Figurative language
Authors develop ideas..
Books We Read
Vocabulary
KNICKS
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"The stars danced across the sky." What type of figurative language is being used?
Personification
100
An author wants readers to learn about the dangers of plastic pollution. What is one way the author might develop this idea?
By including facts, statistics, or examples about pollution.
100
In Bud, Not Buddy, what is the item Bud carries that contains clues about his past?
His suitcase.
100
After a long debate, the committee reached unanimity.
What does unanimity mean?
Agreement
100
What is this players name?
Karl-Anthony Towns
200
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile uses "like" or "as"; a metaphor does not.
200
An article begins by explaining a problem and then gives three possible solutions. What text structure is helping develop the author's idea?
Problem and solution.
200
In Out of the Dust, how does the setting help develop the central idea of resilience?
The harsh Dust Bowl conditions force characters to persevere through hardship.
200
Maria has a knack for solving difficult math problems.
What does knack mean?
A talent or special skill
200
Who was named Finals MVP after leading the Knicks to the championship?
Jalen Brunson.
300
"I've told you a million times." What type of figurative language is this?
Hyperbole
300
A nonfiction author includes expert quotations, statistics, and research studies. How do these details develop the author's claim?
They provide evidence that supports the claim.
300
What ship became trapped in Antarctic ice during Shackleton's expedition?
Endurance
300
The lawyer argued that the jury was prejudiced before the trial even began.
What does prejudiced mean?
Having an unfair opinion before knowing all the facts
300
The Knicks play their home games in what famous arena?
Madison Square Garden.
400
How does figurative language help authors develop ideas?
It creates vivid images, emphasizes ideas, and helps readers understand feelings or concepts.
400
An author tells a story about a student who overcame challenges to achieve a goal. What idea is being developed?
Perseverance, determination, or hard work.
400
What crop do Esperanza's family members work with in California?
Grapes and other farm crops
400
The scientist was known for being meticulous. She checked every measurement three times before recording her results.
What does meticulous most likely mean?
Very careful and detailed
400
The Knicks swept this team 4–0 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
The Philadelphia 76ers.
500
Why might an author repeatedly use images of darkness and light throughout a story?
To symbolize ideas such as despair and hope.
500
Throughout a story, storms occur whenever the main character faces a difficult decision. How does this detail help develop the author's ideas?
The storms symbolize the character's internal conflict.
500
Both Odysseus and Rama face many challenges during their journeys. How do the authors develop the idea of heroism differently?
Odysseus often relies on cleverness and strategy, while Rama emphasizes duty, honor, and righteousness.
500
The detective made an astute observation that solved the case. She noticed a detail that everyone else had missed.
What does astute most likely mean?
Smart, perceptive, or insightful
500
Before this season, what was the last year the Knicks won an NBA Championship?
1973