Figurative Language
"The moon was like a silver coin hanging in the sky." What type of figurative language is used?
Simile
"Benny tried to persuade her classmates to join the project by explaining how to start the survey." What does "persuade" mean?
To convince someone; coax; influence
Which word is the opposite of "ancient"?
A. Modern
B. Historic
C. Traditional
D. Original
A. Modern
Which word means nearly the same as "unusual"?
A. Ordinary
B. Strange
C. Familiar
D. Common
B. Strange
"The puppy was timid, hiding behind its owner. What does "timid" mean?
shy; nervous
"The old house groaned as the wind pushed against it." What type of figurative language gives the house a human action?
Personification
Volunteers worked for several weeks to restore the old gym. They repaired the seats, cleaned the walls, and replaced broken lights." What does "restore" mean?
To repair or bring back to good condition; renovate; rebuild
Which word is the opposite of "expand"?
A. Increase
B. Stretch
C. Shrink
D. Develop
C. Shrink
Which word means nearly the same as "fortunate"?
A. Lucky
B. Nervous
C. Careless
D. Confused
A. Lucky
"The glass was fragile, so Mia carried it carefully. What does "fragile" mean?
easily broken
"Buying a brand-new sports car would cost an arm and a leg." What does this idiom mean?
very expensive; costly; pricey
"Liam was uncertain about which trail to take. He studied the map because he was not sure which path to take." What does "uncertain" mean?
not sure; doubtful; undecided
Which word is the opposite of "generous"?
A. Helpful
B. Selfish
C. Friendly
D. Thoughtful
B. Selfish
Which word means nearly the same as "predict"?
A. Create
B. Notice
C. Observe
D. Unforeseen
C. Observe
not wide; little or small space; thin; slim; cramped
Muna became confident to perform; mastered her performance
"The new student found the crowded cafeteria intimidating at first. She felt nervous about finding a place to sit among unfamiliar students." What does "intimidating" mean?
making someone feel nervous or afraid; daunting; frightening; overwhelmed
Which word is the opposite of "permanent"?
A. Temporary
B. Lasting
C. Stable
D. Reliable
A. Temporary
Which word means nearly the same as "abundant"?
A. Limited
B. Hidden
C. Plentiful
D. Scarce
C. Plentiful
"The instructions were vague; no one knew exactly what to do. What does "vague" mean?
unclear; ambigous
"After hearing the exciting news, Jordan's smile stretched from ear to ear." What does "stretched from ear to ear" mean?
Jordan smiled very widely; very happy; satisfied; he is filled with joy; full of excitement
"The students stood silently beneath the enormous waterfall. Its size and power filled them with awe." What is the meaning of "awe"?
a feeling of wonder or admiration; amazement; stunned
Which word is the opposite of "scarcity"?
A. Limited
B. Rare
C. Insufficient
D. Abundant
D. Abundant
Which word means nearly the same as "reluctant"?
A. Hesitant
B. Willing
C. Enthusiastic
D. Excited
A. Hesitant
"The museum displayed a dilapidated building with broken windows and peeling paint. What does "dilapidated" mean?
run-down; in poor condition; crumbling; shabby