True or False: A linking verb can also be an action verb.

• True

• False

• Sometimes

• Only in certain contexts

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CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.K.1B

What is the significance of using text structures in writing?

• It makes the writing more colorful and artistic.

• It helps organize information clearly, making it easier for readers to understand the content.

• It allows writers to express their personal opinions more freely.

• It increases the length of the text without adding value.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

How can understanding text structures improve reading comprehension?

• It allows readers to memorize the text better.

• It helps readers anticipate the type of information presented, enhancing their ability to grasp the main ideas and details.

• It encourages readers to skip less important sections of the text.

• It makes reading more enjoyable and entertaining.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What does it mean to compare and contrast?

• To identify similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

• To analyze a single subject in depth.

• To summarize the main points of a text.

• To evaluate the effectiveness of a solution.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is the cause and effect text structure?

• It describes a sequence of events in chronological order.

• It explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

• It compares and contrasts two different subjects.

• It provides a detailed description of a single topic.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Identify the problem and solution in this scenario: 'Mrs. Walker suggested an earlier bedtime for Marcus.'

• Problem: Marcus is too energetic in class. Solution: An earlier bedtime might help.

• Problem: Marcus falls asleep in class. Solution: An earlier bedtime might help.

• Problem: Marcus is not completing his homework. Solution: An earlier bedtime might help.

• Problem: Marcus is late to school. Solution: An earlier bedtime might help.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What is the main idea of a text?

• The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey to the reader.

• The main idea is a summary of the text's conclusion.

• The main idea is the author's opinion on a subject.

• The main idea is the title of the text.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Give an example of a linking verb in a sentence.

• In the sentence 'The boys should have been sleepy by now,' 'have been' is the linking verb.

• In the sentence 'She is a teacher,' 'is' is the linking verb.

• In the sentence 'They run fast,' 'run' is the linking verb.

• In the sentence 'He seems happy,' 'happy' is the linking verb.

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CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.2.6

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.4.1B

Identify the cause and effect in this sentence: 'The fertilizer caused too much algae to grow.'

• Cause: The fertilizer was used. Effect: Too much algae grew.

• Cause: Too much algae grew. Effect: The fertilizer was used.

• Cause: The algae caused the fertilizer to grow. Effect: The fertilizer was applied.

• Cause: The water was polluted. Effect: The fertilizer was used.

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CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

What is an example of a sentence using a linking verb?

• The kids looked for the truck in the store.

• She is a talented musician.

• They seem happy today.

• He ran quickly to the store.