RL.1.b
Description:
Key Ideas and Details
Read closely to comprehend text.
Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support inferences drawn from the text.
Maps to Reading Plus skills:
1B
Exemplars
1B: Analyzing Implicit Details
1B: Analyzing Implicit Details
Description:
Drawing Conclusions, Making Inferences from information in text
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
G-4
G-4
Grade level: 7
Word count: 1872 words
Author: Mike Buchanan and Diane Lang
Synopsis: A teenager learns to view her life in a new light.
Excerpt:
"Will you take me to the park again, even though I ran into the street?" he asked.
"Yes, we'll go to the park, but first we're going to talk Mom into getting us a puppy. Then you won't be scared of dogs."
"Puppies are so cute. I want a puppy!" Lucas cried excitedly.
"Yes, we'll go to the park, but first we're going to talk Mom into getting us a puppy. Then you won't be scared of dogs."
"Puppies are so cute. I want a puppy!" Lucas cried excitedly.
Question:
Why does Olivia think a dog would be a good pet for Lucas?
- It would cure his fear of dogs.
- It would teach him responsibility.
- It would help him communicate better.
- It would show him the consequences of his actions.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Explain how prior knowledge helped you infer information from a selection.
Evaluator
Organization:
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