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Grade 4 Read/Write

Teacher Facing
November 13, 2024

Unit 3: American Revolution: The Road to
Independence

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Materials

Student

Teacher

● Boston Key Idea Summary

worksheet

● Chapter 2: Trouble Brewing

● Response Cards

● Slide Deck
● Amplify Reader- Unit 4 American

Revolution: The Road to
Independence

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Academic Vocabulary

summary

(noun)

recapping the key

elements or main ideas

of a text

important details

(noun)

key idea

(noun)

important ideas

throughout a work that
support the central idea,
message, theme, tone, etc.

important ideas

throughout a work that
support the central idea,
message, theme, tone,

etc.

Match

Match the vocabulary to its definition.

• important details

• key idea

• summary

important ideas throughout a work that s

important ideas throughout a work that s

recapping the key elements or main ideas

• important ideas throughout a work that s

• important ideas throughout a work that s

• recapping the key elements or main ideas

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Do Now

1. Pressing firmly on the cutter, Alicia carefully
followed the lines she had drawn. Then her
mother showed her how to tap the underside
of the glass with the other end of the cutter
and snap the glass along the line. Alicia then
used a special tool to nibble away any bits of
glass that were still sticking out.

Excerpt from “Alicia’s Butterfly” used with permission from HMH © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company

In the paragraph, the suffix -er in the word cutter
helps the reader understand that the word refers
to —

A. someone that cuts
B. something that cuts
C. someone that does not cut
D. something that does not cut

2.“It’s not as difficult as you might think,” her
mother explained. “Mainly you have to be
patient and careful. We’ll start with something
simple—something that uses larger pieces of
glass with gentle curves.”

Excerpt from “Alicia’s Butterfly” used with permission from HMH © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company

Read the dictionary entry for the word gentle.

Which definition most closely fits the way the
word gentle is used in the text?

A.Definition 1
B.Definition 2
C.Definition 3
D.Definition 4

gentle /ˈjen(t)l/ adjective

1. kind; generous
2. not harsh or severe
3. easy to manage or control
4. gradual or mild

Multiple Choice

GREEN SIDE: In the paragraph, the suffix -er in the word cutter helps the reader understand that the word refers to —

The suffix -er helps the reader understand that cutter refers to ...

• a

• b

• c

• d

Multiple Choice

BLUE SIDE: Which definition most closely fits the way the word gentle is used in the text?

The word gentle is used as ....

• a

• b

• c

• d

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LO: SWBAT evaluate details to
summarize text in ways that maintain
meaning and logical order.

DOL: Given an informational text, students will
correctly evaluate details to summarize text in ways
that maintain meaning and logical order in at least 4
of 5 questions.

Unit 3: American Revolution: The Road to Independence

Ⓡ 4.6(G) evaluate details read to determine key ideas

Ⓡ ELA 4.7D Retell, paraphrase, or summarize texts in ways that maintain meaning and logical order. NOV13

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Real Life Connection:
Most tea we
drink today
comes from Asia.

Unit 3: American Revolution: The Road to Independence

Ⓡ 4.6(G) evaluate details read to determine key ideas

Ⓡ ELA 4.7D Retell, paraphrase, or summarize texts in ways that maintain meaning and logical order. NOV13

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Chapter 1:
Bills to Pay

Knowledge Objective:

SWBAT analyze the

causes, major figures, and

consequences of the
American Revolution.

Chapter 2:
Trouble is
Brewing

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The

Retelling

Paraphrasing

Summarizing

RECALL

RESTATE

REDUCE

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R’s

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Readers reduce

the original

information to its
main ideas using

logical order.

Summarizing

How can readers
summarize a text?

Readers can summarize a text by…

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How Do We SUMMARIZE?

Identify the key ideas and most important

information.

Write short sentences that condense the

main points into concise pieces of information.

Compare the summarized version with the

original to see if you have effectively conveyed
the main idea of the text.

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Important Details

Interesting Details

● It is cool to know but it does not

help me understand

● Meant to keep reader

entertained

● Neat to know, but okay to

forget

● Fun fact

What is the difference between

IMPORTANT and INTERESTING details?

Essential to the KEY IDEA: They
support and explain the central idea/
main idea.
Contribute to Understanding: They
often answer questions like who,
what, when, where, why, and how.

Critical for Memory: They are likely to
appear in summaries or discussions
about the key idea.

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Boston

Boston is an important city in the United States, located in the state of
Massachusetts. It was founded in 1630, making it one of the oldest cities in
America. Boston played a big role in the American Revolution, with famous
events like the Boston Tea Party happening there. Today, it's known for its
rich history, world-class universities like Harvard and MIT, and popular sports
teams such as the Red Sox (baseball) and Celtics (basketball). The city is also
famous for its seafood, especially clam chowder and lobster rolls. Many
people visit Boston to walk the Freedom Trail, a path that connects important
sites throughout the city.

Before identifying the important details in the text,
let’s think about the following questions…

● Where is Boston located, and why is it considered an

important city in the United States?

● How old is Boston compared to other American cities, and

when was it founded?

● What big event in America's past was Boston part of?

● What is Boston famous for now?

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Important Details

Key Ideas

“Boston is an important city in the United
States, located in the state of
Massachusetts.”

“It was founded in 1630, making it one of
the oldest cities in America.”

“Boston played a big role in the American
Revolution, with famous events like the
Boston Tea Party happening there.”

“Many people visit Boston to walk the
Freedom Trail, a path that connects
important sites throughout the city.”

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Boston is a significant city
located in Massachusetts.

Boston is one of the oldest
cities in the United States.

Boston was a crucial site
during the American
Revolution.

Boston attracts many visitors
with its historical landmarks
and tours.

Important Details

Key Ideas

“Boston is an important city in the United
States, located in the state of
Massachusetts.”

“It was founded in 1630, making it one of
the oldest cities in America.”

“Boston played a big role in the American
Revolution, with famous events like the
Boston Tea Party happening there.”

“Many people visit Boston to walk the
Freedom Trail, a path that connects
important sites throughout the city.”

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Summary

Boston is one of the oldest
cities in the United States.

Boston was a crucial site
during the American
Revolution.

Boston attracts many
visitors with its historical
landmarks and tours.

Key Ideas

Boston is a significant city
located in Massachusetts.

Summarizing

Checklist

includes only
the key ideas

condenses
main points in
the section/text

maintains the
meaning and
logical order

Multiple Choice

What is the best summary of the selection?

The best summary of the selection is -

• a

• b

• c

• d

Key Ideas

Summary

1. Boston is a

significant city
located in
Massachusetts.

2. Boston is one of the

oldest cities in the
United States.

3. Boston was a crucial

site during the
American Revolution.

4. Boston attracts many

visitors with its
historical landmarks
and tours.

What is the best summary of the selection?

A. Boston has old buildings, sports teams, universities,

and a famous walking trail for tourists.

B. Boston, an old important Massachusetts city,

played a key role in the American Revolution and
remains popular for its historical sites.

C. Boston attracts many tourist due to its many

historical landmarks. It is an old city that was a key
site during the American Revolution.

D. Boston, founded centuries ago, is known

for its Revolutionary history and attracts visitors
with its culture.

O
?

This answer doesn’t include the key ideas.

This answer is not
in logical order and
missing key ideas.

This answer includes all key
ideas and in logical order.

This answer does not include all key
ideas.

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indirectly
(adjective)

not having a clear and direct connection

If you bought British tea, you were paying a tax, and, indirectly, you were agreeing that Parliament had the right to tax the colonies.

patriot
(noun)

a person who supports and defends their country

Dressed as Native Americans, they and other members of the patriot movement boarded the ships and threw the
tea into Boston Harbor.

repeal
(verb)

to undo or withdraw a law

Eventually, after much protest, the British government decided to repeal the Stamp Act in 1766.

Content Vocabulary

Dropdown

An inferred response is ​

Select answer

stated, that means it is not clear. When I learned that I had to ​

Select answer

my answer. The answer was ​

Select answer

because they were proud of their country.

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American Revolution:
The Road to Independence

Chapter 2:
Trouble is
Brewing

Read

Stop

Jot!

Read pg. 10-11

Stop and ask yourself:

●What is happening in the
text?

●What are the important
details of the section?

●How would you summarize
the text?

This is important!

Underline key words

or details.

I don’t understand.

Readers are expected to…

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2

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A key idea about
the Sons of Liberty
protests is…

What key idea about the
Sons of Liberty protests

is supported?

Multiple Choice

Part A

What key idea about the Sons of Liberty protests is supported?

The idea that supports the protest is ...

• a

• b

• c

• d

Multiple Choice

Part B

Which sentence from the selection supports the answer to Part A?

The sentence that supports the answer to Part A is ...

• a

• b

• c

• d

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A. They only held peaceful meetings

in their homes to discuss taxes.

B. They used public methods to

show anger against taxes.

C. They quickly stopped protesting

when the Stamp Act was passed.

D. They supported all decisions

made by the British government.

Part A
What key idea about the the Sons
of Liberty protests is supported?

This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then answer Part B.

A. They made public speeches against

taxes and the British government.

B. This group became known as the

Sons of Liberty.

C. Parliament eliminated the tax on

paper products, but in 1767 it
replaced it with other taxes[...]

D. Several representatives argued that

Virginia should do whatever it could
to keep the peace[…]

Part B
Which sentence from the selection
supports the answer to Part A?

Multiple Choice

What is the best summary of page 10?

The best summary of page 10 is ...

• a

• b

• c

• d

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A. The Townshend Acts were passed, leading to protests in
Boston, after which the Sons of Liberty formed to oppose the
Stamp Act.

B. The British government repealed the Stamp Act, then
imposed new taxes, which led to the formation of the Sons of
Liberty in Boston.

C. The Stamp Act was immediately repealed by the British
government, and new taxes were imposed on the colonies.

D. The Sons of Liberty formed in Boston to protest British
taxes, using public speeches and slogans to voice their anger.

What is the best summary of pg. 10?

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“Chapter 2: Trouble is Brewing” Vocabulary

Word
Liberty

Definition

Example:

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“Chapter 2: Trouble is Brewing” Vocabulary

Word
Liberty (noun)

Definition

Example:

freedom

The group met under a
tree that they called the
Liberty Tree.

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What is a summary of pg. 11?

Page 11 is about…

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What is a summary of pg. 11?

Page 11 is about…

Colonists were angry about new
British taxes on tea. They
protested by not buying tea or
stopping tea ships because they
had no say in making these tax
laws.

Read

Stop

Jot!

Read pg. 12-14

Stop and ask yourself:

●What is happening in the
text?

●What are the important
details of the section?

●How would you summarize
the text?

This is important!

Underline key words

or details.

I don’t understand.

Readers are expected to…

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2

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page 13 What did the Sons of Liberty say about the confrontation between the Bostonians and the British soldiers?

The Sons of Liberty were outraged. They began making speeches about the incident, which became known as the Boston Massacre. They insisted that the Bostonians had been protesting peacefully and the British had no reason to fire on them. One of the Sons of Liberty, a man named Paul Revere, created an engraving that showed British soldiers firing into a crowd of peaceful protestors. It was not an entirely accurate picture of what had happened.

Multiple Choice

What did the Sons of Liberty say about the confrontation between Bostonians and British soldiers?

The Sons of Liberty said that ....

• a

• b

• c

• d

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What did the Sons of Liberty say about the

confrontation between Bostonians and

British soldiers?

A. They said the Bostonians started the fight.
B. They claimed the soldiers were defending
themselves.
C. They insisted the Bostonians were
protesting peacefully.
D. They agreed it was a fair battle between
both sides.

The details that demonstrate
the key idea that the colonists
resisted British authority are…

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Which details from pg. 12
demonstrate the key idea
that the colonists resisted

British authority?

Which details from pg. 12 demonstrate the key idea that the colonists resisted British authority? Resist means to fight against.

Debates and protests about the British government’s role in colonial affairs continued, especially in Boston.

In 1768, in response to the protests about the new taxes, the British government sent soldiers to Boston to keep an eye on the Sons of Liberty. Because the British soldiers wore red uniforms, the colonists sometimes referred to them as “redcoats” or “lobster backs.”

In March 1770, several Bostonians got into a tussle with a redcoat. The Bostonians surrounded the soldier and called him names. They threw snowballs at him, and some members of the crowd even threatened him with sticks and clubs.

More British soldiers arrived on the scene. They ordered the Bostonians to go home, but the angry protestors refused. The situation became more serious when even more people poured into the streets. Soon a crowd of 300 angry Bostonians was pressing in on the outnumbered British soldiers.

Multiple Select

Which details from pg. 12 demonstrate the key idea that the colonist resisted British authority?

Select TWO correct answers.

The details that demonstrate that the colonists resisted British authority is ...

• a

• b

• c

• d

• e

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A. British soldiers tried to maintain peace among the
colonists.

B. Colonists called soldiers "redcoats" or "lobster
backs".

C. Bostonians pelted a British soldier with snowballs.

D. More British troops arrived in Boston to keep order.

E. The events occurred during a cold March in 1770.

Which details from pg. 12 demonstrate the key idea that
the colonist resisted British authority?
Select TWO correct answers.

Multiple Choice

What is the best summary of the section titled “The World’s Largest Tea Party”?

The best summary of the section is ...

• a

• b

• c

• d

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A. Colonists refused to unload the tea and left it on the ships.
Tea ships arrived in Boston Harbor.

B. The Sons of Liberty protested British tea in Boston. They
dressed up and threw the tea into the harbor.

C. Captains tried to sell tea in Boston. The colonists bought
all the tea at a discount price.

D. In 1773 a significant event occurred in the Boston Harbor.
The event is known as the Boston Tea Party.

What is the best summary of the section titled “The
World’s Largest Tea Party”?

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The best summary of
“Chapter 2: Trouble is
Brewing” is…

What is the best summary

of “Chapter 2: Trouble is

Brewing”?

(pg.10-15)

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Key Ideas

Summary

Multiple Choice

What is the best summary of "Chapter 2: Trouble is Brewing?"

The best summary of Chapter 2 is ...

• a

• b

• c

• d

A. Colonists were growing angry with the unfair taxes imposed by the

British government. They formed a group called the Sons of Liberty.
They came together to dump British tea in the Boston Harbor.

B. The Sons of Liberty formed to protest British taxes. They held
meetings and gave speeches, which led to the repeal of all unfair taxes.

C. Colonists protested British taxes by forming groups like the Sons of
Liberty and dumping tea into Boston Harbor. These actions showed
their growing anger against British rule.

D. The British imposed new taxes on the colonies, especially on tea. To
protest, the colonist refused to drink British tea. This upset the British
government so they sent more troops to Boston.

What is the best summary of “Chapter 2: Trouble is Brewing?

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HOT Question:
How do readers
summarize text?

Unit 3: American Revolution: The Road to Independence

Ⓡ 4.6(G) evaluate details read to determine key ideas

Ⓡ ELA 4.7D Retell, paraphrase, or summarize texts in ways that maintain meaning and logical order. NOV13

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DOL: Given an
informational text,
students will
correctly evaluate
details to
summarize text in
ways that maintain
meaning and
logical order in at
least 4 of 5
questions.

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