4th Grade ELA Review

What is the main idea of a text?

• The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

• A summary of the text's content.

• The author's opinion on a subject.

• The conclusion drawn from the text.

What is the difference between theme and main idea?

• Theme is the primary point of a specific text, while main idea is the underlying message or lesson.

• Theme is the underlying message or lesson, while main idea is the primary point of a specific text.

• Theme and main idea are the same and can be used interchangeably.

• Theme refers to the author's intent, while main idea refers to the reader's interpretation.

What is a cause and effect relationship?

• A connection where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

• A situation where two events occur simultaneously without any relation.

• A relationship where one event prevents another from happening.

• A connection that is purely coincidental and has no impact on each other.

Why are headings important in a text?

• They make the text look more appealing.

• They tell the reader what that section of text is about and helps them figure out the main idea.

• They are used to increase the word count of the text.

• They serve as a decorative element without any real purpose.

What is the role of an author in a text?

• To entertain the reader with jokes and anecdotes.

• To convey ideas, tell a story, or provide information to the reader.

• To edit and proofread the text for grammatical errors.

• To summarize the text in a single sentence.

What structure is used in a text that tells a problem and what caused the problem?

• Cause and effect.

• Chronological order.

• Problem and solution.

• Descriptive structure.

What is a topic in a text?

• The subject or main focus of the text.

• A summary of the text's content.

• A detailed analysis of the text's themes.

• The author's personal opinion on the subject.

What are details in a text?

• Specific pieces of information that support the main idea or theme.

• General statements that summarize the text.

• Opinions expressed by the author.

• Unrelated facts that do not connect to the main idea.

What are text features?

• Elements like headings, subheadings, and captions that help organize and clarify information in a text.

• Visual elements that are purely decorative and do not convey information.

• Textual elements that are only found in fiction writing.

• Features that are used to enhance the aesthetic appeal of a document.

What is a lesson the author is trying to teach?

• Theme.

• Moral lesson.

• Character development.

• Plot twist.