Name the type of figurative language used: “It was as big as a pea.”
Simile
100
After the sirens went of, Joe knew that there was a tornado coming." What is the CAUSE?
The sirens went off.
100
The girl shook off her umbrella... (what is the weather like?)
Raining
100
What is the beginning of a story called, where you are given the setting, character information, and conflict?
Exposition
100
This part of speech names a person, place, or thing.
A noun.
200
Name the type of figurative language used: Grandfather’s fingers
Wrap around my hand
And warm me like a mitten.
Simile
200
Jane failed her test since she didn't study. What is the CAUSE?
She didn't study.
200
The man grabbed the pot handle and yelled. (Why?)
It was too hot.
200
What is the most exciting part of the story, or the "turning point?"
Climax
200
The part of speech describes a noun.
Adjective
300
Name the following type of figurative language: “And flowers lift their heads.”
Personification
300
The sky began to darken and the wind began to howl. Tim was becoming very frightened.Name (2) CAUSES.
The sky darkened and the wind howled.
300
Margot's mom found out she got an F on her test, so she wanted to talk to her. (Why?)
To ground her.
300
After the story has reached its climax and the conflict is being solved, it is called the...
Resolution
300
This part of speech is an action word.
Verb
400
Name the following type of figurative language: "The crowd was an angry beast."
Metaphor
400
Sally overslept on Monday. Consequently, she missed school and was grounded. What are (2) EFFECTS?
Missed school and was grounded.
400
Through the window, you could see Kevin begin to lower his head. The other man began gesturing wildly. Finally, Kevin stood up and walked quietly out the door. What happened?
Various answers.
400
The very end of the story is called the...
Conclusion
400
This part of speech describes a verb, adverb, or adjective.
Adverb
500
Name the following type of figurative language: "My bookbag weighs a TON!"
Hyperbole
500
Finish the following sentence: The man driving did not see the red light until the very last second and...
Various answers possible.
500
The boy was very thin, and looked under fed. His eyes were as empty as the cup he held in his hand. The worst part, though, was that no one seemed to notice him as they walked past. What is the boy doing?
Begging for money on the street.
500
The events in a story that lead up to the climax are called the...
Rising Action
500
When trying to find the main idea, it is important to answer the 5 _____ and _____.