Describe how a cause and effect passage might be structured.
It would identify a cause, an event, and what would happen because of this event, the effects.
Explain how a sequence is structured in a passage.
It follows an order, a timeline.
What does the vocabulary word investigate mean?
To study, to look for clues to solve a problem
I feel sick because I ate too much junk food. What is the effect?
feel sick
Explain what a descriptive text is like.
It would describe a topic or subject using details and examples.
What does the vocabulary word elaborate mean?
To add to the meaning, to explain in depth
Name some strategies you learned about conducting a close read.
Number the paragraphs, highlight important words or phrases, write questions you have
What are some cause and effect signal words?
Because, since, therefore, this led to, a reason why, consequently
What are supporting details?
Details in a passage that support the main idea.
First, we will go to the park. Then, we will get ice cream. Identify the signal words that show the sequence.
First, then
What does the vocabulary word classify mean?
To put in categories, to organize
I feel sick because I ate too much junk food. What is the cause?
ate too much junk food
He ran out of money due to his careless spending. Identify the clue words that show cause and effect.
due to
The good report from the doctor is the reason you are in a good mood. Identify the signal word(s) to show cause and effect.
the reason for
As a result of studying hard, you got an A on your test. What is the cause?
studying hard
As a result of studying hard, you got an A on your test. What is the effect?
A on a test