Figurative Language
A sound word
onomatopoeia
What is the purpose of fictional texts?
To entertain
small word particles, usually only a few letters, added to a root word to change its meaning
An affix
an alphabetical list of words with their meaning, pronunciation, and origins.
dictionary
Alex was in a hurry to get home to watch football. He was driving over the speed limit when suddenly, he heard a siren and saw flashing lights, "No! Please not now," he thought. What do you think is happening? How do you know?
A police officer is pulling him over and he will get a speeding ticket. He will probably miss part of the football game that he wanted to watch.
I am very sticky, but hard to see when dry. I go round and round across the page until I eventually run out. If you stick with me, in one piece you will be. What am I?
gluestick
Jane sat in awe as the stars danced across the night sky.
Personification
What is the purpose of an advertisement?
To persuade
What is connotation
an idea or feeling that a word evokes
an alphabetical list of words with their synonyms and antonyms.
Thesaurus
There is a big storm today and it's going to last until tomorrow. Jimmy is supposed to pick up his friend Lily from the airport. Jimmy's phone was ringing and saw Lily's name. He picked up the phone and said, "Okay. Just inform me when you're arriving. Take care and be safe." What do you think Lily told Jimmy? How do you know?
Lily's flight got delayed and she won't be arriving until later, after the storm passes.
I am not a magician, but I make things disappear. I come in all shapes and sizes, but am most often found in pink. I can be a writer's best friend. What am I?
Eraser
A comparison using "like" or "as"
Simile
What is the purpose of the following passage? Butterflies are colorful, flying insects from the Lepidoptera order. Because they are insects, they have three body parts. The three body parts are called the head, thorax, and abdomen. They also have six jointed legs, two antennae and compound eyes.
To inform
A word with similar meaning to another word
synonym
a collection of articles that give general information about a variety of topics.
encyclopedia
Tia is starting to feel tired but she told herself she could do it. She only needs to over take one more person to win. "I can do this!" , she said and pedaled faster. What is Tia doing? Why do you think so?
Tia is in a biking or cycling race. Key words are "win" and "pedaled faster".
I come in pairs and am known to stink to high heavens at times. I can be laced and tied, or I can hang loose as a goose. I will help you chase your dreams or run for your life. What am I?
shoes
I'm so hungry, I could eat a horse!
hyperbole
What is the purpose of the following passage? Spongebob is the absolute best candidate for student body president! He is honest, friendly and super annoying! He will make our school a better place. This is YOUR chance to make a positive change! VOTE SPONGEBOB IN 2016!
To persuade
When a reader draws a conclusion based on evidence from the passage
inference
a book of maps
almanac
Beep! Beep! It was raining hard and some of the drivers were losing their patience. "I wonder why there is so much traffic", Valerie thought. As she drove, she saw an ambulance and police cars. What is causing the traffic? How do you know?
There was a car accident and it is blocking some of the lanes in the road.
I am big and gray. I use mud to cool me down. I have a trunk but don't travel much. I knock down trees and I cannot reach the branches. What am I?
Elephant
When someone says one thing, but actually means the opposite
Irony
A recipe explaining how to make pasta salad
To inform
the author’s use of words and writing style to
convey his or her attitude towards a topic.
tone
in a book: a special section that provides definitions for complicated words
glossary
Damien enjoys school but he thinks math is too difficult. He had a final test on Wednesday. Glen and his family went out to dinner on Friday. His family members kept telling him they are so proud of him. Why do you think they went out to dinner? How do you know?
Damien got a good grade on his math final test. His family members took him out to celebrate his good grades and congratulate him on studying hard.
I am big and green but not mean. I carry a torch for freedom. I can stand in water, but I cannot swim. People travel from miles around to visit me. What am I?
The Statue of Liberty