R.6.6.i
Description:
Identify cause and effect relationships.
Maps to Reading Plus skills:
3C
Exemplars
3C: Analyzing Cause/Effect
3C: Analyzing Cause/Effect
Description:
Analyzing Cause and Effect
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
F-10
F-10
Grade level: 6
Word count: 1892 words
Author: Claire O'Connell
Synopsis: Ellen Ochoa loved both music and science, in addition to having the "right stuff."
Excerpt:
Ochoa's Hispanic roots come from her father's side of the family. His parents were Mexican, but he was born in the United States. Her father grew up speaking both Spanish and English, but he did not like to speak Spanish in front of his children. On speaking engagements, Ochoa tells audiences, "When I was growing up, my father believed, as many people did at the time, that there was prejudice against people speaking their native language. It's really too bad, and I'm glad that things have changed in recent years."
Question:
Why did Ochoa say her father was reluctant to speak Spanish in front of his children?
- He did not want to attract prejudice.
- He spend most of his youth in Mexico.
- He did not want them to make fun of him.
- His children would not listen him.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Describe the cause and effect relationship in a selection you read.
Evaluator
Organization:
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