Vocabulary
Define the word crease as used in the passage "Origami"
fold
The thinking jobs for poetry
Literal and deeper meaning
What is the central idea of paragraph 2?
Origami originated in Japan.
Which detail in the poem is MOST meaningful for someone looking at the image that goes with it?
The light
Based on the Latin prefix and suffix, what does irresistible mean?
that cannot be resisted
Define the word vanity as used in "Memoirs of Robert-Houdin"
pride or ego
What is figurative language?
A phrase that says one thing but means another
How does the second paragraph about origami affect the main idea?
It provides background information about origami.
Which sentence is the BEST summary of the poem?
The speaker looks across the bay at night and sees the light of a light-house shining in the darkness, then disappearing, and then shining again.
Which word BEST describes the author's point of view as he looks back at his childhood?
fondness
Define the word punctual as used in the poem "On the Shore"
on time or timely
What is personification?
Giving an object or animal human-like qualities
When writing a main idea for a nonfiction text, what needs to be included?
Topic, what the author is trying to teach you, and author's point of view
Which theme does the rose represent in the poem?
There is hope in the midst of difficulty.
Which word is a synonym for varied?
different
Define the word wont as used in "Memiors of Robert-Houdin"
accustomed
What is a simile?
A comparison using the words "like" or "as"
What is the author's point of view? Which paragraph can it be found?
Origami paper folding is the most relaxing hobby, paragraph 4
Origami paper folding is a really fun hobby, paragraph 3
Which statement best describes the speaker’s point of view in the last stanza?
The speaker believes in hope in the darkness.
Which excerpt from the passage BEST supports the inference that Robert-Houdin's father could have earned more money by interacting differently with the people who brought him work?
. . . unfortunately, he was wont to make any repairs not strictly connected with his own business for the mere pleasure.
Define the word inclination as used in "Memiors of Robert-Houdin"
liking
What is a metaphor?
A comparison to an object or an action
What is the most likely reason the author included the legend of the thousand cranes in the text?
So the reader would know that origami is more than just a hobby to many Japanese people.
Which strategy does the poet use to develop the point of view of the speaker?
vivid imagery
How does the word fancy affect the meaning of the excerpt?
It helps to reveal the author's feelings about his neighbor.