Review 1
What is an adjective?
A word that describes a person, place, or thing. (noun)
When the author mentions using green paper to buy things, what is she referring to?
Dollar bills.
How did the author's father find out what the temperature was when he was younger?
By watching television.
What is an adverb?
A word that describes an action word. (verb)
Write a sentence using the word nostalgic in the right way.
Answers may vary.
When something happens gradually does it happen quickly, or slowly?
Slowly.
Write a sentence using the word continuation in the right way.
Answers may vary.
Who feels like "new technologies making modern life move too quickly" is a problem?
The author's father.
The author claims its not just technology that changing, but also our...
Way of living.
What are two things that the author noticed about the old commercial?
-It lacked snappy graphics and fast paced cuts
-Its colors seem fairly dull
How does the author's father feel when he watches the old commercial?
Nostalgic. The commercial reminds him of his younger days.
Why does the author's father become excited when he sees his daughter eating cereal?
It reminds him of an old commercial he used to like.
The author's father.
What is a comparative adverb or adjective?
Used to compare two people, things, or actions.
How does the author think the act of doing homework will change?
-Doing homework using desks, lamps, pencils, papers, and textbooks, to using just technology (typing)
"Is Our Gain Also Our Loss":
-Is expressed in informal language and a thoughtful tone
-Expresses the authors thoughts and feelings.
These make it a __________ essay.
Reflective Essay.
What are 3 experiences that the author fears the next generation might miss out on?
-Printing out a hard copy of a research paper
-Enjoying handwritten letters from grandparents
-Choosing a video from Blockbuster for a family movie night
What are superlative adverbs or adjectives?
Used to show the highest degree or extreme quality among three or more people, things, or actions.