Paraphrasing
Den/Connotation
Figurative Language
Imagery
Idioms/Tone
100
What is the best reason to paraphrase a passage?
to understand the passage
100
What is the denotation of a word?
The literal, dictionary definition
100
A simile compares two UNLIKE things using the words _________ or _______.
LIKE or AS
100
What is imagery?
language that appeals to one or more of the five senses
100
Which words in this sentence form an idiom? Our neighbors always welcomed visitors and told us to drop by whenever we could.
Drop by
200
What does it mean to paraphrase a poem?
To restate the poem in your own words
200
What is the connotation of a word?
The positive or negative emotional association we make with words
200
Define personification.
Giving a non-living object human qualities
200
Pick out the phrase that uses imagery which appeals to the senses of SIGHT and SOUND. a. built like a grizzly bear b. His wild arm gestures c. the cluster of tall pines and the cheerful chirps d. speech was quite ordinary
c. the cluster of tall pines and the cheerful chirps
200
Pick out the phrase that contains an idiom meaning "arrived" a. let's get this show on the road! b. receptionist showed the visitors up the stairs c. Mary finally showed up for her appointment d. they finally showed up their great rival
b. Janis finally showed up for her appointment. (showed up)
300
What are two strategies that can best help you paraphrase a poem? Choose one: a. restate the first sentence of the first paragraph b. skip important details c. reread and read aloud
Reread and read aloud
300
Name a word with a negative connotation for the word "inexpensive."
Cheap
300
"I'm so happy I could burst!" is an example of what type of figurative language?
Hyperbole
300
Pick the phrase that includes imagery that appeals to the sense of TOUCH. a. strong citrus smell b. velvety smooth rose petals c. slightest hint of a clear sky
b. velvety smooth rose petals
300
Explain what the idiom "give a big hand" means in this sentence: Everyone, please give a big hand to the band for a fantastic performance!
applaud loudly
400
What do you do when you paraphrase something you've read?
You put it in your own words and you emphasize key points.
400
What is the most positive connotation for the word "art?" a. scribble b. painting c. masterpiece d. artwork
C. masterpiece
400
Which sentence uses personification, and explain how you know. a. the storm roared like a lion in a rage. b. the sun smiled in happiness.
b. the sun smiled in happiness We know this because the sun can't actually smile. Sentence a is an example of a simile.
400
Make up a phrase or sentence that appeals to the sense of SMELL.
answers will vary
400
Which phrase or sentence helps create a light, humorous tone? a. Mia found the annual family picnic exhausting. b. watch out for flying objects--his hands, to be exact c. These things were actually calming. d. Then, there was Aunt Angie.
b. watch out for flying objects--his hands, to be exact
500
Paraphrase this line: “The baseball so swiftly flew over the fence that I could not follow its flight.”
The baseball flew so quickly that I couldn't see where it went.
500
Which word has the most negative connotation for the word "odor?" a. scent b. stink c. smell d. fragrance
stink
500
Pick out the sentence that contains a simile. Then tell what is being compared in the sentence. a. He likes pizza the best. b. Try as he might, he couldn't understand his book. c. You look like a million bucks.
c. You look like a million bucks. They are comparing the person to a million dollars. (saying he or she looks really good!)
500
Write a phrase or sentence that uses imagery to describe the Walnut gym. Be ready to read your sentence and explain what sense it appeals to.
answers will vary
500
Which word best describes the tone in this sentence? The brave soldiers serving our country risk their lives to fight for our dream of American freedom. a. angry b. sad c. proud
c. proud
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