Exploring Notice and Note Signposts in Close Reading

The video tutorial introduces the concept of signposts in literature, which are cues authors use to highlight important elements in a story, such as character conflicts and life lessons. It focuses on the 'aha moment' signpost, where a character realizes something significant, and explains how this can reveal the story's conflict or theme. The tutorial also outlines six types of signposts to look for when reading, encouraging students to notice and note these elements to enhance comprehension.

What is the primary purpose of signposts in reading?

• To confuse the readers

• To make the story more interesting

• To assist readers in identifying important elements in the story

• To help readers understand the plot

Which of the following is NOT an example of a real-life signpost mentioned in the video?

• Rest area sign

• Billboard

• Traffic light

• Stop sign

What should you do when you encounter an 'Aha Moment' in a story?

• Write it down

• Skip to the next chapter

• Ask yourself how it might change things

• Ignore it

What is an 'Aha Moment'?

• A moment when a character realizes something important

• A moment of sadness

• A moment of conflict

• A moment of humor

What does the 'Aha Moment' signpost help readers understand?

• The setting of the story

• Why characters do what they do

• The author's background

• The genre of the story

What is the purpose of an anchor question?

• To guide readers in understanding the significance of a signpost

• To summarize the story

• To confuse the readers

• To help readers remember the plot

How many signposts are introduced in the video?

• Seven

• Six

• Five

• Four

Which of the following is NOT one of the six signposts mentioned?

• Plot Twist

• Memory Moment

• Words of the Wiser

• Aha Moment

What should you do when you see a traffic signpost?

• Ignore it

• Take a picture

• Ask yourself what it means

• Speed up

What should you do if you miss a signpost in a story?

• Rewind and look for it

• Ignore it

• Skip to the next chapter

• Ask a friend