Vocabulary
What is another way to say "corridor"?
Hallway
As soft as my pillow is an example of a simile or a metaphor?
Simile
Blue can sound like what?
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Choose the correct form of the verb. We (ate, had eaten) already by the time we arrived at school.
had eaten
Put these adjectives in the correct order.
calling, few, huge
few huge calling
What is the meaning of the verb "cower"?
To crouch down and hide.
Using a simile or a metaphor, compare a friend to a lion.
Ex: Bob is as fierce as a lion.
Name two different examples of sight (looks like...)
Ex: A young girl running to her father. (love)
Ex: Two kids smiling and giving each other a high five. (success)
My cat had (bit, bitten) me because he was unhappy about missing dinner.
bitten
What does the word vivid mean?
An adjective that describes something clearly and paints a specific image in the reader's mind. (very descriptive)
What is the meaning of the word "petrified"?
so frightened that one is unable to move; terrified
Create your own simile example.
Name two different examples of taste.
Ex: A freshly baked chocolate chip cookie. Cold lemon ice cream from the store across the street.
"People say a homeless man lives under the bridge." is what type of adverb? Answers which question?
Where
If a team loses a match, they will fell like they failed to ______________.
a) agonize
b) triumph
c) shock
triumph
What does the word "spectacular" mean? Use it in a sentence.
beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way
Create your own metaphor example.
Ex: The promise between us was a delicate flower.
Name two examples of feelings (feels like...).
Ex: The sunburn on my skin after sunbathing. Being included in a new group.
"Dad frequently checks on his kids." answers what type of adverb question?
how often
What is a synonym for the word "acquire"? Create your own sentence using "acquire" using the past participle tense.
To get or receive.
If I had acquired my homework from the teacher soon, I could have turned it in on time.
What does the word "sinister" mean?
Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen.
Create a simile and metaphor example.
Metaphor: She was fairly certain that life was a fashion show.
Simile: Joan is like the sunshine on a summer day, always glowing and bright.
Name two examples of smell.
Ex: A skunk that's right across the street from my apartment. Dirty socks after a sporting event.
We ate two ______ _____________ waffles for a dinner snack last night.
Fill in the blanks with two different adjectives.
round yummy
List three vivid adjectives
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