Reading: Disaster Strikes 3.2.1

Reading: Disaster Strikes
Lesson 3.2.1

Learners can:

• determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including interpretation of figurative language

Vocabulary: oblivious, apocalyptic, quaint, stratovolcano

Curriculum Kit Materials: Disaster Strikes

not aware or not noticing something

​​oblivious

the total destruction of something

​​apocalyptic

​strange or unusual in an old-fashioned or charming way

​​quaint

a tall, steep, and cone-shaped volcano made of layers of ash and cinders

​​stratovolcano

​Words to Know

Today we will read Chapter 1.

As you read, look for details that will help you answer the following questions:

• Why was Noah upset about moving to Alaska?

• What type of scientist was Noah's father?

After reading we will review figurative language and context clues.

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​Disaster Strikes

In an earlier lesson, you learned that figurative language says one thing but means another.

​The author uses creative language and comparisons to make the story more interesting.

Figurative language can make sentences more creative and engaging.

​Figurative vs Literal Language

Multiple Choice

The cat was orange and white.

• Figurative Language

• Literal Language

Multiple Choice

I was as busy as a bee in the kitchen.

• Figurative Language

• Literal Language

Multiple Choice

It rained cats and dogs all day.

• Figurative Language

• Literal Language

Context clues are hints that help readers understand the meaning of words that they do not know. Context clues can help you find literal and figurative meanings.

​Look at the sentences around the unknown word for clues about the meaning. The author will sometimes place clues before or after the word.

If there are images, you can study them for information about the correct meaning of words.

​Context Clues

Multiple Choice

What is the meaning of the word remote in this sentence?

• something that is used to change the channels on a T.V. or a device.

• a place far away from other people.

Draw

Circle or draw a line under the words that help us determine the meaning of the word derelict.

Multiple Choice

Read page 3 of the book.

Look for the word “eerie." Use context clues to find the meaning of the word.

• 
  bright and cheerful

• 
  mysterious and strange

• 
  calm and quiet

Multiple Choice

Based on the text, Noah was excited about the move.

-Get a snack/drink
-Get up/Move Around/Stretch
-Use the bathroom
-Get ready for Writing

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