Vocabulary
I need to run a _________check on my computer.
Diagnostics
Where is science fiction usually set?
The future or an alternate reality of today
What genre is informational
nonfiction
What motivates Mr. Toussaint to behave as he did?
He was annoyed by Loony Goony and wanted to get rid of it
What is one supporting detail of the main idea of "The Superhuman Frontier?
Answer will vary
TRUE OR FALSE If a cat wanted to scratch you, it would retract its claws?
False
Could science fiction be published in a newspaper why or why not?
No. Newspapers do not publish fiction.
Does informational text have plot? why or why not?
No. It is not a story. It is nonfiction
What makes the toaster "brave"?
The toaster saves Mr. Toussaint from Loony Goony
What are all of the subheadings in this story?
Having to listen to a song over and over can ________ a person.
Chafe
What are the elements of a plot diagram?
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution
Which of the following are not text features?
main idea, subheadings, captions, photos, side bar, supporting details, title, glossary
Main idea and supporting details
Which one would NOT be a possible theme for this story?
answers may vary
How does the author feel about technology
Overall, he is positive about technology.
What is a synonym for an abode?
House
Science fiction comments on what?
science, technology, society
What is it called when the reader tells the audience to do something at the end of an article?
A Call to action
How did the author of this feel about technology?
Answers will vary - It isn't always best.
What is one main difference between bionic technology that enhances people and bionic technology that repairs people?
answers may vary