Using Reference Materials (4.3D)
What is used to find the meaning, pronunciation, and spelling of words?
a dictionary
True or False? When comparing two books, you should look for similarities and differences.
True
A writer says, “Video games should be banned because I don’t like them.” Is this a strong argument? Why or why not?
No, because it’s based on opinion, not facts or evidence.
If a story says, “Liam put on his rain boots and grabbed his umbrella,” what is the weather like?
It is probably raining.
_____________ are important. They help you know what the author wants you to focus on.
a. Captions b. Bold words c. Maps
b. Bold Words
What type of reference book would you use to find a synonym for the word "happy"?
a thesaurus
How is comparing a biography and an autobiography different?
A biography is written by someone else, while an autobiography is written by the person it is about.
True or False? An author should use facts and reasons to support their opinion.
True
What can you guess about a character who is shivering and rubbing their hands together?
They are cold.
_____________ shows information in a simple way so it’s easier to understand.
A. A caption
B. A chart
C. A map
A Chart
Where would you find up-to-date information about current events happening in another country?
A newspaper or a news website.
What does it mean if two books have different points of view?
They are told from different perspectives (first-person vs. third-person).
If a commercial says, “9 out of 10 dentists recommend this toothpaste,” is that strong evidence?
Yes, because it includes expert opinion.
If a girl in a story keeps yawning and rubbing her eyes, how is she feeling?
She is tired.
__________ tell you what the next part of the story will be about.
A. Headings
B. Italics
C. Timelines
Headings
What resource would you use to find information about a famous person’s life?
A biography or an encyclopedia.
If one book is about a real person’s life and another is a made-up story, what is the difference?
The real one is nonfiction, and the made-up one is fiction.
Why is it important to think critically about arguments in advertisements?
Because they may exaggerate to convince you to buy something.
In a book, a boy’s stomach growls and he looks at the clock. What is he probably thinking?
He is hungry and waiting for food.
________ shows where the story happens or where the characters are going.
A. A map
B. A list
C. An italics
A map
If you wanted to see a map of Texas, which reference source would you use?
An atlas.
If two stories are about dogs, but one is fantasy and one is realistic fiction, what makes them different?
One includes imaginary elements, while the other is based on real-life events.
If someone says, "This is the best toy ever!" does that make it true? Why or why not?
No, that is just their opinion. They need to explain why it’s the best.
A story says, “Mia’s face turned red, and she looked down at her shoes.” How is Mia feeling?
She is embarrassed or shy.
____________ shows events in order, so you can see what happens first, next, and last.
1. A picture
2. A timeline
3. A diagram
A timeline