Figurative Language
Jim's anger was a volcano, ready to erupt at any moment.
Metaphor
Name two things a summary should include and two things it shouldn't include.
Should: name of text, verb (discusses), central idea, supporting details, conclusion sentence
Shouldn't: your opinion, words copied from the text, unnecessary details.
Jordan stood at the free throw line, his hands shaking. His team was down by one point, and there were only seconds left in the game. Earlier, he had missed two easy shots and let his teammates down.
“You’ve got this,” his coach called from the sidelines.
Jordan took a deep breath. He remembered all the hours he had practiced in his driveway, shooting basket after basket. He bounced the ball once, twice, and then shot.
Swish.
The buzzer sounded as his team cheered.
Don't give up/believe in yourself
Name the five paragraphs for an argumentative essasy (you must be specific with the body paragraphs).
Intro
Body 1 and 2 Resons for your claim
Body 3 Counterclaim and rebuttal
Conclusion
Maya felt reluctant to step onto the stage, even though she had practiced her speech many times. Her hands trembled as she looked out at the audience.
What does reluctant most likely mean?
Reluctant = unwilling or hesitant
The last piece of cake was calling my name.
Personification
How is the information organized in the following passage?
Baseball is known as America's pastime. This sport has been around since the 18th century and has grown in popularity. In addition, baseball has complex rules such as the stealing of bases and varieties of pitches.
Description/Definition
Lena stared at the shattered vase on the floor. It had belonged to her grandmother, and her mother had warned her to be careful.
“It wasn’t me,” Lena said quickly when her mom walked in.
But later that night, Lena couldn’t sleep. The lie felt heavier than the broken vase.
The next morning, she took a deep breath. “I broke it,” she admitted.
Her mother sighed but smiled softly. “Thank you for telling the truth.”
Honesty is important, even when it is difficult.
What does RACE stand for?
Restate the question
Answer the question
Cite evidence
Explain evidence
The teacher gave a stern warning, her voice serious as she explained the consequences of cheating.
What does stern most likely mean?
Stern = strict or serious
Audrey was as brave as a lion.
Simile
How is this text organized?
Chickfila and Canes are both popular chicken fast food chains but have many features that set them apart. While Chickfila is popular for both nuggets and sandwiches, Canes is known for their chicken strips. Both restaurants feature signature sauces, though fans argue over which is better.
Compare and Contrast
Miguel walked into the cafeteria, clutching his lunch tray. Every table seemed full. Everyone was laughing and talking, but no one noticed him.
Just as he was about to sit alone, a girl waved him over. “Hey, you can sit with us.”
Miguel smiled, feeling the tight knot in his chest loosen.
Later, he waved to another new student standing alone and said, “You can sit here.”
Kindness can make other feel included.
What are the three components of an introduction paragraph?
Hook
Background Info
Thesis
The tiny seed showed resilience as it pushed through the hard soil and began to grow despite the dry conditions.
What does resilience most likely mean?
Resilience = ability to recover or keep going despite difficulty
What does this metaphor mean?
His cotton candy words did not appeal to her taste.
It is expressing that the boy uses a lot of sweet talk but it does not work on the girl who knows it is insincere.
Many schools are starting gardens where students can grow fruits and vegetables. These gardens help students learn about science, nutrition, and responsibility. Students take care of the plants by watering them, pulling weeds, and making sure they get enough sunlight. In addition, school gardens can provide fresh food for the cafeteria or for families in the community.
What is the central idea of this passage?
Central Idea: School gardens help students learn important skills and provide benefits to the school and community.
(Also acceptable: School gardens are beneficial for learning and providing food.)
Talia did most of the work on the group project. She researched, created the slides, and even practiced the presentation. When it was time to present, her group members stumbled through their parts, clearly unprepared.
After class, Talia felt frustrated. It didn’t seem fair that everyone would get the same grade.
The next day, she spoke with her teacher, who allowed her to explain her contributions. Later, her group members apologized and admitted they should have helped more.
Talia realized that speaking up respectfully had made a difference.
It is important to speak up for yourself respectfully/
Communication can solve problems
How is a narrative structured and what is one element it must have (that explanatory and argumentative don't have)?
Beginning, Middle, End
Elements: dialogue, figurative language, sensory details.
The principal’s speech was meant to inspire, but his long, repetitive stories made it feel tedious, and many students struggled to stay focused.
What does tedious most likely mean?
Tedious = boring or too long/repetitive
What does this simile mean?
Kyle looked at the test with a stare as blank as his notebook.
Kyle is staring at the test unsure what to do because he didn't prepare by taking notes or doing the practice.
Spending too much time on phones, tablets, and computers can affect both physical and mental health. People who use screens for long periods may have trouble sleeping, experience eye strain, or feel less focused. Experts suggest taking breaks, going outside, and limiting screen time each day. Making small changes can help people stay healthier and more balanced.
What is the central idea of this passage?
Central Idea: Too much screen time can negatively affect health, but limiting it can help people stay healthy.
(Also acceptable: Reducing screen time improves health and well-being.)
Noah refused to wear the old jacket his dad gave him. It was too big and looked outdated compared to what his friends wore.
One cold morning, Noah forgot his hoodie and reluctantly grabbed the jacket. As he walked to school, the wind howled, but he stayed warm.
At lunch, a friend said, “That jacket actually looks kind of cool.”
Noah smiled. Maybe it wasn’t so bad after all.
Don’t judge something too quickly/First impressions can be wrong
How do you show where you found the information from a text you are citing?
Parentheses with author's last name and page number.
(Seuss 7)
When the class grew noisy, Ms. Carter gave a subtle signal by simply raising her eyebrow, and within seconds, the students quieted down.
What does subtle most likely mean?
Subtle = not obvious; quiet or slight