Test Preparation Key Words

What does the word "summary" mean?

• to tell the most important parts of a text in 3-4 sentences

• to tell a detail

• write your opinion

• to tell the theme of a story

What does the word "claim" mean?

• an argument or opinon

• the lesson a character learns in a story

• the trait that best describes a character

• connect

Match the following test question vocabulary with a synonym that matches the definition.

• add

• contribute

• connect

• relate

• change or influence

• quality

• character trait

• structure

• organized

• affected

What sentence tells a theme of the three little pigs?

• don't open the door for a wolf

• build your house from bricks

• never trust a wolf

• taking your time to do something right pays off in the end

Which text structure is shown in the following sentence:

"If a star fish loses its leg, it can grow a new one."

• compare and contrast

• cause and effect

• description

• sequence

The _____ of a story is a life lesson that anyone can learn.

Which of the following should be included in a summary of a fictional text?

Select ALL that apply.

• The problem and solution

• the main characters' names and important facts about them

• what color shirt the main character was wearing

• every detail about what the main character does

What does the word motivation mean?

• the reason why someone does something

• a life lesson

• the problem in a story

• how the problem in a story is solved

What is a theme of the story the Fox and the Crow?

• don't talk with your mouth full

• watch out for flattery

• never listen to a fox

• someone could steal something from you if you aren't watching

Which words most closely match the definition of the word "perspective" as it is used in the sentence below?

What is Jane's perspective on the gift?

• how someone thinks or feel about a topic

• argument

• lesson

• misunderstanding