Figurative Language
Her smile was as bright as the sun.
What is the meaning of this simile?
What is Her smile is warm and bright?
Experts report that drinking water regularly helps students stay alert during class.
Which appeal is used?
What is Ethos?
If a question mentions a specific paragraph, this is what you should immediately do.
What is Go back and reread that paragraph before answering the question?
The sun stretches fingers across the sky,
Painting the clouds in colors of fire.
The sleepy town begins to rise,
As dreams fade out and hopes climb higher.
Birds sing songs that greet the day,
A melody soft, yet clear and bright.
Shadows shrink and slip away,
Chased by the warmth of morning light.
What is the speaker’s attitude toward the morning?
What is Positive and Appreciative?
You should always recycle because it helps protect the environment and reduces waste.
What is the author’s purpose?
What is To persuade?
Time crawled as she waited for the final bell to ring.
What feeling does the figurative language convey?
What is Boredom or Impatience?
The data clearly proves that exercising improves focus and memory.
Which appeal is used?
What is Logos?
This strategy helps narrow down the answer choices.
What is Process of Elimination?
The sun stretches fingers across the sky,
Painting the clouds in colors of fire.
The sleepy town begins to rise,
As dreams fade out and hopes climb higher.
Birds sing songs that greet the day,
A melody soft, yet clear and bright.
Shadows shrink and slip away,
Chased by the warmth of morning light.
How does the poet use imagery in the poem?
What is By creating vivid pictures of the morning?
In this report, you will learn about the causes and effects of the American Revolution.
What is the author’s purpose?
What is To inform?
His backpack weighed a ton.
What does this hyperbole suggest?
What is The backpack was difficult to carry because it was heavy?
Without recess, students feel stressed and unhappy all day.
Which appeal is primarily used?
What is Pathos?
This is the best thing you can do the night before the FAST.
What is Get a good night's rest?
The sun stretches fingers across the sky,
Painting the clouds in colors of fire.
The sleepy town begins to rise,
As dreams fade out and hopes climb higher.
Birds sing songs that greet the day,
A melody soft, yet clear and bright.
Shadows shrink and slip away,
Chased by the warmth of morning light.
What mood is created in the poem?
What is Calm and Hopeful?
Through humorous dialogue and exaggerated situations, the author keeps readers engaged.
What is the author’s PRIMARY purpose?
What is To entertain?
She is a shining star in her class.
What does the metaphor suggest about the student?
What is She is smart and popular?
According to a national survey, 85% of students prefer longer lunch periods.
Which appeal is used?
What is Logos?
This is what you should do the morning of the FAST.
What is Eat a good breakfast and get to school on time?
The sun stretches fingers across the sky,
Painting the clouds in colors of fire.
The sleepy town begins to rise,
As dreams fade out and hopes climb higher.
Birds sing songs that greet the day,
A melody soft, yet clear and bright.
Shadows shrink and slip away,
Chased by the warmth of morning light.
What does the phrase “sun stretches fingers across the sky” suggest?
What is The sunlight is spreading.
The author directly addresses the reader using words like “you” and “your” while encouraging action.
What is the author’s purpose?
What is To persuade?
Don’t spill the beans about the surprise party.
What does the idiom “spill the beans” mean?
What is To tell a secret?
You should listen to this advice because I am a trained expert in nutrition.
What makes this an example of ethos?
What is It explains the speaker's qualifications?
This is what you should do during the FAST.
What is Take your time, read everything, and try your best?
The sun stretches fingers across the sky,
Painting the clouds in colors of fire.
The sleepy town begins to rise,
As dreams fade out and hopes climb higher.
Birds sing songs that greet the day,
A melody soft, yet clear and bright.
Shadows shrink and slip away,
Chased by the warmth of morning light.
What is the MOST likely theme of the poem?
What is A new day brings new hope?
The text provides instructions, diagrams, and labeled steps for assembling a model.
What is the author’s purpose?
What is To inform?