4ht grade ela milestones review

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective that describes or identifies the subject.

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Give an example of a linking verb in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The boys should have been sleepy by now,' 'have been' is the linking verb.

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True or False: A linking verb can also be an action verb.

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False. A linking verb is not an action verb; it connects the subject to more information about the subject.

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What is the cause and effect text structure?

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The cause and effect text structure explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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Identify the cause and effect in this sentence: 'The fertilizer caused too much algae to grow.'

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Cause: The fertilizer was used. Effect: Too much algae grew.

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details.

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Identify the text structure: 'Mercury orbits the sun faster than any other planet.'

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Descriptive. It describes a characteristic of Mercury.

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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A problem and solution text structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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Identify the problem and solution in this scenario: 'Mrs. Walker suggested an earlier bedtime for Marcus.'

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Problem: Marcus falls asleep in class. Solution: An earlier bedtime might help.

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What is the purpose of a linking verb in a sentence?

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The purpose of a linking verb is to connect the subject to additional information about the subject.