Jay-Z Inferences
Jay-Z Vocabulary
Full Day Questions
Idioms
The Writer Questions
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Based on the comments in paragraph 3, what can the reader infer about Jay Z’s childhood? a. It was happy and full of family who loved the sea b. He has probably forgotten most of his early years c. His rough early years informed much of his early music d. His childhood probably didn’t relate to his music
c. His rough early years informed much of his early music
100
In paragraph 1, the word infested means – a. Having a scarcity of b. Having a significant amount of c. Lacking the proper amount d. Seeking to cure for an ailment
b. Having a significant amount of
100
Which line from the poem suggests that people in covered wagons experienced the conditions of the land? A we’re going as far B mountains of froth and foam. C Their biscuits were tough. D They knew the ruts and the rocks.
D They knew the ruts and the rocks.
100
It's raining cats and dogs
It's raining really hard
100
What is the simile in "The Writer?"
a commotion of typewriter-keys Like a chain hauled over a gunwale.
200
Based on paragraph 6, it is likely that Jay Z a. Was immensely popular when his first album came out b. Was not considered a talented rapper c. Made an impact on hip-hop over time with his first album d. Has never been paid much attention by other rappers
c. Made an impact on hip-hop over time with his first album
200
In paragraph 3, the word confronted means – a. To avoid a complication b. To directly address an issue c. To move in a parallel direction d. To make an insignificant decision
b. To directly address an issue
200
Why does the poet include stanzas 3 and 4? A To suggest that travel by wagon had both advantages and disadvantages B To explain why pioneers wanted to cross the prairie by wagon C To describe what a covered wagon could carry D To prove that traveling by wagon was more fun than air travel
A To suggest that travel by wagon had both advantages and disadvantages
200
She blew her top!
She is really angry
200
What is the simile we just identified mean?
It means that she was typing really loudly.
300
Based on the section “Expanding Empire,” the reader can infer that – a. Jay Z has failed in most of his business ventures b. Jay Z has succeeded in all of his business ventures c. Jay Z has ambitions in many fields beyond hip-hop d. Jay Z only cares about making new hip-hop albums
c. Jay Z has ambitions in many fields beyond hip-hop
300
In paragraph 8, the word sophisticated means – a. Possessing a lack of etiquette b. Offering little to no difference c. Dealing with more immature themes d. Dealing with more mature themes
d. Dealing with more mature themes
300
The poet suggests that pioneers had to — F rely on strangers for help G carry only a few necessities H grow their own food J travel mostly at night
G carry only a few necessities
300
You're pulling my leg!
You're joking!
300
What is the metaphor in this passage?
the stuff Of her life is a great cargo
400
Based on the section “Political and Charitable Work,” the reader can infer that – a. Jay Z has little to no opinions on politics b. Jay Z feels he has responsibility to use his influence for political causes c. Jay Z feels he has no responsibility to be politically active d. Jay Z thinks only educated men should be allowed to vote
b. Jay Z feels he has responsibility to use his influence for political causes
400
In paragraph 12, the word upscale means – a. A cheap and informal business b. A formal business for wealthy people c. A small business with a variety of prices d. A small business with low prices
b. A formal business for wealthy people
400
The poet includes the pilot’s statement in stanza 1 in order to — A tell the passengers where they are going B describe how pioneers traveled C explain the disadvantages of covered wagons D give passengers an idea of how fast modern air travel is
D give passengers an idea of how fast modern air travel is
400
I guess she let the cat out of the bag
She told the secret
400
What does this metaphor mean?
It means that she has a lot of stuff going on in her life
500
Based on the section “Personal Life,” what can the reader infer about Jay Z and his family? a. He and Beyonce want their daughter to grow up in public b. He and Beyonce do not mind having the public present for all moments c. He and Beyonce value their privacy and try to protect it in key moments d. He and Beyonce think that privacy is important, but ultimately not as important as money.
c. He and Beyonce value their privacy and try to protect it in key moments
500
In paragraph 7, the word retirement suggests that Jay Z – a. Guaranteed he would keep rapping forever b. Decided to make a new album for his fans c. Stopped giving autographs to fans d. Decided to stop making new music
d. Decided to stop making new music
500
On your white board, give me some imagery that is in the poem. Tell me the following: 1. 2 things they saw 2. 1 thing they might've tasted 3. 1 thing they might have touched
Who is the team?
500
She just graduated college, so I guess that's another feather in her cap.
She just got achieved another major accomplishment.
500
What is the example of personification in this poem?
The whole house is thinking
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