Notice & Note Nonfiction Signposts

While reading a story about Benjamin's adventure, Anika noticed a difference between what she knew about Benjamin's character and his actions in the story. Similarly, she also noticed a difference between the actions of Benjamin and Kai in the story. What is this technique called?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

Evelyn, Rohan, and Emma are discussing a book they read. They are trying to understand the difference between certain elements in the book. Why does this difference matter?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

While reading a book, Kai noticed that the author uses language that leaves no doubt, exaggerates, or pushes the limit. Evelyn and James were discussing the same. What is this technique called?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

Why did Evelyn say 'I absolutely love this book!'?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

When Michael is reading a newspaper article, he notices specific percentages, population counts, and financial amounts. What reading strategy is he using?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

Why did Benjamin use those numbers or amounts in his presentation on global warming?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

While Hannah was reading a book, she noticed that the author quoted a famous scientist, shared a personal perspective, and cited words from a renowned poet. This is an example of what reading strategy?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

Why did Mia quote Ava in her presentation?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

While reading a novel in the library, Aiden comes across a word he doesn’t understand.

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps

During a group study session, Mason came across a word in his textbook that seemed familiar. Samuel suggested it might be technical jargon for experts. Harper thought they could find clues in the sentence to help them understand the word. What strategy are they using?

• Contrasts & Contradictions

• Absolute / Extreme Language

• Numbers & Stats

• Quoted Words

• Word Gaps