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Reading: Literature3rd Grade

RL.3.7

Explain how specific aspects of a text's illustrations contribute to what is conveyed by the words.

For parents
Ask 'What does the picture show that the words don't? How does the picture make you feel?'
Free sample questions
  1. Question 1
    A story says "The girl walked into the room." The illustration shows the room decorated with balloons, streamers, and a big cake. The illustration helps show that —
    • The girl is at school
    • The room is empty
    • There's a party or celebration happening
    • The girl is sad
  2. Question 2
    Read this story part: 'Leo crept down the long, spooky hallway. Every little creak and groan made him jump. He wondered what was hiding in the shadows.' Imagine an illustration for this story shows Leo holding a tiny, flickering flashlight, his eyes wide with worry, and tall, dark shadows stretching from corners. How does this illustration help you understand the story words?
    • It shows that Leo is brave and not afraid at all.
    • It helps you see how bright and happy the hallway is.
    • It makes the hallway seem even more mysterious and a little scary.
    • It tells you exactly what Leo will find at the end of the hallway.
  3. Question 3
    In a picture book, the text says the character is "fine." But the illustration shows tears in the character's eyes. What does the illustration tell us?
    • The illustrator made a mistake
    • The character is lying about their feelings
    • The character really is fine
    • The character is laughing

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