skills
Words that sound the same, but are spelled differently and have different meanings.
what is a homophone
something can be pulled back or in
retractable
comfort or relief from grief, anxiety, or sadness.
solace
The use of a word to describe or imitate a natural sound or the sound made by an object or an action.
Onomatopoeia
Lisa__________her resume in order to get her dream job
embellish
The process by which an authors gives characters personality.
what is characterization?
something is not physical or cannot be touched.
intangible
Extremely intense or severe
blistering
A direct comparison between two unlike things. it says you are something.
metaphor
The exam was _____________ for all of the students who did not study.
grueling
you make this by using background knowledge and clues from the text
what is an inference?
to make a lie seem more interesting or impressive by adding extra details that aren't necessarily true
embellish
being in disagreement
conflicting
Uses the words “like” or “as” to compare one object or idea with another.
simile
You are my sunshine.
metaphor
This can be direct or indirect.
being careful with money and resources
frugal
this is good for a person's financial future
being frugal
Human characteristics are given to an animal or an object.
personification
My brother is the most annoying person in the world.
hyperbole
Another term for an inference
What is an "educated guess"
something is extremely tiring, difficult, or demanding
grueling
parents provide this when their children are sad
solace
The repetition of the same initial letter, sound, or group of sounds in a series of words.
alliteration
I like to read books, and my favorite color is red.
homophones