could "Chocolate All the Time" and "Zoink" have in common?
a. Eat all of your vegetables.
b. Take care of your body.
c. Don't play video games all the time.
d. Listen to your parents.
b. Take care of your body.
Based on this sentence, what can a reader conclude about how this information is similar to the information found in "Your Beautiful Yard Full of Colorful Trees”?"
Planting different types of trees is a great way to add a rainbow of color to your yard.
a. It shows that trees only make one color.
b. It explains that rainbows can add color to your yard.
c. It describes how to plant trees in the shape of a rainbow.
d. It shows that trees come in variety of colors and shapes.
d. It shows that trees come in variety of colors and shapes.
Choose the sentence that adds the BEST reason to support the underlined sentence about soccer.
Soccer is a great sport. It is a sport that can be played all year long. There is always action on the field so it is a great workout for the body. There are other reasons why soccer is great. You should try it if you haven't.
a. Soccer balls are black and white.
b. Soccer players are always running up and down the field.
c. Soccer players wear jerseys with a number.
d. Soccer is played on a grass field.
b. Soccer players are always running up and down the field.
In the story, "Chocolate All the Time," what is the MOST LIKELY reason the author included drawings of food?
a. The drawings show that those foods are healthy.
b. The drawings show that the children have a large amount of food to get ready.
c. The drawings show that the characters can sell that food and make money.
d. The drawings show that the main characters in the story like eating those foods more than other kinds of foods.
d. The drawings show that the main characters in the story like eating those foods more than other kinds of foods.
What are some words that signal a compare and contrast text structure?
Based on the following information, what can the reader conclude about Sally in "Sally Snail Hunts for Treasure?"
Sally Snail really wanted to go, but she was scared. All of the sea creature kids told her not to worry because there was nothing to be afraid of. This made her feel better so she went with the others.
a. Sally does not like to listen to others.
b. Sally usually likes to play by herself.
c. Friends are important to Sally.
d. Swimming is hard for Sally.
c. Friends are important to Sally.
Which sentence from "Choosing and Planting the Right Seeds for Growing Colorful Trees" BEST supports the fact that trees come in a variety of colors and shapes?
a. Different tree seeds should be planted at different times.
b. The timeline tells you when to plant different types of tree seeds.
c. The chart tells the color and the height of different trees.
d. The chart also tells when each seed will start growing into a tree.
c. The chart tells the color and the height of different trees.
Movies can be about real topics or make believe. I like to watch non-fiction movies for many reasons. One reason you should watch non fiction movies is so you can learn how to build different things. They show real pictures so you know what to do. You can find lots of exciting movies about real life topics.
Choose the TWO BEST transitions that can be used to connect the underlined sentences.
a. Also, b. Because, c. But,
d. However, e. In addition
e. In addition
Choose the 2 best transition words/phrases to connect the underlined sentences.
Some of their favorite foods are chocolate chip cookies, M&m’s, and chocolate milk. They like to eat chocolate cake as well.
a. Also,
b. Because,
c. But,
d. However,
e. In addition,
a. Also,
e. In Addition,
When you are writing, when would you use the words also and in addition?
When you are giving examples of something or when you are providing extra information about something.
How are the themes in "Sally Snail Moves Away" and "Sally Snail Hunts for Treasures" similar?
a. The themes show that if you are brave, you can make friends.
b. The themes show that if you do what you need to do, you can have what you want.
c. The themes show that adventures are fun and exciting.
d. The themes show that if you make friends, you can have a lot of fun.
b. The themes show that if you do what you need to do, you can have what you want.
Question of Teachers Choice from the chart showing how deep to plant a seed.
Answers determined by teacher
Choose an opening sentence that MOST clearly states the opinion of the writer.
There are so many different types of candy. When the weather is getting warm, I like to eat Pop Rocks. When the weather is hot, I like to eat lolipops. When it is starting to cool down, I like to eat Taffy. When the weather is very cold, I like to eat chocolate.
a. Candy is good.
b. Most people eat candy during the summer.
c. Candy is great to eat all year long.
d. I do not have just one favorite candy.
c. Candy is great to eat all year long.
If you had to draw an illustration that showed foods that someone would like to eat and foods that someone would not like to eat, what would it look like?
Teacher will determine correct answers.
What type of text structure would you use the word however?
Compare and contrast.
When writing a compare and contrast essay, what is something that you need to include in your writing in order to show that what you say is in the story really is in the story?
Evidence! Cite your evidence!
Question determined by teacher using the chart showing types of trees, color, height, and time of year for growing.
Answers will be determined by teacher.
Select the opening sentence that MOST CLEARLY states the opinion of the paragraph.
In the mountains, there are so many things that you can do. During the summer, I like to swim in the mountain lake. My brother likes to climb the pine trees. My mom loves to sit under the trees in a chair and read a book. My sister likes to chase chipmunks up trees. All of my family likes to sit around a campfire at night and tell ghost stories.
a. Going to the mountains is a great family vacation.
b. The mountains are fun.
c. Too many people go to the mountains for vacation.
d. I like to go to the mountains.
a. Going to the mountains is a great family vacation.
Tom is writing a letter to his friend about why he should try out for the soccer team. Tom wants to revise his letter and add a good conclusion sentence. Read the letter then decide which conclusion would be the best for the letter.
Playing soccer would be a great sport for you to try! One reason that I think you should try our for the team is you will get to see friends at practice. Another reason is you will get a chance to show off your great soccer skills. Also, you can wear a cool uniform too.
Pick the TWO BEST choices for a conclusion to this opinion paragraph.
a. Some of the uniforms have green on them.
b. You would really like to play on a soccer team.
c. I hope you will agree that soccer is for you!
d. Your grandmother will be very excited to see you on the field.
e. There is a chance you might not like it at all.
b. You would really like to play on a soccer team.
c. I hope you will agree that soccer is for you!