Figurative Language
The following is an example of...
I drank a thousand soda pops
And chewed a ton of ice
To try to stop the scorching
Of that spicy pepper’s spice.
hyperbole
The following words signal that the author's organizational pattern is...
issue, solution, solved by, a difficulty is...
Problem/Solution
Which single word can complete both of these sentences?
When Estelle got tired, she would _________ her head on Alberto's shoulder to rest.
With diet and exercise, Henry became ________ and physically fit.
Lean
Which is the resolution to Cinderella?
a. Cinderella was the most beautiful young woman at the ball.
b. Cinderella worked hard all day, but didn't finish her chores.
c. Cinderella and the Prince married.
d. At midnight the coach turned back into a pumpkin.
c. Cinderella and the Prince married.
Fact or opinion?
More people stopped smoking last year than two years ago.
Fact
What is a simile?
Figurative language that compares two or more unlike things; uses the words "like" or "as"
Example: Her eyes were as round as the moon
He moved like a turtle on that racetrack.
The following words signal that the author's organizational pattern is...
next, then, before, after, first, last
Sequential or Chronological
What is the meaning of the word intertwined in the following excerpt?
Alan tried to bring his thoughts back to fishing. He raised his pole and threw the line out into the water, where it immediately became intertwined with his father’s line.
A. moved into
B. caught before
C. joined together
D. pulled against
C
What is the central, main character of a story called?
A. Antagonist
B. Protagonist
C. Instigator
D. Antagonizer
B. Protagonist
Did you know that sea otters hold hands while they sleep? This adorable behavior keeps them from drifting apart in the ocean. Sea otters also use tools, like rocks, to crack open shellfish—one of the few animals known to do so. These clever creatures play an important role in their ecosystems, especially in keeping sea urchin populations in check. Without otters, kelp forests can disappear. That’s why protecting sea otters is more important than ever.
What is the author’s main purpose in writing this passage?
A. To explain how sea otters sleep and eat.
B. To persuade readers that sea otters are important and should be protected.
C. To entertain readers with a funny story about sea otters.
D. To compare sea otters with other animals that use tools.
B. To persuade readers that sea otters are important and should be protected.
The following is an example of...
Gracefully she sat down sideways, with a simper smile
Alliteration
The following words signal that the author's organizational pattern is...
however, on the other hand, but, as well as, although, instead of
The manager held a meeting to address the issue of employee health benefits.
The word address in that sentence means...
A. location of an organization
B. a formal speech
C. to deal with or discuss
D. to put delivery instructions
C
The turning point or moment with highest tension within a plot is called...
The climax
What is the underlying moral or message of a story called?
A. Plot
B. Tone
C. Theme
D. Mood
C. Theme
A word that makes a sound is called...? Also, give an example.
Onomatopoeia
possible examples: boom, smash, bang, clap, snap, pop.
The following words signal that the author's organizational pattern is...
as a result, so, since, due to, led to, because
Cause and Effect
In 1882, Thomas Edison opened the first power station in New York City, bringing electric light to homes and businesses. Before this invention, people relied on candles, gas lamps, and oil lanterns for light, which were dim, smoky, and sometimes dangerous. Edison's power station changed daily life, allowing factories to work longer hours and cities to stay active after dark. Some people were hesitant at first, unsure if electricity was safe. But over time, it became clear that the benefits outweighed the risks.
Based on the passage, what can you infer about how Edison's invention impacted society?
A. It caused most people to stop working at night.
B. It made people avoid using electricity for many years.
C. It helped extend working hours and improved daily life.
D. It led to the closing of many gas lamp factories.
C. It helped extend working hours and improved daily life.
What three things does the exposition introduce?
A. Characters, time, and place
B. Setting, characters, and the story
C. Characters, setting, background knowlege/information
D. Characters, time, conflcict
C. Characters, setting, and background knowledge/information
In poetry, what is a stanza?
The "paragraphs" of a poem. Several lines of poetry grouped together.
What does the following metaphor compare, and what does it mean?
The clouds are marshmallows in the sky.
Compares clouds to marshmallows; means that the clouds are white and puffy looking.
What is the purpose of text structures?
Text features make reading informational text and research materials more efficient. It helps the reader quickly and easily gain access to information.
Even though the directions were convoluted, Maya managed to figure out how to build the model airplane. She had to reread several steps, but she was proud when the final wing clicked into place.
Question:
What does the word convoluted most likely mean as used in the passage?
A. Easy to understand
B. Neatly written
C. Confusing and complicated
D. Missing important parts
C. Confusing and complicated
Who is the protagonist in Cinderella?
A. The prince
B. The stepmother
C. Cinderella
D. The Fairy Godmother
C. Cinderella
Tariq spent three weeks designing his science fair project. On the night before the fair, his model collapsed when his little brother accidentally knocked it off the table. For a moment, Tariq just stared at the mess. Then he took a deep breath, grabbed his glue gun, and got to work. He stayed up late rebuilding it, piece by piece. The next day, his project wasn’t perfect, but it stood tall beside the others.
Question:
Based on the passage, which character trait does Tariq best demonstrate?
A. Creative
B. Patient
C. Determined
D. Competitive
C. Determined