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Story Stages Plot Diagram

1. The exposition introduces the characters and setting of a story.


2. The climax is the turning point with the highest tension.
3. During the falling action, events start to resolve after the climax.
4. The rising action builds up to the climax with increasing tension.
5. The resolution concludes the story and resolves any remaining issues.

Little Red Riding Hood Plot Diagram

1. Exposition: Little Red Riding Hood is asked to take food to her grandmother.
2. Rising Action: She meets the wolf, who tricks her into picking flowers.
3. Climax: The wolf reveals himself and attacks.
4. Falling Action: The woodcutter rescues Little Red Riding Hood.
5. Resolution: Grandmother is found safe; Little Red learns her lesson.

Point of View

1. POV in the passage: Third person.


2. Rewrite using another POV: Example in first person: "I looked out the window and
sighed. I had been waiting all morning for the rain to stop."
3. Answer: c) First person.

Using Dialogue

1. Punctuation: Quotation marks.


2. New paragraph rule: Start a new line when a new character begins speaking.
3. Corrected Dialogue:
o "Where are you going?" asked Sarah.
o "I’m going to the park," replied Tom. "Do you want to come with me?"
o Sarah nodded. "Sure, I’ll join you. When do we leave?"
4. Answer: b) To develop characters and advance the plot.

Proverbs

1. “Where there’s a will, there’s a way” → a) If you have a strong desire, you can find a
solution.
2. “You can’t judge a book by its cover” → a) People’s appearances don’t always show
who they really are.
3. “The early bird catches the worm” → b) Getting up early helps you succeed.
b) “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.”
Answer: a) If you have a strong desire, you can find a solution.

1. “You can’t judge a book by its cover.”


Answer: a) People’s appearances don’t always show who they really are.
2. “The early bird catches the worm.”
Answer: b) Getting up early helps you succeed.

Facts vs. Opinion

Part A:

1. Fact
2. Opinion
3. Fact
4. Opinion
5. Fact

Part B:

 Facts about Amazon Rainforest: It produces a significant portion of oxygen; covers


5.5 million square kilometers.
 Opinions about Amazon Rainforest: It is one of the most beautiful places;
deforestation threatens its survival.

Features of Fantasy

1. Setting: b) An enchanted forest and a hidden kingdom.


2. Who helps: b) Magical creatures and talking animals.
3. Main challenge: b) Fighting a dark sorcerer.
4. What makes it fantasy: a) It includes magical creatures, a wizard, and enchanted
places.
5. Fantasy features in text: Magical orb, enchanted forest, talking owl, floating stones.

Fantasy Features in the Text

From the passage:

1. Magical Setting:

 "The Whispering Woods, where the trees glowed faintly with silver light."
 This describes a mysterious and enchanted setting typical of fantasy stories.
2. Magical Object:

 "A crystal orb in her hands."


 The orb humming with swirling colors is a fantastical element.

3. Talking Animal:

 "The owl with emerald eyes, perched on her shoulder."


 Talking animals are a common feature in fantasy stories.

4. Quest/Adventure:

 "You must take this to the Guardian of the Sky."


 The protagonist is tasked with a mission, a hallmark of fantasy.

5. Floating Path:

 "Stepped onto the floating stones that formed a pathway through the misty air."
 Unrealistic, magical occurrences are another key feature of fantasy.

Making Inferences

Questions:

1. Why is Lila nervous? She is meeting someone for a secretive exchange.


2. What might be in the package and envelope? Important or secretive items.
3. Why leave the package? It may be meant for someone else or unsafe.
4. Relationship: A business-like or cautious partnership.

Jason's Inference:

 Jason likely forgot his homework and is nervous about being called out.

STEAL Method

1. Direct/Indirect Characterization:
o 1: a) Direct.
o 2: b) Indirect.
o 3: a) Direct.
o 4: b) Indirect.
1. Direct Characterization (Explicit traits described by the author):
o "Maya was known for her adventurous spirit."
o "She never backed down from a challenge."
2. Indirect Characterization (Traits inferred through actions, words, or behaviors):
o Action: "She climbed the tallest tree in the park just to retrieve a lost kite."
o Speech: “It’s no big deal,” she said with a grin, brushing the leaves off her
jacket.
o Effect on Others: "She often encouraged her friends to join her on daring
quests."

Challenge Question: Why is it useful to combine direct and indirect characterization?

Combining both techniques provides a richer, more nuanced portrayal of a character. Direct
characterization gives the reader clear, concise details, while indirect characterization
engages the reader by allowing them to infer traits based on actions and behaviors, making
the character feel more dynamic and realistic.

2. Examples of STEAL:
o Speech: “I just love creating art.”
o Thoughts: “Jake thought about painting a sunset.”
o Effect on Others: Admired as the best artist.
o Actions: Spends hours perfecting his work.
o Looks: Smudged shirt from painting.
d) Match the statements below to the correct STEAL category:

1 “Jake always wore a smudged shirt from his hours of painting.”


Answer: e) Looks

2 “I just love creating art. It makes me feel alive!”


Answer: a) Speech

3 “Jake’s classmates often admired his talent, saying he was the best artist they’d ever
seen.”
Answer: c) Effect on Others

4 “Jake thought about painting a sunset, imagining all the colors he would mix to make
it perfect.”
Answer: b) Thoughts

5 “Jake spent hours working on his drawings, determined to get every detail just
right.”
Answer: d) Actions

Figurative Language

1. Simile: "Her laughter as bright as the first rays of dawn."


2. Metaphor: "The morning sun was a golden coin."
3. Alliteration: "Bella bounded along the bubbling brook."
4. Personification: "The trees danced in the breeze."
Formal and Informal Language

Practice:

1. Formal
2. Informal
3. Formal
4. Informal
5. Formal
6. Informal

Rewrite:

1. "Could you please send me the details about the trip?"


2. "I regret that I will be unable to attend your party."
3. "Can you help me with my homework?"
4. "I can’t make it to the event."

Features of Biography

1. Ibn Sina was born in 980 in Uzbekistan.


2. He studied science, philosophy, and medicine.
3. He wrote The Canon of Medicine.
4. He established foundations of modern medicine.
5. Lesson: Importance of learning and curiosity.

Fatima al-Fihri:

1. Important for founding the University of al-Qarawiyyin.


2. Born in Tunisia in 800; moved to Morocco.
3. Built a place for education.
4. Inspired generations of scholars.
5. Inspire readers to use their resources for good.
Features of Non-Chronological Reports

1. Purpose: b) To give information about penguins.


2. Habitat section: c) Habitat.
3. Feathers: a) They keep them warm in cold climates.
4. Carnivore meaning: c) An animal that eats only meat.

Pinguin special bodies - Physical Features


Answer: "Penguins have streamlined bodies and strong flippers, making them excellent
swimmers. They use their wings like paddles to propel themselves through the water. Most
penguins are small, but some species, like the Emperor Penguin, can grow up to 1.2 meters
tall."

Penguin food - Diet


Answer: "Penguins are carnivores. Their diet mainly consists of fish, squid, and krill. They
are skilled hunters and can dive deep into the ocean to catch their food."

Where Pinguin live - Habitat


Answer: "Penguins usually live in cold climates, but some species are found in warmer
regions like South Africa and South America. They often gather in large colonies called
rookeries."
1. False 2. False 3. True 4. False

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