Important Details
If I were answering the question: "Is Bob going to go to college one day", which of the following would be an important detail: A. Bob loves math and science. B. Bob has 2 siblings C. Bob enjoys video games.
A. Bob loves math and science.
For a year, Chandler McCann spent $29.00 a month to belong to a health club that she doesn't use very often. She recently heard that, for a few dollars a month, she could feed a starving child in a third world country. What can you infer that she will do.
Give the $ to the starving children.
Volcanoes are dangerous. When a volcano erupts, magma builds up and travels up the volcano and comes out as hot lava. This hot, liquid rock will burn everything in its path. How do you know that volcanoes are dangerous?
hot, liquid rock burns everything
The room was dark and quiet. We heard Carl and his mother come in the front door talking. I heard two girls in the corner giggle nervously. Another girl told them to be quiet. I hid behind the table where the cake and presents were set out. When the door opened, we yelled, "surprise". How do you know where I am?
dark, quiet room; cake and presents; surprise
I am weightless for weeks at a time, who am I?
If I were answering the question:"Do you think Kayla will go out for ice cream?", which is an important detail? A. Kayla has always wanted to be a doctor B. Kayla has 4 brothers and 1 sister. C. Kayla loves animals a lot, and she has 3 dogs. D. It is a hot day and Kayla's dad said that he wants a cone.
D. It is a hot day and Kayla's dad said that he wants a cone.
Justin grabbed the leash and quickly put it around Tooli's neck. He stormed out the door with Tooli coming right behind. He said, "Hurry up, Tooli. You're always so slow." Justin kept his head down and walked quickly down the road, not speaking to anyone that he saw. What is Justin feeling?
angry
Narwals live in cold water of the Arctic Ocean. They travel in groups called pods. There are usually about 20 narwals in a pod. Most narwals have a long-sword like tusk above their mouths. This tusk is actually a tooth that can grow up to 8 feet long. How do you know that narwals are social creatures?
they live in pods, 20 narwals
As I entered the door, I thought this was a great way to end the day. The chalkboard menu had a list of specialties, like sundaes and banana splits. I looked at all the flavors. Chocolate is my favorite, but peppermint sounded good, too. How do you know where I am?
sundaes and banana splits, chocolate and peppermint
I come to your house twice a week in a truck. My truck takes away things you do not want. Who am I?
Trash collector
If I were answering the question: "Why does Mark want to visit Mexico?", which is an important detail? A. Mark has a grandmother that lives in Mexico that he hasn't met. B. Mark studied Mexico in school last month. C. Mark's friend speaks Spanish.
A. Mark has a grandmother that lives in Mexico that he hasn't met
Skunks are nocturnal animals which is why you don't usually see them during they day. If Bella came in the house reeking of skunk. When dis Bella meet the skunk?
at night
In the past, mail was carried by stage coach and steam ship. It was also carried on horses. These methods were really slow. The Pony Express came about in the 1860s. Riders would go as fast as they could from one town to the next, then a different rider and horse would take over. What is the reason for the pony Express?
I arrived early for my appointment. The place was busy and smelled of chemicals. I found a place to sit and wait. The lady next to me had a towel around her head. I heard a blow dryer in the distance. It was loud over the music that was playing.
How do you know where I am?
chemical smell, lady in a towel, blow dryer
I am responsible for ensuring that everyone obeys the law. Who am I?
A police officer
If I were answering the question: "What will the weather be like tomorrow?", which is an important detail? A. I live in Arizona B. I am looking at a weather app. C. The kids in class are wearing sweatshirts.
B. I am looking at a weather app.
In the 1920s, people diagnosed with disease X were not expected to live beyond 6-12 months. Now many people diagnosed with disease X are able to survive if they receive early treatment. What can you infer?
There is a cure/treatment
Tim Cook wanted to make the best watch in the world. He knew that the iPhone was extremely popular. He wanted to invent a smaller version to go on a wrist. In the beginning people wondered what the point was because you needed to have your phone close in order for the Apple watch to work. Why did Tim Cook invent the apple watch?
best watch, iPhone was popular
I waited on a bench while mother and Punch went into another room. I was worried about Punch. A lady with a cat in a crate sat down. I watched a tiny puppy walk toward the lady. How do you know where they are?
cat in a crate, tiny puppy walking around
I use math to solve difficult problems. I make sure that buildings and bridges are structurally sound. Who Am I?
engineer
If I were answering the question: "Are Chloe and Zoe hungry?", which is an important detail? A. Chloe is a soft, black dog. B. Zoe and Chloe put a dead pigeon in the living room C. They are staring at me, making noises and dancing around.
C. They are staring at me, making noises and dancing around.
The Tasmanian devil is a marsupial that gives birth to its babies, then place it in a pouch to grow up. It takes about fifteen to sixteen weeks for the baby to get enough of its mother's milk to be able to leave the pouch. These ugly, mean animals live in Australia.
The reason why the Tasmanian devil can't leave the pouch too early is because...
They can't survive on their own. Need mother's milk
Labrador Retrievers became well-known for their infatuation with water and their skill at operating in it. Working in Newfoundland’s burgeoning fisheries, the dogs hauled nets and long lines. They also dived for cod that had slipped off the hook, and even retrieved fishermen’s hats. What are Labrador Retrievers know for?
infatuation with water and skill at operating in it
The line went on forever. People moved forward slowly. My dad and I took off our shoes and showed papers. Then we heard an announcement over the loud speaker telling us that our gate was being changed. How do you know where I am?
taking off shoes, gate changed
I gather facts, collect evidence and interpret what the evidence means. I interview people and determine culprets. Who Am I?
detective