ELA Reading and Language Arts Flashcards

What is a theme in a story?

Answer: The lesson or message the author conveys

The theme is the underlying message or lesson the author wants readers to take away from the story.

Which punctuation mark is used to show possession?

Answer: Apostrophe

An apostrophe followed by 's' (or just an apostrophe for plural nouns) shows possession.

What type of text structure is used when an author describes a problem and its solution?

Answer: Problem and solution

Problem-and-solution text structure identifies an issue and explains how it is or can be resolved.

What does 'context clues' mean in reading comprehension?

Answer: Guessing a word meaning from surrounding text

Context clues are hints within the surrounding text that help readers determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

Which sentence is an example of a compound sentence?

Answer: She ran, and he walked.

A compound sentence joins two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction like 'and.'

What is the meaning of the word 'vivid' in the sentence: 'The author used vivid descriptions to paint a picture'?

Answer: Bright and detailed

Vivid means producing strong, clear mental images; it describes descriptions that are rich and detailed.