Idioms
What is an idiom that means to tell a secret? Hint: legumes.
What is "spill the beans"?
A term that describes the literal meaning of a word
What is denotation?
What it is called when you make an educated guess based on evidence?
What is inference?
a definition of verbal Irony
What is saying one thing but meaning another?
a statement
What is a sentence that conveys a fact or idea that can be easily proven as accurate?
If someone is "on the fence," they are having trouble with what?
What is to make a decisive decision?
Give an example of a word with a positive connotation.
Mrs. Busby will decide. Examples are: freedom, healthy, educated.
An inference you might make if you see a dark cloud in the sky?
What is predicting rain?
A definition of situational irony
What is a contradiction between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.
a claim
A sentence that states a position or opinion but is open to debate.
What is an idiom for moving forward courageously, or enduring pain bravely? Hint, it might involve a gun
What is "bite the bullet"?
Explain the difference between connotation and denotation.
Connotation is the positive or negative emotion attached to a word. Denotation is the dictionary definition.
Why making inferences is an important reading skill?
What is it helps readers understand the deeper meaning of a text and fill in gaps?
A situation where dramatic irony might occur.
What happens when the audience knows but the story character does not.
Explain the difference between a statement and a claim
What is a statement is generally accepted as true, while a claim requires argument and evidence to support it.
What is an idiom for regretting something that cannot be undone. Hint: a drink
What is to "cry over spilled milk"?
Provide two words with negative connotations
Mrs. Busby will decide. Examples: stubborn, distracted, arrogant
If a character in a story is constantly looking over their shoulder, what inference might you make?
What is the character is fearful or being followed?
Give a situational irony for a lottery ticket winner.
Mrs. Busby will decide. Example: What is they cannot pay their rent?
Provide an example of a statement
Mrs. Busby will decide. Example: Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level.
What is looking for answers in the wrong place? Hint: a dog makes this sound.
What is "barking up the wrong tree"?
How can understanding connotation enhance communication?
It allows speakers to choose words that evoke the desired emotion or reaction.
What clues in a story might help you make inferences about a character's feelings?
What is their actions, facial expressions, tone, and dialogue?
How irony contributes to the impact or meaning of a story? What does it do for the story?
What is adds depth, humor, surprise, or interest?
How do you determine if what is said is a statement or a claim?
What is check to see if it can be argued against.