🎤 Main Character Energy
Which detail provides the STRONGEST evidence that a character is determined?
A. She enjoys playing soccer.
B. She practices every day, even after losing several games.
C. She watches professional soccer matches.
D. She talks about becoming a great player.
B. She practices every day, even after losing several games.
What is text evidence?
Information from the text that supports an answer.
What is a theme?
The lesson or message of a story.
What are context clues?
Clues around a word that help determine meaning.
Which sentence is correct?
A. Their going to the store.
B. They're going to the store.
B. They're going to the store.
A reader claims that the character has become more independent. Which detail BEST supports that claim?
A. The character enjoys being alone.
B. The character makes breakfast, manages their schedule, and solves problems without asking for help.
C. The character has younger siblings.
D. The character spends less time with friends.
B. The character makes breakfast, manages their schedule, and solves problems without asking for help.
What does ACE stand for?
Answer the question
Cite supporting text evidence
Elaborate, or explain, the significance of your answer/evidence
What is a central idea?
The most important point the author wants readers to understand... what the text is about. (MAIN IDEA)
Although Kayla was hesitant to move to a new city, the experience eventually helped her become more adaptable and open to change.
What does adaptable mean?
A. Able to adjust to new situations
B. Afraid of change
C. Easy to persuade
D. Very organized
A. Able to adjust to new situations
Which sentence is a fragment?
A. Because I was tired.
B. I was tired after practice.
A. Because I was tired.
Mia spent weeks researching colleges, comparing costs, and talking with counselors before making her decision.
What can the reader conclude about Mia?
A. She is excited about college.
B. She is responsible and thoughtful.
C. She enjoys talking to adults.
D. She is worried about the future.
B. She is responsible and thoughtful.
Which detail from the text set best supports the idea that relationships shape identity?
A. "People enjoy spending time with friends."
B. "Teachers, coaches, and mentors can help people recognize talents they did not know they had."
C. "Family members often live together and create traditions."
D. "Students spend time at school with friends."
B. "Teachers, coaches, and mentors can help people recognize talents they did not know they had."
Why does an author write a text? (We discussed three purposes)
To inform/explain, persuade, or entertain.
After failing the audition, Jalen remained resilient and continued practicing every day.
What does resilient mean?
A. Easily discouraged
B. Able to recover from setbacks
C. Extremely talented
D. Very confident in their ability
B. Able to recover from setbacks
What is the purpose of an ellipsis (...)?
To show a pause, omitted words, or a thought trailing off
Emily reread her essay three times, asked a classmate for feedback, and revised several sections before submitting it.
What can the reader conclude about Emily?
A. She struggles with writing.
B. She is a perfectionist.
C. She cares about doing quality work.
D. She dislikes making mistakes.
C. She cares about doing quality work.
Which quotation best supports the idea that challenges can increase confidence?
A. "Everyone faces challenges at some point in life."
B. "Challenges can teach perseverance."
C. "When people solve problems or overcome setbacks, they often realize they are more capable than they thought."
D. "People may develop patience when progress takes longer than expected."
C. "When people solve problems or overcome setbacks, they often realize they are more capable than they thought."
According to Source 1, "Challenges Build Character", what can challenges teach people?
A. How to avoid problems
B. Perseverance and determination
C. How to make friends and be yourself
D. How to become successful quickly
B. Perseverance and determination
The exchange program exposed Mia to new cultures, giving her a broader perspective on life.
What does perspective mean?
A. A way of thinking about something
B. A personal challenge
C. A future goal
D. A special talent
A. A way of thinking about something
Which sentence correctly introduces and punctuates text evidence?
A. The text states, "Challenges can teach perseverance".
B. The text states "Challenges can teach perseverance."
C. The text states, "Challenges can teach perseverance."
D. The text states: "Challenges can teach perseverance".
C. The text states, "Challenges can teach perseverance."
At the beginning of the semester, Ethan rarely participated in class. By the end of the semester, he regularly asked questions, contributed ideas, and helped classmates understand difficult concepts.
What can the reader conclude about Ethan?
A. He became more knowledgeable.
B. He became more confident in his abilities.
C. He became more popular.
D. He became a better student.
B. He became more confident in his abilities.
Which quote from Source 3 BEST supports the idea that new experiences can help people discover new interests and talents?
A. "New experiences introduce people to different ideas and perspectives."
B. "At first, unfamiliar situations may feel uncomfortable or even frightening."
C. "A student who joins the debate team may realize they enjoy public speaking."
D. "Because life is constantly changing, people continue to grow through new experiences."
C. "A student who joins the debate team may realize they enjoy public speaking."
Which idea was supported by ALL THREE sources from the explanatory essay?
A. Identity is shaped by experiences and influences throughout life.
B. Identity never changes even when you go through challenges.
C. School and friends are the most important thing that shapes identity.
D. Everyone develops the same identity during their lifetime.
A. Identity is shaped by experiences and influences throughout life.
Because of his experiences volunteering at the shelter, Ethan developed a greater sense of empathy for people facing difficult situations.
A. Compassion for others' struggles
B. Understanding and sharing another person's feelings
C. Appreciation for different perspectives
D. Commitment to helping people in need
B. Understanding and sharing another person's feelings
Which sentence correctly uses a signal phrase and quotation marks?
A. The author explains, "Positive friendships often help people feel accepted and supported."
B. The author explains "Positive friendships often help people feel accepted and supported."
C. The author explains, Positive friendships often help people feel accepted and supported."
D. The author explains, "Positive friendships often help people feel accepted and supported".
A. The author explains, "Positive friendships often help people feel accepted and supported."