Vocabulary Skills
What does the word "elaborate" mean?
detailed, complex, and carefully designed with many parts
Which definition matches for the word "somewhat":
I was somewhat tired after work so I decided to take a short nap.
in some measure OR rather a loud noise
in some measure
What is the purpose of a "caption"?
To provide more information (often seen with a picture)
Which connective fits in the sentence below:
I want to go swimming _______ it's beautiful outside.
because OR although
because
What are the most common purposes that authors write (think: PIE).
Persuade, inform, entertain
What does "sponsored" mean?
supported or paid for by a group or organization
Which definition matches for the word "attitude":
His careless attitude towards studying explains his poor grades.
to work hard at something OR a way of feeling or thinking about something
a way of feeling or thinking about something
Why do authors use bolded words?
To emphasize the meaning or importance of the word.
Which connective fits in the blank below:
Ms. Incorvaia wants us to be respectful. _________, she wants us to listen when others talk.
for example OR as a result
for example
What is the author's purpose for this passage:
In the past, kids had to walk or ride horses to get to school. Schools were often one-room buildings where students of all ages learned together. Today, schools are larger, with different classrooms for each grade. Technology, such as computers and smartboards, helps students learn in new ways. Schools have changed a lot, and they will continue to change in the future.
Purpose: Inform people about the history of schools
Which word would best fit: elaborate or sponsored?
The carpet has fine detail and an _________ deisgn.
Elaborate
Which phrase from the sentence below helps you determine the meaning of "camouflaged":
The green lizard was camouflaged in the bush making it really hard for us to see him.
"making it really hard for us to see him"
What is the purpose of headings and subheadings?
To break down or organize text into different, specific sections.
Place the connectives "meanwhile" and "unless" in the correct blanks below:
You should not be talking __(1)__ you are done with your work.
She was cooking dinner. ___(2)___, her husband set the table.
1: unless
2: meanwhile
Who is the intended audience for this passage:
In the past, kids had to walk or ride horses to get to school. Schools were often one-room buildings where students of all ages learned together. Today, schools are larger, with different classrooms for each grade. Technology, such as computers and smartboards, helps students learn in new ways. Schools have changed a lot, and they will continue to change in the future.
People who are interested in the history of schools
Which word would best fit: elaborate or sponsored?
The Fun Run was ________ by Boosterthon.
Sponsored
Which phrase helps you figure out what a "bakery" is?
We walked into the bakery and immediately saw and smelled the freshly baked bread, yummy pastries, and sweet cakes.
"freshly baked bread, yummy pastries, and sweet cakes"
What is a "call out box/sidebar" and why do authors use it?
A callout box or sidebar highlights important information or gives the reader extra information about a topic.
Fill in the blanks with these connectives:
(unless, yet, but, because)
I want to go get coffee, __1__ Starbucks is closed. I tried to go to McDonalds, ___2____ they were closed, too! __3____ a coffee shop opens up soon, I will go crazy ___4___ I need coffee!
1: but
2: yet
3: Unless
4: because
What is the audience & purpose for this passage:
Have you ever thought about starting your own garden? Growing vegetables is easier than you might think. With just a few seeds, a sunny spot, and a little water, you can grow your own fresh food. Gardening is fun, healthy, and can save your family money.
Audience: people who want to learn to grow a garden
Purpose: inform
This question has two parts:
What does the prefix "photo-" mean?
What does the suffix "-ment" mean?
photo-: having to do with light
-ment: act of or result of
Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "afford" in the sentence below:
The little boy could not afford a new toy so he saved his money and was able to buy it.
"able to pay for something"
What is the purpose of a timeline?
Timelines organize dates and important events in the order they happened.
Give an example of a subordinating conjunction connective!
Possible answers:
because, since, after, before, in order to, so that, unless, although, if, unless, even if, provided that, assuming that, as long as.
How does the intended audience impact way an author writes?
Possible Answer:
If the audience is adults or professionals, your writing should be grammatically correct, contain academic vocabulary, and follow a set structure.