Perspective
The statement, "I couldn’t believe what I saw when I opened the door." Is written in which form of perspective?
First Person
a comparison of two unlike or dissimilar things using like or as (I’m as hungry as a horse)
simile
The sun is high above the trees
The wind blows softly through the air
It dances gently with the leaves
While lifting birds without a care
Maria had never been on a plane before. She gripped the armrest tightly as the engines roared. But as the plane soared above the clouds, she slowly relaxed. By the time they landed, Maria was already planning her next trip.
What is the central idea of the passage?
A. Maria wants to be a pilot.
B. Flying can be scary at first, but it gets better.
C. Plane rides are noisy.
D. Maria didn’t enjoy her flight.
B. Flying can be scary at first, but it gets better.
The arid desert stretched for miles with no sign of water or shade. The sun beat down on the cracked earth, and not a single plant or animal was in sight.
What does the word "arid" most likely mean?
A. Hot and sunny
B. Dry and without moisture
C. Empty and lifeless
D. Far away
B. Dry and without moisture
The statement, "You went to the bathroom to brush your teeth" is written in which form of perspective?"
Second Person
a comparison saying one thing is another (My pillow is a cloud upon which I lay my head)
On the fifteenth of May, in the jungle of Nool,
In the heat of the day, in the cool of the pool,
He was splashing... enjoying the jungle's great joys...
When Horton the elephant heard a small noise.
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Tigers are one of the most powerful predators in the animal kingdom. They have strong jaws, sharp teeth, and muscular bodies that allow them to hunt large prey. However, their numbers have decreased dramatically due to habitat loss and poaching.
What is the central idea of the passage?
A. Tigers are dangerous animals.
B. Tigers are strong but face serious threats.
C. Tigers only hunt large prey.
D. People should avoid tigers in the wild.
B. Tigers are strong but face serious threats.
Despite his injury, Marcus showed great resilience by continuing to train every day. He stayed focused and never gave up, even when it was hard.
What does the word "resilience" most likely mean?
A. Strength and size
B. Pain and suffering
C. Ability to recover and keep going
D. Skill in sports
C. Ability to recover and keep going
The statement, "They sat quietly at the dinner table. Bobby thougth about his math test. His sister Becky thought about her science exam. The father didn't think about anything except the meal in front of him. The mother thought wondered what everyone was thinking about. The dog wondered who would be the first to drop a crumb under the table," is written using which form of perspective?
Third Person Omnission
the use of, more than once, any literary device (such as the refrain or chorus in a song)
Repetition
Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
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The sky darkened as clouds rolled in, and soon raindrops splattered against the windows. Ella sighed. Her picnic was ruined. But instead of pouting, she grabbed a deck of cards and invited her little brother to play. “A rainy day can still be fun,” she said with a smile.
What is the central idea of the passage?
A. Ella doesn’t like rainy days.
B. Playing cards is more fun than a picnic.
C. A ruined plan doesn’t have to ruin the day.
D. It always rains when Ella plans a picnic.
C. A ruined plan doesn’t have to ruin the day.
The teacher tried to calm the class after the commotion in the hallway. Desks had been knocked over and students were shouting and running around.
What does the word "commotion" most likely mean?
A. A loud disturbance
B. A planned event
C. A quiet classroom
D. A school announcement
A. A loud disturbance
The statement, "The commitee met to discuss their ideas for the spring carnival. Cleo had a lot of ideas that she went over but she could not tell if her peers were reseptive."
Third Person Limited
the use of language that appeals to the five senses and lets the reader “see” the words
Imagery
When I consider how my light is spent
Ere half my days in this dark world and wide,
And that one talent which is death to hide
Lodg'd with me useless, though my soul more bent
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Every morning, Mr. Sanchez picks up trash in the park before anyone arrives. He doesn’t get paid, and most people don’t even know who he is. Still, he continues, because he believes the park should be clean for everyone.
What is the central idea of the passage?
A. Mr. Sanchez likes going to the park early.
B. Keeping the park clean is Mr. Sanchez’s job.
C. Mr. Sanchez works hard even without recognition.
D. The park gets dirty every day.
C. Mr. Sanchez works hard even without recognition.
Jamie was meticulous when painting her model airplane. She used a tiny brush and made sure every detail was perfect.
What does the word "meticulous" most likely mean?
A. Quick and careless
B. Creative and artistic
C. Very careful and precise
D. Excited and energetic
C. Very careful and precise
What perspective was the novel Fahrenheit 451 written in?
third-person limited narrator
the main message, lesson, or big idea in a story
Theme
And, sometimes on a summer's day
To self and every mortal ill
We give the slip, we steal away,
To walk beside some sedgy rill:
The darkening years, the cares that kill,
A little while are well forgot;
When deep in broom upon the hill,
We'd rather be alive than not.
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Define Central Idea
The central idea is the main point or message that an author wants to communicate in a text. It is what the story, article, or passage is mostly about.
Define Context Clues
Context clues are hints or information found in the words and sentences around an unfamiliar word. They help the reader figure out the meaning of the word without using a dictionary.