Looking for Lincoln Comprehension

Author’s Craft: Word Choice (p. 232)

Why is burst a better word choice than walked?

• Burst is a stronger, more precise word that conveys the excitement and energy Louis feels as he walks through the door.

• Burst is a weaker, more precise word that conveys the how slow and and bored Louis feels as he walks through the door.

Skill: Cause and Effect (p. 232)

What causes excitement in Louis’s family?

• Louis brings home a library book from the main library

• Louis brings home a special meal.

Visualize (p. 232)

How do Louis’s parents feel when Louis comes home with the library book? Select 2 answers.

• They are surprised and excited. I can visualize Daddy shaking his head.

• Then they realize people could get in trouble, even though the rule Louis broke is unfair, and I visualize worried looks on their faces.

• They are upset and angry at Louis.

• They don't really care about Louis bringing a library book.

Skill: Main Idea and Details (p. 233)

What do all the details on page 233 have in common?

• They tell what Abe Lincoln was like when he was a boy.

• They tell what Abe Lincoln was like when he was a President.

• They tell what Abe Lincoln was like when he was a married.

Skill: Main Idea and Details (p. 233)

What is the main idea on page 233?

• Abe Lincoln was kind, independent, fun-loving, and liked to learn.

• Abe Lincoln was rude and hated school.

Genre - Historical fiction may include true facts about real people, events, and settings. It also includes made-up characters and dialogue.

Who are the FICTIONAL characters in this story? Select 3 answers.

• Louis

• Mama

• Daddy

• Abraham Lincoln

Genre - Historical fiction may include true facts about real people, events, and settings. It also includes made-up characters and dialogue.

Who was a REAL person in this story?

• Louis

• Mama

• Daddy

• Abraham Lincoln

Genre - Historical Fiction

Why do you think the author includes facts and details about Abe Lincoln? Select 3.

• To show how he and Louis are similar

• To inform readers about an important President

• To help explain how he grew up to be someone who made a difference

Skill: Cause and Effect (p. 234-235)

What effect does reading about Abraham Lincoln have on Louis?

• Louis is able to write three whole pages when he sits down to write his essay.

• Louis learned so much that he cannot write anything for his essay.

Purpose - One purpose of Finding Lincoln is to describe how one person can change things.

How did the librarian change things for Louis and his family?

• She treated them fairly and let Louis check out a book, even though it was against the rules.

• She changed their address.