What impact does the author's purpose have on the reader's understanding of the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

It shapes the tone, themes, and overall message of the story.

It confuses the reader and makes the story hard to follow

It has no impact on the reader's understanding

It makes the story less interesting and engaging

What can the reader learn from the author's purpose in the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

The reader can learn about the author's intention, message, or theme of the story.

The reader can learn about the author's favorite color

The reader can learn about the author's shoe size

The reader can learn about the author's favorite food

How does the author's purpose in 'Hearts and Hands' relate to real-life situations?

Depicting the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of deception

Analyzing the role of technology in modern society

Exploring the impact of climate change on wildlife

Promoting the benefits of a healthy lifestyle

#1 - Part A: What is the central idea of Passage 1?

B) Obama will fight to help the working man.

A) Obama is running for president.

D) Obama will take us in a new direction.

#1 - Part B: How does the author develop the central idea in Part A?

A) by explaining how he can help the average American

B) by describing how he is different from other candidates

C) by comparing himself to George Bush

D) by highlighting his strong childhood

#2 Read the following quote from Passage 1....“Joe Biden – a man whose heart and values are rooted firmly in the middle class.”...What message is Obama trying to get across to the audience?

B) Biden can relate to the common man.

D) Biden is in the middle class.

#3 - Select the box before two details from Passage 1, paragraph 3 that support how Obama is going to help a majority of Americans.

give them to companies that create good-paying jobs, here at home.

I’ll put a $1000 tax cut into the pockets of 95% of workers and their families.

That’s why, as President, I’ll end tax breaks for companies that ship jobs overseas and

And, while Senator McCain is proposing $4 billion in new tax breaks for oil companies that are making record profits,

#4 - Part A: What is the author’s main purpose for writing Passage 1?

C) to convince the audience he can do better

A) to discuss the positives of Labor Day

B) to tell the audience about Joe Biden

D) to explain how hard people work

#4 - Part B: How does the author develop the purpose?

B) by describing the changes he will make

A) by explaining how he is a normal American

C) by showing how others have been wrong

D) by highlighting his positive qualities

#6 - Select three claims that Obama would agree with in Passage 1.

He will restore the country to a correct order.

He will work tirelessly for the American people.

He will help the working class out by cutting taxes.

He will stand for big business and help companies.

He will make a good president by paying for healthcare.

#7 - Read the sentence from Passage 1...“It’s time we had a President who will stand up for working men and women, by building an economy that rewards not just wealth, but work, and the workers who created it.” (paragraph 2)....What is the effect of the phrase “stand up for” in Passage 1?

D) It shows the audience he will fight for them.

A) It explains how he will be as president.

B) It describes stand tall and strong for the people.

C) It suggests he will be different from other presidents.

#8 - Select three details that should be included in a summary of Passage 1.

Barack Obama gave a speech about how he will stand up for the working men and women of our country.

Barack Obama will end tax cuts for the wealthy and alongside his running mate, will help make the working man’s dreams come true.

Barack Obama has spent his entire career fighting for working men and women.

Barack Obama gave a speech on Labor Day to address the failures of past leadership.

Barack Obama does not want to help the wealthy.

#9 - What common message is shared by Passage 1 and Passage 2?

C) Everyday working American’s are the heart of this country.

A) Be thankful for all the opportunities given to you.

B) Obama is one of the best presidents to hold the office.

D) The safety of our economy depends on working Americans.

#10 - What conclusion can be made about Barack Obama in Passage 1?

C) He will make changes to help the American people.

A) He will help the rich get richer.

D) He will always make the right choice.

#1 - Part A: What is the central idea of Passage 1?

B) Obama will fight to help the working man.

A) Obama is running for president.

D) Obama will take us in a new direction.

#1 - Part B: How does the author develop the central idea in Part A?

A) by explaining how he can help the average American

B) by describing how he is different from other candidates

C) by comparing himself to George Bush

D) by highlighting his strong childhood

#2 Read the following quote from Passage 1....“Joe Biden – a man whose heart and values are rooted firmly in the middle class.”...What message is Obama trying to get across to the audience?

B) Biden can relate to the common man.

D) Biden is in the middle class.

#3 - Select the box before two details from Passage 1, paragraph 3 that support how Obama is going to help a majority of Americans.

give them to companies that create good-paying jobs, here at home.

I’ll put a $1000 tax cut into the pockets of 95% of workers and their families.

That’s why, as President, I’ll end tax breaks for companies that ship jobs overseas and

And, while Senator McCain is proposing $4 billion in new tax breaks for oil companies that are making record profits,

#4 - Part A: What is the author’s main purpose for writing Passage 1?

C) to convince the audience he can do better

A) to discuss the positives of Labor Day

B) to tell the audience about Joe Biden

D) to explain how hard people work

#4 - Part B: How does the author develop the purpose?

B) by describing the changes he will make

A) by explaining how he is a normal American

C) by showing how others have been wrong

D) by highlighting his positive qualities

#6 - Select three claims that Obama would agree with in Passage 1.

He will restore the country to a correct order.

He will work tirelessly for the American people.

He will help the working class out by cutting taxes.

He will stand for big business and help companies.

He will make a good president by paying for healthcare.

#7 - Read the sentence from Passage 1...“It’s time we had a President who will stand up for working men and women, by building an economy that rewards not just wealth, but work, and the workers who created it.” (paragraph 2)....What is the effect of the phrase “stand up for” in Passage 1?

D) It shows the audience he will fight for them.

A) It explains how he will be as president.

B) It describes stand tall and strong for the people.

C) It suggests he will be different from other presidents.

#8 - Select three details that should be included in a summary of Passage 1.

Barack Obama gave a speech about how he will stand up for the working men and women of our country.

Barack Obama will end tax cuts for the wealthy and alongside his running mate, will help make the working man’s dreams come true.

Barack Obama has spent his entire career fighting for working men and women.

Barack Obama gave a speech on Labor Day to address the failures of past leadership.

Barack Obama does not want to help the wealthy.

#9 - What common message is shared by Passage 1 and Passage 2?

C) Everyday working American’s are the heart of this country.

A) Be thankful for all the opportunities given to you.

B) Obama is one of the best presidents to hold the office.

D) The safety of our economy depends on working Americans.

#10 - What conclusion can be made about Barack Obama in Passage 1?

C) He will make changes to help the American people.

A) He will help the rich get richer.

D) He will always make the right choice.

Informational Text - Author's Purpose

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the author in the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

To bore and confuse the reader

To educate and inform the reader

To entertain and engage the reader

To anger and frustrate the reader

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the author write the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

To entertain and engage the readers

To make the readers angry

To confuse the readers

To bore the readers

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message is the author trying to convey through the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

The author is trying to convey the message of friendship and loyalty

The author is trying to convey the message of love and romance

The author is trying to convey the message of mistaken identity and the consequences of making assumptions about others.

The author is trying to convey the message of adventure and excitement

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the author use characters to fulfill the purpose of the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

Keeping the characters static and unchanging

Introducing new characters randomly

Creating conflict, tension, and driving the plot forward

Having the characters play no significant role in the story

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What emotions does the author evoke in the readers through the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

Fear, anger, and disgust

Tension, anticipation, and curiosity

Confusion, boredom, and indifference

Happiness, contentment, and satisfaction

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What literary devices does the author use to achieve the purpose in the story 'Hearts and Hands'?

Alliteration, hyperbole, and personification

Flashback, imagery, and dialogue

Metaphor, simile, and onomatopoeia

Irony, symbolism, and foreshadowing

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the setting of the story 'Hearts and Hands' contribute to the author's purpose?

Adds humor and lightheartedness

Highlights the theme of love and romance

Creates a sense of fear and suspense

Creates a sense of irony and tension

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.7.3

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