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Read Aloud Notes
Author's Craft : Answer the questions below after the specific readings. If you forget any of the types of author’s craft within a question, use the link to refresh your memory.
Week 1 From what point of view is the story told? Why do you think the author chose this point of view? Compare this to other books that use a similar point of view.
Week 2 What kinds of characters does the author develop? Are they stereotypical, unique, or both? Provide specific examples and compare to other books you’ve read.
Week 3 Does the author use imagery effectively? Provide specific examples and compare to other books you’ve read.
Week 4 Does the author use figurative language effectively? Provide specific examples and compare to other books you’ve read.
Week 5
How would you describe the author’s style? Provide specific examples and compare to other books you’ve read.
Week 6 What is a major theme of the story? Provide specific examples and compare to other books you’ve read.
Comprehension : For the readings below, you will be given one or more comprehension questions to answer. Copy and paste them below and answer them in detail with specific examples.
Week 1 Who are the main characters and what sides are they on as the Great War begins?
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Inferences : For the readings below, you will be given a passage that we read. Explain the underlying importance of the passage in terms of the overall plot, theme, or individual character development. Why is the passage important to the story? What does it show or do for the story?
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Vocabulary : Define at least 3 higher-level vocabulary words from each group of readings. Write one or more sentences that use each word.
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World Building Connections : Refer back to the rules for world building that we established at the beginning of our project. How well does this author follow the rules?
Weeks How well does the author follow the “Dos” for world building?
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How well does the author follow the “Don’ts” for world building?