Nerd Gummy Cluster
Grammar: Which word is the noun in this sentence: The dog barked loudly?
Answer: Dog
Figurative Language: What does the idiom “break the ice” mean?
Answer: Start a conversation in an awkward situation
Vocabulary: What does the word curious mean?
Answer: Wanting to know more / interested
Grammar: What words need to be capitalized: “my mom and i went to to visit the university of miami in florida. i think i want to go there one day”?
Answer: My, University, Miami, Florida, I
Vocabulary: What does the word generous mean?
Answer: Willing to give or share
Vocabulary: What does the word gigantic mean?
Answer: Very big / enormous
Grammar: What’s the past tense of run?
Answer: Ran
Categories: Which doesn’t belong: Banana, Apple, Carrot, Cucumber, Tomato, Orange?
Answer: Carrot
Word Relationships: What’s the opposite of exuberant? (ex: I fell exuberant every time I experience success in developing a new athletic skill.)
Answer:disappointed/unhappy/frustrated
Inferencing: The boy is staring off into the distance, his eyes, not speaking a lot, and looking at his watch frequently. What can you guess?
Answer: He may be tired, upset, unhappy, sad, worried, distracted
Categories: Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable?
Answer:Fruit
Inferencing: You see someone wearing a dry raincoat and holding an unopened umbrella. What probably just happened?
Answer: The forecast called for rain but it didn't end up raining/ The person was going to be outside so they came prepared
Abstract Concepts: What does respect mean? Name one person you "respect" in your life and give 2 reasons why.
Answer: Treating people kindly and fairly, following rules, looking up to, trusting in, doing the right thing, doing your best for.
Executive Functioning: You have 3 chores to do: clean your room, take out the trash, and feed your dog. Which one should you do first?
Answer: Feed your dog - the living thing should take priority
Categories: Which belongs: Shirt, Pants, Tank, Hat, Fascinator, Suspender, Tie, Jacket?
Answer: Pants
Executive Functioning: You have 10 minutes to get ready and leave. What should you do first: brush your teeth or tie your shoes?
Answer: Brush your teeth
Problem Solving: You forgot to do your homework and it's for a major grade. What’s a smart choice: (A) Blame someone else or (B) Tell your teacher the truth (C) Ask for an extension
Answer: B + C (NOT A)
Behavior Management: Your friend is bothering others on social media. Some of it is funny but some of it starts crossing the line. What’s a good way to handle it?
Answer: Tell them to stop and explain the consequences if they do not stop. Report to the teacher/a parent. Distance yourself from that person. Lead by example.
Figurative Language: What does “It’s raining cats and dogs” mean? Why would someone use this expression?
Answer: It’s raining very heavily / humor, exaggeration/more interesting
Behavior Management: You feel really frustrated during a game. What’s a good coping strategy?
Answer: Take deep breaths, ask for a break, or talk to someone
Abstract Concepts: What does it mean to be responsible?
Answer: To do what you’re supposed to do / take care of your duties
Question: What does this idiom mean: “He’s burning the candle at both ends”?
Answer: He’s doing too much and may get exhausted
Question: What does it mean to have integrity, and why is it important?
Answer: Integrity means doing the right thing even when no one is watching; it’s important because it builds trust and shows strong character
Question: What’s the difference between they’re, their, and there? Use each in a sentence.
Answer:
They’re = they are (e.g., They’re going to the store)
Their = shows possession (e.g., That’s their house)
There = a place (e.g., He is over there)
Question: You have a group project due tomorrow, but one teammate hasn’t done their part. What’s a good way to handle it that shows responsibility and leadership?
Answer: Talk to the teammate respectfully, offer help, and if needed, talk to the teacher early so it doesn’t affect the group