Grammar
In the sentence, "The cat slept under the table," what is the prepositional phrase?
under the table
Name the narrative technique that provides details about the environment where events occur.
Setting
Which sentence is an example of a simile?
A. The classroom was a zoo.
B. The classroom roared with excitement.
C. The classroom was as noisy as a zoo.
D. The classroom was noisy.
C. The classroom was as noisy as a zoo.
This expository technique uses examples, pictures, diagrams, or descriptions to help readers better understand an idea.
Illustration
The repetition of ending sounds in words is called this.
Rhyme
In the sentence, "The students walked through the hallway," what is the prepositional phrase?
through the hallway
The lesson or message an author wants readers to learn from a story is called this.
Theme
What does the idiom "spill the beans" mean?
To reveal a secret
This is the most important point or message the author wants readers to understand about a text.
Main idea
A group of lines in a poem is called a
Stanza
In the sentence, "The treasure was hidden beneath the old wooden bridge," what is the prepositional phrase?
beneath the old wooden bridge
Dialogue
Which sentence contains a metaphor?
A. She ran as fast as a cheetah.
B. Her eyes were sparkling.
C. The stars were diamonds scattered across the sky.
D. The stars shone brightly.
C. The stars were diamonds scattered across the sky.
A passage's main idea is "Recycling helps the environment." Which of the following is a key supporting detail?
A. Recycling is a process.
B. Many people recycle at home.
C. Recycling reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills.
D. Trash cans hold garbage.
C. Recycling reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills.
This type of poetry does not follow a regular rhyme scheme or meter.
Free verse
Correct this sentence:
"The dogs bone toys were scattered across the yard."
The dogs' bone toys were scattered across the yard.
The author's purpose of their writing is to...
to persuade, to inform, to entertain
What type of figurative language is used in the following sentence:
"The alarm clock screamed at me to wake up."
This expository technique explains the meaning of a word, concept, or idea to help readers understand the topic.
Definition
Why might a poet use line breaks in a poem?
To create rhythm, emphasize important words or ideas, and control the poem's pace?
The backpacks belonging to several students were left in the classroom. Which plural possessive noun correctly completes the sentence?
"The _____ backpacks were left in the classroom."
students'
This narrative element includes the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
Plot
Which sentence is an example of hyperbole?
A. I waited a million years for the school bus.
B. I waited ten minutes for the school bus.
C. I waited quietly for the school bus.
D. I missed the school bus.
A. I waited a million years for the school bus.
Why do authors include facts in expository writing?
To inform readers and support the main idea with accurate information?
This poetic technique includes the arrangement of lines, stanzas, spacing, and overall organization of a poem.
Structure