Please write or type the definitions of each word below.
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Central ideas -
Supporting details -
Topic -
I. Watch the video on page 2 and answer the following questions.
How does the title help you figure out the central idea?
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
What is the central idea of the article mentioned in the video?
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
II. Fill in the blanks.
Being able to identify the _________________ _______________ of an informational text makes you a stronger reader. (p 5)
The general subject of the book is the ___________________ . (p 5)
The author includes _______________________ ____________________ to back up and explain the central idea. (p 5)
Good readers use a variety of _________________________ to determine the central idea of a text. (p 8)
III. Matching - Match each description with the correct strategy.
IV. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
Which statement describes the relationship between the central ideas and supporting details in a text?
The central ideas organize supporting details into a logical sequence.
Supporting details explain the central ideas of the text.
Supporting details provide information unrelated to the central ideas.
The central ideas reveal the topic of the supporting details.
ELA 7A - Unit 3 - 3 “Analyzing Central Ideas” - Guided Notes
I. Vocabulary
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Central ideas -
Evidence -
Subheadings -
Supporting details -
II. Fill in the blanks
In informational text, evidence that supports a ____________________ _____________ typically answers the questions _____________, _________________, _________________, _____________________, _________________, and ____________________. (p 2)
________________________________ give readers a clue about the author’s organization of ideas. (p 2)
What are the 3 Self-Directed Active Reading Tecniques you can use to keep track of the central idea of a text? (p 8)
IV. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
How does the author of a text develop central ideas?
by organizing the text into sections and subsections with headings
by stating a central idea at the beginning of each paragraph
by building the text around evidence in the form of supporting details
by choosing a title that clearly states what the topic is
V. Independent Reading Book (IRB)
All students should get in the habit of practicing good reading habits. As a result, you need to select a Nonfiction IRB that is on your grade or Lexile level. You should be reading at least 25 minutes each afternoon to help improve comprehension, reading fluency, and build vocabulary. Answer the following questions about your IRB.
Title of Book: ______________________________________________________
Author: ___________________________________________________________
Book Summary: ______________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Central Idea, so far: ____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Main Character(s): _____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
Setting: ______________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________
ELA 7A - Unit 3-4 “Determining Genres” - Guided Notes
I. Vocabulary
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Genre -
Informational text -
Nonfiction -
Subgenre -
II. Complete the following chart using the information on p. 2 of the lesson.
Informational/Nonfiction Subgenre
Descriptions
Characteristics
Expository and Argumentative Texts use these text features:
Factional information presented in the format of a story.
Biography/Autobiography
III. Identify the informational genre of each text (Biography/Autobiography, Informative Nonfiction or Narrative Nonfiction)
Answer:_____________________________________________________________
Answer:______________________________________________________________
IV. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
In which subgenre would you be most likely to find an argumentative text?
biography
informative nonfiction
narrative nonfiction
autobiography
ELA 7A - Unit 3 - 5 “Summarizing Text” - Guided Notes
I. Vocabulary
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Central Idea - __________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
Summarize - ______________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Summary - _________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
II. Fill in the Blank
When you tell someone what a text is about in your own words, you are _____________________________. (p 2)
A good summary includes the ____________________ ________________. (p 2)
A summary is ___________________ and __________________________ . (p 2)
A summary simply presents _________________________ about the text. (p 2)
III. Multiple Choice - Choose the BEST summary for the following paragraph.
IV. Fill in the Blank
With any summary, you need to do the following (p 8)
Include _____________________________________________
Leave out ___________________________________________
Be ______________________________
V. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
Which statement describes a benefit of summarizing a text?
Summarizing allows you to express your own opinions.
Summarizing helps you learn more about the topic of a text.
Summarizing provides a highly detailed description of the text.
Summarizing can improve your comprehension of a text.
2. Which element should be included in a summary of a text?
the central ideas
other texts on the same topic
the reader's conclusions
interesting metaphors
ELA 7A - Unit 3 - 6 “Analyzing Interactions” - Guided Notes
I. Vocabulary
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Transition Word - _________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
II. Fill in the Blank
An ________________________ is a situation where two or more people, __________________, _____________________, or ________________ have an effect or ______________________ on one another. (p 2)
Writers use organization and ____________________ _______________ to show various kinds of interactions and connections. (p 2)
______________________ words indicate in what way one things affects or is affected by another. (p 2)
III. Complete the following chart.
Organization
Transition Words
Compare and Contrast
If …. then, so that,
Cause and Effect
IV. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
Which option describes an interaction in a text that you might analyze?
statistical evidence such as data from a scientific experiment
a notable difference between people, things, events, and ideas
the effect that one person, thing, event, or idea has on another
a significant similarity between people, things, events, or ideas
ELA 7A - Unit 3 - 7 “Meaning and Word Choice” - Guided Notes
I. Vocabulary
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Context clue -
Figure of speech -
Tone -
Analyze -
II. Fill in the blanks
Good readers often use ___________________ _______________ to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words.
Different words may change the meaning or __________________ of a text.
III. Use the passage below to complete the chart.
Word/Phrase
Definition
Context Clue/Tone
1. "The car sped down the road like a bullet."
Bullet
A small metal projectile fired from a gun.
Figurative language - simile comparing the speed of the car to a bullet.
2. "The room was filled with a sweet fragrance."
Fragrance
A pleasant or sweet smell.
Neutral tone, describing a pleasant smell.
3. "He grumbled and complained about the long wait."
Grumbled
To complain or express dissatisfaction in a low, rumbling voice.
Negative tone, indicating dissatisfaction.
4. "The young girl skipped joyfully through the meadow."
Skipped
To move lightly and quickly with a bounding step.
Positive tone, indicating joy and happiness.
IV. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
What is the purpose of analyzing word choice in a text?
To determine the author's tone and attitude towards the subject.
To identify the main idea and supporting details of the text.
To summarize the central ideas of the text.
To understand the organization and structure of the text.
Central ideas - The main ideas or key concepts in a text that provide a focus or purpose for the information being presented.
Supporting details - Facts, examples, and other information that provide evidence to support and expand upon the central ideas in a text.
Topic - The subject or main idea of a piece of writing.
I. Watch the video on page 2 and answer the following questions.
How does the title help you figure out the central idea?
- The title often gives a clue or hint about the main topic or central idea of the text.
What is the central idea of the article mentioned in the video?
- The central idea of the article would be specific to the article being discussed in the video and would require watching the video to determine.
II. Fill in the blanks.
Being able to identify the central ideas of an informational text makes you a stronger reader.
The general subject of the book is the topic.
The author includes supporting details to back up and explain the central idea.
Good readers use a variety of strategies to determine the central idea of a text.
III. Matching - Match each description with the correct strategy.
Unable to determine the description referred to in this question.
IV. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
Which statement describes the relationship between the central ideas and supporting details in a text?
- The central ideas organize supporting details into a logical sequence.
I. Vocabulary
Central ideas - Main ideas or key points in a text that provide an overall understanding of the topic.
Supporting details - Evidence or information that helps explain, clarify, or support the central ideas or main points of a text.
Topic - The subject or theme of a text.
II. Watch the video on page 2 and answer the following questions.
How does the title help you figure out the central idea?
To find the central idea, the title can provide a clue about the main topic or subject of the text. It can help set the context and provide an initial understanding of what the text is about.
What is the central idea of the article mentioned in the video?
The central idea of the article mentioned in the video is not provided in the given information.
III. Fill in the blanks.
Being able to identify the central ideas of an informational text makes you a stronger reader.
The general subject of the book is the main topic or theme that the book is centered around.
The author includes supporting details to back up and explain the central idea.
Good readers use a variety of strategies to determine the central idea of a text.
III. Matching - Match each description with the correct strategy.
Not provided in the given information.
IV. Multiple Choice - Select the BEST answer choice.
The central ideas organize supporting details into a logical sequence.