Among the Hidden
Who is the main protagonist in "Among the Hidden"?
Test taking terminology:
What does the word choose mean when taking a test?
To select from a number of choices
What does harrumphed mean?
Luke’s dad harrumphed,and paused in the midst of shoveling forkfuls of boiled potatoes into his mouth .
Harrumphed means to clear your throat
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was “presentable,” as Alice had often said. What type of job does Paul work?
Paul works some kind of job that requires him to get dirty: ditch digger, miner, laborer, etc.
What is a thesis statement?
usually one sentence that tells the main point of your piece of writing-research paper, essay
What is Luke's last name?
Garner
Test taking terminology:
What does the word compare mean when taking a test?
Things that are similar between characters, events, details, theme, in a text
Using context clues what does the word temporary mean?
Most fires, including forest fires, are temporary. They burn for a while and then go out.
for a short time
Crack! Thunder struck and rain poured. Max stared blankly out the window, trying to contain his emotions that raged like the weather. He was beginning to lose it. Dropping the kite from his hand, Max broke out into full sob. His mother comforted him, “There, there, Max. We’ll just find something else to do.” She began to unpack the picnic basket that was on the counter and offered him a sandwich. Max snapped, “I don’t wanna sand-mich!” A flash from the sky lit up the living room. Boom! Mom sighed. Why is Max upset?
It is raining and he cannot go outside to play.
What is a hook?
A hook is the introductory sentence in an essay that grabs the readers attention
Why is Luke unable to go outside like before?
Luke is unable to go outside because the forest got cut down and he is no longer protected from being seen.
Test taking terminology:
What does the word summarize mean when taking a test?
Give a brief overview of the main idea, key details
Using context clues, what does seams mean?
These long-burning fires are coal fires. Some start for no known reason, while others start when forest fires spread to seams, or bands, of coal on the earth’s surface.
bands of coal on the Earth's surface
Kyle ran into his house, slamming the door behind him. He threw his book bag on the floor and plopped on the couch. After six hours of playing Grand Larceny VII, he ate some pizza and fell asleep with a slice in on his belly and his feet on his book bag. When Kyle came home from school the next day, he was noticeably distraught. He balled up his report card and placed it inside of a soup can in the garbage. He then flipped the soup can upside down and relocated garbage from other parts of the can, arranging over the soup can. He then plopped down on the couch and picked up his controller. Why is Kyle distraught?
He probably got bad grades.
What is a claim?
a statement that asserts something to be true
Who is the antagonist in "Among the Hidden"?
Population Police
Test taking terminology:
What does the word describe mean when taking a test?
Present a clear picture of a person, place, thoughts or ideas. Including sensory words
Using context clues, what does feature mean?
Then Mrs.Abroms told the class to choose one feature of a face, such as the eyes or lips.
a characteristic, or trait
Who is the person?
Before the show I practice my lines. I like to look into the mirror and pretend. I fix my hair and makeup and get into my costume. Before the curtain rises, I am nervous but eager to begin performing.
An actor
What does counter-argument mean?
To consider a possible argument against your opinion and use evidence and reasoning to prove your opinion to be correct
Why is Luke upset about his mom going to work?
Luke no longer will have company and be alone.
Test taking terminology:
What does the word conclude mean when taking a test?
To arrive at a decision, to summarize
“Begin with an anecdote, a short story that makes a point,” he said.
A short story that makes a point
Where is this scene taking place?
I watched intently as the the gavel banged loudly. I heard a voice shout, "I object to all this madness!" Then before I could catch my breath I heard, "ORDER! ORDER!"
A courtroom
What is the purpose of an argumentative essay?
to persuade a reader to understand and support your side of an argument