Context Clues
Constellations, such as The Little Dipper and The Big Dipper, can be seen in the night sky.
Using the example clue, the word constellations in this sentence means
group of stars
An edifice, such as the Empire State Building, can take years to build.
large building
What is central idea?
The central idea of a text is the most important point or message the author is trying to convey
What is ethos?
How many dogs AND cats does Miss Hallstrom have at home??
Must answer both correctly for the points.
3 dogs-> Belle, Holly, Lady Bird
3 cats-> Zelda, Precious, Lazlo
Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.
Using the example clue, the word nutritious in this sentence means
healthy
Zack was a good at many sports. He excelled in swimming, running, horsemanship, fencing,
and target shooting. He decided to compete in the pentathlon rather than having to choose
one of the events.
competition with five events
What is authors purpose?
An author's purpose is the reason they choose to write about a topic and what they hope to accomplish with their writing
What is logos?
the appeal to logic
What teacher on campus is Miss Hallstrom's BFF?
Miss Gage <3
You may have an issue, such as fear of snakes, which keeps you from playing outside.
Using the example clue, the word issue in this sentence means
fear
Marjoram, such as lavender, can be very soothing and relaxing.
aromatic herb
What is evidence?
Textual evidence is a piece of information directly taken from a text that is used to support an argument, idea, or interpretation
What is pathos?
Miss Hallstrom has two other class than English 1, what are they? Must answer both correct.
Cloud computing and Link Crew
Our country's highest politician, the president, has the job of making sure our country stays
safe.
Using the example clue, the word politician in this sentence means
elected person
Animals from the equine group, such as horses and zebras, are hoofed mammals.
horse group
What is commentary?
A "textual commentary" is a detailed analysis and interpretation of a specific text
If someone says:
Please come to the store with me, I am all alone and scared to go by myself, and you are my best friend.
What appeal are they using?
pathos- appeal to emotion
What was Miss Hallstrom's first job?
College English tutor
Our class visited the museum on a field trip. We saw many artifacts. The museum had
pottery, art, and statues from many old places.
Using the example clue, the word artifacts in this sentence means
object
Projectiles include those items that are shot forward such as a cannon shell, bullet, or rocket.
things shot forward
What is symbolism?
a literary device where an object, person, place, or event is used to represent something else
If your doctor tells you to eat an apple every day and your best friend tells you to eat a pineapple every day, who has the appeal of ethos on their side?
the doctor
What period is Miss Hallstrom's favorite?
THIS ONE!!