Connotation/Denotation
Dictionary definition of a word.
Denotation
This is the end of the story. All the problems are fixed.
Resolution
"Tale as old as time."-Beauty and the Beast
Simile
Hogwarts and Wakanda are _______ places.
Mythical
Mice and rats are considered pests since they steal food from people. These pests make poor houseguests, but you don’t have to live with them any longer. You can do this by getting a cat: nature’s remedy for a rodent problem. Cats have very sharp senses and lightning quick reflexes. They are excellent hunters.
problem/solution
Feelings attached to the words: positive or negative
Connotation
The most dramatic moment of the story: "big fight scene".
Climax
"When the cold winds are calling."
- Pocahontas
Personification
Though cute, dolphins are _______ animals.
predatory
Well, if you like a pet that is low maintenance, you might be a cat person. Cats are easier to take care of than dogs because cats are very independent. Since they use litter boxes, they do not have to be taken outside to go potty like dogs. . If you prefer a pet that requires more attention, you may be a dog person. Most dogs are very loyal and obedient. You can play games like fetch or tug of war with a dog.
Compare/Contrast
Which word has the more positive meaning:
-Delayed or Late
Delayed
The events leading to the climax. Moments where the protagonist faces trials and is training to face the antagonist.
Rising action
"(He beat) A hundred bad guys with swords."
-Alladin
hyperbole
During the holidays, my eyes _______ the beautiful decorations and festive music.
devour
Even well fed cats may hunt and kill many small animals such as birds, mice, and reptiles. Small animals are most at risk when cats are introduced to areas that have not hosted them before. Since they are not used to living with the threatening cats, these small animals are naïve and vulnerable. If they do not have the defenses to survive, cats will hunt these animals until they are wiped out completely.
Cause/Effect
Which has a more negative meaning?
-Energetic or Rowdy
Rowdy
The events after the climax: main problem is solves but all of the other problems now need to be fixed.
Falling Action
"A spoonful of sugar. Snap!"
-Mary Poppins
onomatoepia
When on a budget, you sometimes need to _______ for items you can turn into decorations.
Scavenge
It’s time to learn how to teach your cat to fetch. First, find a toy or object that your cat likes. It is much easier to keep your cat’s attention if you use something in which he or she is already interested. Next, throw the toy a short distance. If your cat chases the toy, you are off to a good start. Wait until the cat returns the toy and reward the cat with a treat when he or she does.
Sequence of events
Which word has a more positive connotation:
-celebrated or boasted
celebrated
The beginning of the story: answers who, what, when, where, why.
Exposition
"I'm just a little black rain cloud hovering under the honey tree."
-Winnie the Pooh
metaphor
Many birds have colorful ________ to attract other birds and to scare off predators.
plumage
Since cats were believed to represent the Egyptian war goddess Bastet, the ancient Egyptians literally worshipped cats. They liked cats so much that killing a cat in ancient Egypt, even on accident, was punishable by death. When a cat passed away, the household would go into mourning as though a member of the family had died. Family members would even shave off their eyebrows to show their loss. Another way in which ancient Egyptians showed love and respect for cats was through mummification.
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