Vocabulary
Sesquipedalian
Originating from 17th century Latin and originally meaning ‘a foot and a half long’, this word literally stands for ‘long-winded’ words, such as Sesquipedalian. And one would think it would mean something really mysterious and fascinating. But no, just ‘long.’
Metaphor
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
How long has Mrs. Summers been teaching
To Many
struct
build
setting
where it takes place
studious
done deliberately or with a purpose in mind.
personification
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.
What does ELA stand for
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
phil
love
Characters
People or things that are involved in the story
Blandishment
something, as an action or speech, that tends to flatter, coax, entice, etc.
simile
who created writing
The sumerians
cogn
know
conflict
The problem in the story
Bilk
to defraud; cheat
onomatopoeia
How many letters were in the first alphabet
28
cap
head
resolution
a firm decision to do or not to do something.
Laconic
using few words; expressing much in few words; concise
Hyperbole
exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
How long do ELA eogs take
2 hours
auto
self
Theme
the subject of a talk, a piece of writing, a person's thoughts, or an exhibition; a topic.