Classroom Rules
When you do exchange books in the classroom library?
Mondays 7:15-7:30
To yield means
to produce or create something.
urban
something that is related to a city
What are the purpose of context clues?
to find the meaning of an unknown word
What do we mean by figurative language?
a language used to create a special feeling or effect.
Should not be taken literally.
What do you do if there is a perimeter lockdown?
Stay sitting and continue what you are doing
_____________________turf looks almost like real grass but never has to be moved.
artificial
to add a harmful substance to something
What does antonym mean?
The opposite of a word
What three things do you need for something to be a simile?
Comparison two or more things
the word like or the word as
What is Ms. Wilson's number one rule
Giving Respect
Alternative
a choice or option that can take the place of something.
What does Benevolent mean?
person or thing that is kind
If words have similiar meanings they are called what?
synonyms
Lion King is an example of what figurative language?
personification
What do you do if there is a fire drill? All 3 the steps
1. quickly exit the building
2. be quiet
3. go to the middle field
4. no running
Plots -What are the two definitions I gave for this word?
small section of land in a cemetery
The turning point of a story, where tension or drama is at its highest
Transform
to change from one thing to another.
What is a synonym for the word rectify?
correct
What is a metaphor?
Comparing two or more things without using like or as
Before you talk you much first to what?
Raise your hand
Endangered
to be at risk of great hard or death
Humble
it is simple and not impressive or not proud or arrogant, or not thinking of yourself as better than others.
What are the 6 types of context clues?
1. word parts
2. examples
3. definitions
4. visuals with lables.
5. synonyms
6. antonyms
Give 2 examples of hyperbole
Student answers may vary.