Stack A: How to Create a Time Capsule

How does the author’s overall text structure contribute to the meaning of the text?

• The author provides details in chronological order to allow the reader to understand how to make a time capsule.

• The author presents details to describe the history of time capsules and how valuable they can be in the future.

• The author compares and contrasts the various containers that can be used to make a time capsule.

• The author provides actions in sequential order that allow the reader to better understand the steps to make a time capsule.

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

             Part A

             What is the central idea of the passage?

• Time capsules should be kept in appropriate containers to keep them safe.

• Learning about the past through a time capsule is better than learning through a history book.

• Creating a time capsule requires the right container and storage in a secure location to avoid damage.

• Personal items, like photographs, are better for time capsules that are being left for family members.

1. Part B 

Select two relevant details that support the central idea.

• “So why not create a time capsule that will thrill and fascinate someone in the future?” (Introduction

• “A capsule made of cardboard or paper may be completely destroyed by fire, flood or other disasters.” (Choose the Right Container, Step 1)

• “Things that may seem to be of little value now may be fascinating to someone in 75 or 100 years.” (Assemble the Content, Step 2)

• “Storing a time capsule inside is a secure alternative to storing it underground.” (Find the Right Spot, Step 2)

• “In the letter you can include information about yourself and the time you lived in.” (Store The Time Capsule, Step 2)

1. How does the following relevant detail support the central idea of the section, Assemble The Contents?

“Knowing the audience will help you pick the right contents.” (Assemble the Content, Step 1)

• The detail explains how the audience will know how to find the different objects within the time capsule

• The detail gives an example of why some people will not be able to view the items in the time capsule.

• The detail describes which items should be left out of a time capsule to keep it safe for people in the future.

• The detail explains how to determine if objects are important enough to be stored and teach people about the past.

Select the sentence that shows the author’s perspective: “Time capsules require careful planning.”

• “Write down all of the contents and place the list in the capsule and in your records.” (Assemble the Contents, Step 3)

• “The capsule is less likely to be removed or opened this way.” (Find The Right Spot, Step 1)

• “They are even more fun to open years down the line.” (introduction)

• “Soon, though, you will forget all about it unless you are reminded!” (Store The Time Capsule, Step 3

How is the author’s purpose developed in the text?

• The author includes headings and diagrams to persuade people to find a time capsule.

• The author includes steps to explain why time capsules are the best way to store new things.

• The author includes details and steps to explain how good time capsules should be created.

• The author includes examples of time capsules to entertain the reader with facts.

Fill in one bubble for each row to explain how each text feature contributes meaning to the text.