Vocabulary
What is the definition for the word modify?
To make minor changes to something to make it better.
What is the most important thing to include in a summary?
Main Idea
What is used to develop the main idea?
Supporting details
What is a synonym?
A word that means almost the same as another.
What is a fact?
A thing that is known or proved to be true.
Use the word inspire in a sentence?
The coach made a speech that inspired his players.
Should names and events be included in a summary?
Yes
What is a good tool to use when sequencing?
Timeline.
What is an antonym?
A word that means the opposite of another.
What is an opinion?
A view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
What is the definition of persevere?
To keep trying, even when it is really difficult.
How should a summary be written?
Using your own words.
Where is the main idea often found in a passage?
Beginning or End
What is the correct antonym for flaws?
Stiffnesses
Weaknesses
Perfections
Excitements
Perfections
Is the following sentence a fact or opinion?
The greatest superheroes are those who have to try to beat there own flaws.
Opinion
What does it mean to intervene?
To come between to change the outcome of something
What are two things that should not be included in a summary?
Opinion.
Trivial Information.
What day is our final exam?
Wednesday- Periods 1,2,5
Thursday- Periods 4,3,6
Friday- Periods 9,8,7
What is the correct synonym for fetched?
Ended
Ate
Got
Dropped
Got
Is the following sentence a fact or opinion?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America.
Fact.
Use the word contemplate in a sentence and determine the part of speech.
She needed to contemplate if it was the right decision.
Verb
What are the 6 W Questions
Who
What
Where
When
Why
How
What is sequencing?
Identifying components in a story and when they occur.
Name one synonym and one antonym for the word oppose.
Synonym: Defy, Disagree, Protest
Antonym: Agree, Comply, Assist
Opinions are typically presented in what point of view.
First Person