My car was messy and cluttered this morning, but I cleaned it so now it is spotless.

Charles is so polite. He is kind and always says please and thank you.

My friend asked me to bring beverages such as water, tea, and lemonade to the picnic.

You must eat nutritious food to stay healthy and strong!

When I came inside from working in the sun all day, I drank 2 bottles of water because I was so parched.

The long, steep hike up the rocky mountain was grueling.

Mrs. Forsyth was elated because her kids worked so hard and did great on their project!

The aroma of coffee brewing in the kitchen this morning made me feel more awake.

My class begged me to permit them to play games when they were finished with their work.

What does it mean to quote directly from the text?

How can using quotes help support arguments in writing?

Why is it important to include page numbers when citing textual evidence?

When quoting directly from a text, should you change the wording of the quote?

Give an example of how a quote can be used to support an argument.

Explain the difference between paraphrasing and quoting directly from a text.

What punctuation marks are used to indicate a quote in writing?

Can you use quotes from a text to prove different points in your writing?

How can you make sure your quotes are relevant to the point you are trying to make?

Why is it important to analyze the context of a quote when using it as evidence?

It's so hot. I see sand everywhere I look, however, the waves and seagulls are absent. What has sand and heat? Where am I?

Oh my, the sounds, birds, insects, and waterfalls surround me. A frightening squeal rockets past as a monkey swings from a vine. The dense, rich greenery on the ground and trees make it hard to know where to go. Where am I?

The cool and refreshing water slaps against the side of our boat. An occasional spray wets our face. Boaters wave as they pass by. Where am I?

There are animal sounds and odors everywhere! Just as I'm about to gag on an odor, a friendly cow walks and looks at me. She makes me chuckle. Then a chicken squawks from behind me. The reader can tell I am-

I've toured the aisles long and hard. I'm determined to select just the one. Then I find it with chapters and graphic galore! What has aisles? What is the speaker doing? Where am I?

I stood in awe at the shelves full of equipment. There were test tubes, goggles, and beakers/ The specimens in jars were astounding. What are googles for? What is a beaker? Where am I?

I can see hundreds of kids. They're excited to be free, if just for a while. The smells of lunch disperse through the room. A few parents smile and laugh as they dine with their young ones. An adult walks around among the children. Where am I?

The room is silent. Desks are in rows. Students are working alone, scarcely looking up or moving around. The teacher walks slowly, monitoring the room with grave intensity. The reader can tell I am in -

I go to the section that has my size. I wear a medium, and I'm looking for pink. I'm hopeful I will find the right garment at the right price. Where am I?

I can't wait to go look at the fishing supplies with my uncle. But first, I need to assist my cousins in finding the right pair of cleats. Then my aunt needs a new tennis racket. I hope I brought enough money. Where am I?

We are trying to find the right hose for my dad's compressor. He was using it to wash the house, but the hose broke. He tried to fix it with a screwdriver, but that didn't work. Now we're here at this boring place. Where am I?

I love the smell of candles burning and the tranquil sound of soft music in the background. "I can't wait to see what color you pick for your manicure," mom says to me. I'm not sure whether to do French or vibrant red. Where am I?

Sara told her mom, "I wish my hair was way shorter." "Well, we are going Saturday to Twyla's Salon," her mom replied. What did Sara want? Why would Sara want that? After Saturday, Sara's hair will likely be-

When Sara arrived at Twyla's Salon, her friend Monique was there. Monique was getting her hair colored, and Sara was getting it cut. They has a great time seeing each other. How did Sara feel about seeing Monique? What will most likely be true after they leave the salon?

What can you infer about this setting? Mr. Jefferson is munching on his lunch. There is a lot of noise as he walks by the table chatting with students.

   Lyriq was in her room reading a book. Her mom called her to come downstairs and help. As Lyriq entered the kitchen, her mom handed her a pile of plates. Lyriq put them on the table and went to get the silverware and glasses.
You can infer that it is...              

Rayna opened the door to the bathroom and said, “What is that dripping sound? Why is the carpet wet and squishy all around the bathtub? The rest of the carpet is dry. Oh no!”
What is the problem?

Catrell couldn’t sleep. She knew she shouldn’t have picked that movie. Perhaps a comedy or romance would have suited her better. Now all she could think of was that ghostly white face. 
What type of movie did she watch? 

Kwa'meek tried as hard as he could to stay awake. Everyone had told him that he was real, but he needed to see for sure. Last year he had tried to stay awake all night, but had fallen asleep around 9:30 only to wake up in the morning surrounded by presents.
What is Kwa'meek staying up for? 

The house was completely dark, except for the few candles that had been lit and the flashlights that were being carried by Braelyn & Zacari. A terrible storm was raging outside and we wondered when we would get power again.

What has happened to the two boys?

Monte had fun hiking in the woods and doing crafts.  He also really enjoyed the campfire sing-a-long and had made a lot of new friends. Still, he was glad that tomorrow he would be going home.
Where is Monte?

Tamina held her breath as her teacher returned the math test the class had taken last week.  Tamina had not studied very hard or long for the test, and she was worried about her grade.  Her teacher handed Tamina her test.  Tamina groaned and put her head down on her desk.
It is likely that:

Khloe was on her way to volunteer at the animal shelter.  She was very excited!  She really liked dogs.  Her brother was allergic to dogs, however, so she was rarely around them.  Khloe had a lot of fun playing with the puppies.  But after her shift, itchy bumps appeared on her arms.
It is likely that:

Zaniyah's was dramatic. She cried over everything, but doing art was the thing that made her happiest. One day, she walked into her sister's room to find her crying. There were bright red, yellow, blue, and green puddles of liquid all over the floor.

What can you infer about the story?

My sister walked her office with her glasses on. it was my first time to see her with her glasses. Her eyes were puffy and teary. I saw her getting a bag of cough drops and some tea mixed with honey.

What was wrong with my sister?

Snakes don't have ears. But that doesn't mean they can't tell when something is coming close. Snakes are able to feel the shaking of the ground. Snakes can also see and smell very well.

What can you infer from this passage?

Aleesia was excited to get out of the car. She had been waiting for a long time and finally she's home. She skipped as she went up the walkway to the house, and her mom opened the door. Suddenly, everyone shouted, "Surprise!"

What can you infer from this passage?