What are some discussion norms in a literature circle?
A.read quietly during the entire literature circle
B.listen actively and come prepared
C.talk for 20 minutes by yourself
What is the first step in a literature circle?
A.The teacher asks questions
B.Word Wizard shares vocabulary
C.The facilitator reviews the norms or expectations
In a literature circle, every student has a role.
The facilitator should ask questions about the part of the book read and make sure everyone has a chance to speak.
What questions can the facilitator ask? Check all that apply.
A.questions about theme
B.questions about characters
C.questions about what's for lunch
D.questions about plot
What is the role of the summarizer?
A.Ask questions
B.Make connections
C.Retell the story using a short summary
D.Call on people to state their roles
What is the role of the connector?
A.Make connections between the story and themselves or between the text and another text/real-life event/SDG
B.Summarize a part of the text.
C.Ask five questions
What is the role of word wizard?
A.Make a list of questions about the assigned reading
B.Make a list of important vocabulary from the assigned reading
C.Make a list of major actions in the book
You will have to complete a reflection after every literature circle.
You can make your own plan for reading the novel, regardless of what your group decides.
What can you do to prepare for a literature circle? Check all that apply.
A.Read the assigned pages/chapters
B.Complete the work for your role
C.Bring your materials to the circle: book, folder with your work
D.Just show up. You do not need to bring anything.