Making Inferences
"The grass was wet and the sky was gray. Sarah grabbed her umbrella before leaving." What can you infer about the weather?
It is likely raining or about to rain.
Identify the type of figurative language: "The wind whispered through the trees."
Personification.
"The arid desert was dry and lifeless." What does "arid" mean?
Very dry.
"Even after failing, Tom tried again and again." What trait does Tom show?
Perseverant
What is the main difference between poetry and prose?
Poetry uses structured verses and rhyme; prose is written in sentences and paragraphs.
"Jacob's hands trembled as he stepped onto the stage." What can you infer about how Jacob feels?
Jacob is nervous or anxious.
What does the simile " as busy as a bee" mean?
Someone is very busy.
"She felt elated after winning the contest." What does "elated" mean?
Extremely happy.
"Lily shared her lunch with a friend who forgot theirs." What trait does Lily display?
Generous or Kind
Identify the rhyme scheme: "The cat sat on the mat, wearing a big hat."
The rhyme scheme is AABB.
"After the long hike, Mia's legs felt like jelly." What does this suggest about Mia's condition?
Mia is very tired after the hike.
Explain the metaphor: "Time is a thief."
Time passes quickly and unnoticed, taking away moments.
"The ominous clouds signaled an approaching storm." What does "ominous" mean?
Threatening or indicating something bad is going to happen.
"Mark always tells the truth, no matter what." What trait describes Mark?
Honest
What is a stanza in poetry?
A stanza is a grouped set of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in prose.