Compare & Contrast
What is one way you can compare two stories?
You can look for similar characters or events.
What might be an author's purpose in writing a book about space?
To inform readers about planets and stars.
What is an r-controlled vowel?
A vowel in front of an 'r' that makes a special sound.
What is an irregular verb?
A verb that doesn’t follow the usual rules when changing tense.
What does subject-verb agreement mean?
The subject and verb must match in number (singular or plural).
Name one difference between two texts about animals.
One text may be a story, and the other may be a fact book.
If a story is meant to entertain, what is its purpose?
To make readers feel happy or excited.
Spell a word with "er."
teacher, helper, fern
What is the past tense of "go"?
went
Is "The dog run fast" correct? Why?
No, it should be "The dog runs fast."
How can you tell what theme two texts share?
Look for the main message or lesson in both texts.
Why do authors write books to persuade readers?
To convince them to believe or do something.
What sound does "ir" make in the word "bird"?
/ur/ sound
Change "swim" to the past tense.
swam
Correct the sentence: "The cats is playing."
"The cats are playing."
What detail might you find in both texts about the same topic?
Both might mention facts about the same topics.
How can you tell if a text is meant to inform?
It includes facts and information about a topic.
Give an example of a word with "ur."
Hurt, turn, or burn.
What is the past tense of "have"?
had
If the subject is "She," what verb would you use?
"She runs" or "She is."
What is the graphic organizer typically used to compare and contrast two things?
Venn Diagram
Give an example of a text that has an author's purpose to entertain.
A fairy tale or a funny story.
How does "er" change the meaning of "play" in "player"?
It means someone who plays.
Give an example of a sentence using an irregular verb in the past tense.
I saw a movie yesterday.
Why is subject-verb agreement important in writing?
It makes sentences clearer and easier to understand.