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What is my favorite color?
Green
What is text structure?
How the author organizes ideas
What is central idea?
The main idea of the passage
What is theme?
Life lesson
In which state can you find the Grand Canyon?
Arizona
What is the smallest continent by area?
Australia
What are the three main types of author's purpose?
Persuade, inform, entertain
What does objective mean when it comes to summaries?
Factual
What belongs in a summary of the text?
Just the important information and what we need to know in order to understand what the story is about
This player was recently traded from the Atlanta Hawks to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
De'Andre Hunter
Which rock star is beloved by Lilo in Lilo & Stitch?
Elvis Presley
What is the author's purpose of the following?
There are several methods to build a fire, including tepee, lean-to, cross, and log cabin. The log cabin style creates a long-lasting fire. To make a log cabin, pile tinder in the center of the pit. Then, stack kindling around the tinder, creating a square, like the walls of a mini log cabin. Lay more kindling across the top and light the tinder in a couple of places. As the fire gets going, add more kindling, followed by larger fuel wood.
To explain how to start a fire
FREE POINTS!
FREE POINTS!
"First, the explorers set off in their boat, heading down the river toward the unknown. They had packed enough food and supplies to last them for weeks. As they traveled, the water grew more turbulent, making their journey even more challenging. They kept a steady pace, determined to finish their mission despite the dangers they faced."
What theme is suggested in this passage, and how is it developed?
A) The excitement of adventure is the theme. It is developed through the explorers’ excitement about the journey, despite the challenges they face.
B) The importance of preparation is the theme. It is developed by focusing on how the explorers packed supplies to prepare for their trip.
C) Fear of the unknown is the theme. It is developed through the explorers’ hesitation and fear of the challenges ahead.
D) Perseverance in the face of adversity is the theme. It is developed through the explorers' determination to continue despite the increasing challenges they encounter.
D
In Thor: Ragnarok, who does Thor fight in the arena while stuck on Sakaar?
Hulk
At the beginning of Avengers: Endgame, who cut Thanos' head off?
Thor
"The forest is home to many types of trees. Some, like the oak, shed their leaves in the fall, while others, like the pine, keep their needles year-round. The oak tree provides a habitat for various animals, while the pine tree offers shelter in the harshest of weather."
Which text structure does the passage use?
Compare and contrast
"One of the main causes of the rising sea levels is the melting of glaciers and polar ice caps. As global temperatures rise, more ice melts, causing water levels to increase. This in turn can lead to flooding of coastal areas, which threatens homes and habitats."
How does the central idea of rising sea levels and their consequences develop in the passage?
A) The central idea is developed by explaining how rising temperatures cause ice to melt, leading to higher sea levels and flooding.
B) The central idea is introduced, but there is little explanation of how rising sea levels directly threaten homes and habitats.
C) The central idea focuses only on the environmental causes of rising sea levels, without addressing the consequences.
D) The central idea highlights the dangers of rising temperatures, without explaining their connection to sea levels.
A
What are two differences between theme and central idea?
Teacher discretion
Which candy bar has the most sales around the world?
Snickers
What is the name of the cookie in Squid Games?
Dalgona
"The cause of the flood was heavy rainfall that had continued for days. The riverbanks could no longer hold the large amounts of water, which caused the water to overflow and flood the nearby towns. In response, emergency services were deployed to help the people affected by the flooding."
How does the cause and effect structure in this passage help the reader understand the impact of the flood?
A) It emphasizes the actions of emergency services first, which helps the reader focus on their response to the crisis.
B) It shows how the rainfall directly led to the flooding, making it clear why the emergency services were needed.
C) It explains the flood in great detail, helping the reader visualize the disaster.
D) It describes the towns affected by the flood, which highlights the problem without explaining the cause.
B
"First, the explorers set off in their boat, heading down the river toward the unknown. They had packed enough food and supplies to last them for weeks. As they traveled, the water grew more turbulent, making their journey even more challenging. They kept a steady pace, determined to finish their mission despite the dangers they faced."
How does the central idea of the explorers’ determination develop throughout the passage?
A) The central idea is developed by showing the challenges the explorers face and how they persist despite them.
B) The central idea is introduced through the journey but never fully explored.
C) The central idea focuses on the equipment they bring, which is not relevant to the development of the story.
D) The central idea is only hinted at when the explorers encounter the storm, without a clear focus on their determination.
A
How can we look at how the theme of a story develops? What steps should we take/what parts of the story should we look at?
The conflict and how it gets resolved
What are John B and Sarah's undercover names in Outer Banks?
Vlad and Val