Learning Goals: To demonstrate mastery of
grade level skills in language, literature,
informational text, and foundational skills in
reading, writing, speaking & listening.
Key Concept:
How to summarize a character in a story and how
to identify support for the summary.
• Main characters change as a story develops,
just like people change in real life. They change
for many reasons:
• They encounter and react to new situations.
• They interact with other characters.
• They learn new information.
• They grow
Key Concept: Context Clues
• Clarify the meaning of multiple-meaning words
• Use context clues to help understand word meaning
• Identify the relationships between words (such as
antonyms and synonyms or words)
Key Concept:
Inference or How to infer
“Read Between the Lines”
Implicit meaning refers to ideas that may not be
stated directly but that you might understand
from reading a text. Implicit ideas are hidden in
the text. You figure out what the text means by
reading the words, but there is a deeper
meaning that is not stated directly.
Remember that time when someone said, “You
look great today!”, but you heard a touch of
sarcasm?
Well, read between the lines! Are they saying
something positive, or is there a negative
connotation?
Please read the
folktale and
answer the
questions that
follow.
1. Which of the following best
expresses the theme of passage?
A. The storm flooded the caves.
B. People and animals once lived
together in caves.
C. Not everyone should live together.
D. Everybody wants to live alone in
their own house.
2. Select one quote that supports
your answer about theme.
A. There they have stayed ever
since, each in his own home,
free from the others.
B. We will see which one of us can
drive the other two out of the
house.
C. People and animals and birds all
lived together in caves.
1. What does the 4th paragraph
of this text suggest about the
need to survive?
A. People can get desperate.
B. People should work
together and help each
other.
C. Some people are hard
workers.
2. Which words in paragraph two
provide a clue to the meaning
of huddled?
A. Mountains fell.
B. Threw rocks like pebbles.
C. A fierce storm.
D. To keep warm.
1. Which of the following best
summarizes the character of the
Dragon?
A. The Dragon can be helpful when
he wants.
B. The Dragon can be scary when he
wants.
C. The Dragon is strong and helpful,
and can fight for himself if
necessary.
2. Select two quotations that clarify
your answer for the character of the
Dragon.
A. Dragon roared and let loose thunder.
B. In a blink of an eye, they ran outside.
C. Dragon rushed out and began
looking for grass.
D. The young man and the Dragon
huddled together in a corner.
Kids Need Their Recess!
“Michael, please tell me…” This is a child’s average day in the classroom.
The teacher asks a question, the child answers. However, children, as we all
know, seemingly cannot sit still for long periods of time. As the average
school day lasts for about six hours, children need a break. Having a break is
only one of the many reasons that recess is necessary. Why take away
possibly one of the greatest inventions (besides the wheel) ever to come
about?
Recess was meant to take the energy out of kids so they’d come back to
the classroom ready to learn. If we take away even one recess, children may
be too energetic and hyper to pay attention to the lessons. A recess break
allows children to express themselves freely, talking to friends, and to just
have fun. The “art” of passing notes will most likely increase and kids may
learn even less without recess!
It’s not just a matter of education. Many parents agree that children
should enjoy their youth while they still can, and live a “worry free” life
before they must face the “real world.” After all, you have to admit, being
cramped up in a desk all day is rather uncomfortable, not to mention boring.
Recess brings the satisfaction of enjoying life. So, not only do kids need
recess to learn, they need it to maintain their youth.
As you’ve probably heard on the news, lots of kids are complaining about
too much homework lately. This is the main reason that some people want to
take away recess, to cover homework during this time. Most schools have a
15 minute recess in the morning and a 30 minute recess in the afternoon.
How much more learning can you pack into 45 or 30 minutes anyway?
Recess isn’t enough time for any heavy duty learning. It is just enough for
kids to get their energy out. So, in conclusion, kids need their recess!
Which sentence
introduces the main part
of the essay?
A. This is a child’s
average day.
B. The teacher asks a
question.
C. Having a break is only
one of the many
reasons that recess is
necessary.
D. Children need a break.
1. Which sentence provides support for the claim that kids
need a break?
A. The art of passing notes will increase.
B. Lots of kids complain about too much homework.
C. A recess break allows kids to express themselves
freely, talking to friends.
2. Read the following sentences, and then decide which word provides a clue to the
meaning of hyper?
If we take away even one recess, children may be too energetic and hyper to pay
attention to the lessons. A recess break allows children to express themselves freely,
talking to friends, and to just have fun.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Energetic
Freely
Talking
Fun
1. Which detail supports the statement
that children should enjoy life.
A. Lots of kids are complaining about
too much homework.
B. Many parents agree that children
should enjoy their youth while they still
can, and live a “worry free” life before
they must face the “real world.”
C. Children may be too energetic and
hyper to learn.
2. What is another word for
hyper as used in the
context of this article?
A. Happy
B. Lucky
C. Easy going
D. Restless
Key concept: Purposes for writing
Informational: To give general information
about a topic
Persuasive: To persuade the reader to
accept a certain point of view or opinion
Types of Writing
Compare and contrast article
1. A compare and contrast article is best for which of the following?
A. When you want to persuade someone to accept your point of view
B. When you want to explain general information about a topic
C. When you want to explain about the elements of fiction
D. When you have two subjects to discuss
Key Concept:
Parts of an essay
Introduction: main idea, thesis statement
Body: supporting details
Conclusion: Wrapping it up
2. Which of the following is part
of the body of an essay?
A. A topic sentence
B. The Thesis statement
C. A hook
D. Direct quotes
E. Transition words
F. A, B, C
G. A, C, D
H. A, D, E
1. Which of the following is NOT a
part of the Introduction?
A. The Thesis statement
B. A hook
C. Direct quotes
D. Transition words
3. Which of the following is NOT
part of the conclusion?
A. A hook
B. The Thesis statement
C. Summary of main ideas
Key Concept:
Transitional Phrases
to give support:
For example
First of all
In addition
Key Concept:
Transitional Phrases to show
similarities and differences:
In comparison
Likewise
In contrast
On the other hand
However
Read the sentence and choose the transition that
best fills in the blank.
1. She started texting while driving, ______ she
changed her mind when she remembered the
accident.
2. She was strongly opposed to cleaning the car;
___________, she was not the one who made the
mess.
Key Concepts:
Plot
Conflict
2. The Plot of a story:
A. The sequence of events that make
up a story
B. The time and place of a story
C. The conflict between characters
D. The rising actions
3. What is the difference between plot
and conflict?
1. The Conflict in a story:
A. The struggle between two opposing
forces
B. The problem in a story
C. Internal or External
D. Both A and B
E. Both A and C
Key Concept:
Steps in the plot pattern
• Exposition
• Rising Action
• Climax
• Falling Action
• Resolution
What occurs in the resolution in the plot pattern?
A. The story comes to a close.
B. You are introduced to the protagonist and the setting.
C. The highest point of the plot.
D. The consequences of the protagonist’s actions during the climax.
E. Awareness of the conflict between the protagonist and the antagonist.
1. What occurs in the climax in the plot pattern?
A. The story comes to a close.
B. You are introduced to the protagonist and the
setting.
C. The highest point of the plot.
D. The consequences of the protagonist’s actions
during the climax.
E. Awareness of the conflict between the
protagonist and the antagonist.
2. What occurs in the exposition in the plot pattern?
A. The story comes to a close.
B. You are introduced to the protagonist and the setting.
C. The highest point of the plot.
D. The consequences of the protagonist’s actions during the climax.
E. Awareness of the conflict between the protagonist and the
antagonist.
Key Concept:
Reliability of online internet
resources
Food for Thought!
Which sites are the most reliable?
What is the purpose of this site?
Who is the author?
Key Concepts:
Restrictive and Non Restrictive Clauses
Restrictive clauses: Information necessary to the
meaning of a sentence
Non restrictive clauses: Information that is not
necessary to the meaning of the sentence
1. In the following sentences, identify the parenthetical phrase, and decide if it
is restrictive or non restrictive.
A. All teachers at the University of Florida work hard to help all students.
B. The ride in the car, which lasted 10 hours, was one of the worst experiences
of my life.
C. I know it is time consuming, but it is the best way to feel comfortable when
you start on your own.
2. Which sentence is correctly punctuated?
A. The boy and the girl, ran to the store.
B. The boy and the girl ran to the store.
C. The boy and the girl ran to the store?
D. The boy, and the girl ran to the store.
Key Concepts:
Resource information
Dictionaries are like treasure chests filled with
words. Did you know that dictionaries do more than
list words in A-B-C order? Print dictionaries include
a “pronunciation key” that helps you figure out how
a word is pronounced.
Thesaurus: This tool provides synonyms as
alternatives to the word you are considering.
Which option(s) from the thesaurus
make the best replacement for the
word fake?
A. false
B. sham
C. plastic
D. phony
Key Concepts:
Positive connotation: positive meaning
Negative connotation: negative meaning
1. Which sentence below contains a positive connotation and which sentence
contains a negative connotation?
A. The boy ran as fast as he could to help with the disaster.
B. The boy ran as fast as he could to watch the disaster.
Explain your reasons for your
choices for #1.
Key Concept: Cite Your Sources
(Please review correct format)
Source:
Website with No Author
Citing:
Title of Website. Date last updated. Name of organization that sponsors the site.
Date accessed <URL>.
Example:
Cell Phones and Poverty. 7 January 2013. United Nations. 13 April 2013.
< http://www.un.org/cell-phones-and-poverty>.
Source:
Article with Author
Citing:
Last Name, First Name of Author, Title of Article. Name of Publication. Date
published. Date accessed <URL>.
Example:
Corbett, Sara. “Can the Cellphone Help End Global Poverty?” New York Times
Magazine. April 13, 2008. April 11, 2013.
< http://www.nytimes.com/2008/04/13/magazine/13anthropologyt.html?pagewanted=all>.
Read the narrative, and then select one
prompt below. Be sure to include and
introductory sentence and details and
examples from the story for support.
1. What details from the story help
create the conflict of the child leaving
the bedroom in the middle of the night,
and including her brothers? Write a
paragraph using information and details
from the excerpt to support and explain
your answer.
2. Recall a time you had an internal
conflict of doing something you knew
your parents did not want you to do.
How did you handle the situation?
What were your thoughts? Was your
choice worth it? Would you do the
same if given another opportunity?
Why or why not?
Write a narrative of your experience,
making sure to include descriptive
details.
Middle of the Night Surprise
I woke up swiftly. My senses were blurred, except
for my hearing. All I could hear was the sound of
footsteps stepping on the creaky board in the hallway.
I waited for the footsteps to go into the living room.
I walked as lightly as I possibly could but no
matter how hard I tried, I still made noise. I
slipped past my parents room and entered the living
room very cautious. I searched the room and found
nothing. I went into the kitchen to find three small
wrapped presents on the table.
I sleekly ran back into my brothers’ room. I
brought them into the kitchen. We opened the
present and found three sheets of paper. One piece
had little lines with symbols under them. The
other two made up the key. I pieced together: on
January 8th we are going to. The last I spelled
out loud. “D” “I” “S” “N” “E” “Y” “L” “A” “N” “D”!! I
got up to see my mom. I jumped for joy
and was thrilled out of my mind.
Expected length of written responses
One full paragraph with introductory and
closing sentences
Segment Exam Review Answer Key
Slide 5: C, A
Slide 6: B, D
Slide 7: C, A & C – shows he is strong & helpful
Slide 8: C
Slide 9: C, A
Slide 10: B, D
Slide 11: D
Slide 12: C, H, A
Slide 13: however, first of all
Slide 14: E, A, The plot is the sequence of events that include
the conflict of a story.
Slide 15: A
Slide 16: C, B
Slide 18: (at the University of Florida) restrictive
(which lasted 10 hours) non-restrictive
(when you start on your own) restrictive
B
Slide 19: A, B and D – remember the question said option(s) – more than 1 possible
answer
Slide 20: A-positive, B-negative