Making Predictions from Story Titles

The video tutorial teaches how to preview a story by analyzing its title and genre. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the title and using the genre to make predictions about the story. The tutorial provides strategies for making educated guesses about the story's content before reading, helping readers engage more deeply with the text.

What is the primary purpose of examining a story's title before reading?

• To determine the length of the story

• To find out the author's background

• To understand the main character's name

• To make predictions about the story

What is a common mistake readers make when starting a new book?

• Skipping the author's biography

• Ignoring the title and rushing into the text

• Reading the book backwards

• Reading the last page first

What initial thought does the title 'Saved by a Seal' provoke?

• The story is about a zoo

• The story is a historical account

• The story is about a pirate adventure

• The story involves a rescue by a seal

How does understanding the genre help in predicting the story?

• It reveals the author's writing style

• It helps identify the main character's age

• It indicates the story's length

• It provides clues about the story's setting

What genre is 'Saved by a Seal' classified under?

• Mystery

• Adventure

• Romance

• Science Fiction

What is the first step in making a prediction about a story?

• Reading the last chapter

• Analyzing the title

• Reading reviews online

• Checking the publication date

What is the second step in making a prediction about a story?

• Checking the book's price

• Reading the author's biography

• Understanding the genre

• Identifying the main character

What is the final step in making a prediction about a story?

• Listing all characters

• Drawing a character sketch

• Making a prediction based on title and prior knowledge

• Writing a summary

What can be inferred about the main character in 'Saved by a Seal'?

• The character is a seal

• The character is likely to encounter trouble

• The character is a historical figure

• The character is a famous author

What did you learn in this lesson about previewing a story?

• How to publish a book

• How to draw illustrations

• How to predict a story's outcome using title and genre

• How to write a story