Vocabulary
What does it mean to INFER?
To make an educated guess based on facts.
To draw a conclusion based on facts.
To make an educated guess based on evidence.
Is the following sentence a simile or metaphor?
Vanessa danced on stage like she was floating on air.
Simile
Which step should you perform FIRST if you are making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?
a.) Open the peanut butter container
b.) Cut the sandwich in half
c.) Buy all of the ingredients from the grocery store
d.) Spread the peanut butter onto both sides of bread
c.) Buy all of the ingredients from the grocery store!
One to three words that describe what the text is about is called a _____________.
TOPIC
What is the THEME of our 6th grade SAIL classroom?
Mystery / Detective
What does it mean to ASSUME something?
To believe something is true with no proof.
(HAVE NO PROOF!)
Laughter is the best medicine.
Metaphor
Which set of transition words/phrases are used to INTRODUCE an idea?
a.) finally, in conclusion, to sum it up,
b.) for one, first, to start off,
c.) additionally, also, furthermore,
b.) for one, first, to start off
The "big idea" or most important part of a text is called the ____________________.
MAIN IDEA
Why do authors use similes and metaphors in their writing?
Answers may vary:
-To enhance a story
-To make a story more interesting
-To help a reader picture what is happening
-To add interesting details and keep the reader engaged / interested
What does the word ENTERTAIN mean?
-Provide fun!
-To provide others with enjoyment or amusement.
What is the author REALLY trying to tell the reader in the following metaphor?
His words cut deeper than a knife.
-His words were hurtful, mean, insulting, or offensive.
-His words were very hard to accept.
Which option below BEST describes what you would do LAST while getting ready for school?
a.) brush your teeth
b.) hit the snooze button on your alarm
c.) eat breakfast
d.) get dressed
a.) brush your teeth
________________ are facts, examples, or details that support a main idea.
SUPPORTING DETAILS
What word did Ms. M use during Hangman on Tuesday that stumped everyone?
Jazzy
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
-A simile is when you compare two unalike things using "like" or "as".
-A metaphor is when you compare two unalike things WITHOUT using like or as (When you directly state that something IS something else!)
Is the following statement a simile or a metaphor?
Her smile was a flash of sunshine on a gray day.
Metaphor
Think about WHEN during the day we usually do "water day". If you were to write about our daily schedule at SAIL, which transition word would you use to explain when water day occurs?
a.) First
b.) Finally
c.) Next
b.) Finally
Which of the following are strategies you can use to help you find a main idea?
a.) Ask yourself: What is the text MOSTLY about?
b.) Cry and go home
c.) Ask yourself: What big idea do the facts and examples support?
d.) Answers A & C
D (answers A & C)
How many stations were in the ELA activity that we did on TUESDAY?
Seven
What does it mean to ANALYZE something?
-LOOK CLOSER!
-To look at something very thoughtfully and carefully.
In the following sentence, determine TWO things:
1.) Simile or metaphor?
2.) What two things are compared?
The powdered sugar was a layer of freshly-fallen snow over the cookies.
1.) metaphor
2.) Powdered sugar and freshly-fallen snow
Which of the following is probably NOT a transition word/phrase you would need to use when writing out a sequence?
a.) First
b.) Next
c.) After
d.) Similarly
d.) Similarly
Write down a word that correctly identifies a TOPIC of the following passage:
People have many different tastes when it comes to food. Some people enjoy savory, salty snacks such as chips or pretzels. Other people have a "sweet tooth" and prefer cookies, cake, or candy. Some people enjoy spicy foods like peppers and buffalo wings. Other people are not picky eaters and enjoy all of the above!
Answers may vary:
-Different Food Tastes
-Different Foods
-Tastes in food
What is Ms. Burnup's favorite Jolly Rancher flavor?
Cherry