Figurative Language
Identify the figurative language used in the sentence below.
The basketball went swoosh as it went through the net.
A.) Metaphor
B.) Simile
C.) Onomatopoeia
D.) Hyperbole
C. Onomatopoeia
This is an example of when an author goes back to tell a story from the past. Which craft move do the author use?
"Uncle shared his food with Salva-a piece of sugar cane to suck on right away, then fish that they cooked over a fire and yams roasted in the ashes. At home, Salva had never been hungry. His family owned many cattle; they were among the better-off families in their village of Loun-Arik." What did the author, Linda Sue Park, use in this paragraph?
What is a flashback?
I had to go to the dermatologist for a rash on my back. What is the definition of the root - derm?
A.) Feet
B.) Skin
C.) Leg
D.) Two
Skin
What are the correct definitions of the theme and central idea?
A.) Theme-what the story is really about; Central idea-the lesson or message of the story
B.) Central Idea- what the story is really about; Theme - the lesson or message of the story
C.) What the character says or does in the story
D.) None of the above
B - Central Idea- what the story is really about; Theme - the lesson or message of the story
Which sentence punctuates the title of a poem correctly?
a.) In the book, A Long Walk to Water, the main character is upset.
b.) In the book, A Long Walk to Water, the main character is upset.
c.) In the book, "A Long Walk to Water," the main character is upset.
In the poem, "Spring Storm, the main character is upset.
Read the sentence and identify the best figure of speech that describes it.
The lightning danced across the sky.
A.) Simile
B.) Metaphor
C.) Alliteration
D.) Personification
Personification
Lighting cannot dance - humans can
In the literature, this is where the author introduces the setting, characters, and conflict.
A.) Exposition
B.) Rising Action
C.) Climax
D.) Resolution
What is exposition?
She moved here to study the geology of the area. What is the definition of the root - logy?
A.) Study of
B.) Expert in
C.) Light
D.) To see
Study of
What is the theme of this story?
Mr. Alberswerth tried out for the varsity basketball team at Pilgrim Park Middle School. But at five feet and two inches tall, the coach believed that Alberswerth was too short to play at that level, so he was cut from the team. Alberswerth didn’t let this obstacle defeat him. In fact, it pushed him to work even harder. He trained vigorously and grew another four inches the following summer. When he finally made the varsity squad, he averaged 25 points a game and went on to become one of the greatest rec basketball players of all time.
A.) Persistence
B.) Being persistent can help you reach your goals
C.) Mr. A worked hard to become a successful rec basketball player.
D.) Mr. A is a baller on and off the court
Being persistent can help your reach your goals
Which sentence punctuates the apposite correctly using commas?
a.) Two young boys, brothers named Martin and Amos, were the best players on the team
b.) Two young boys brothers, named Martin and Amos, were the best players on the team
c.) Two young, boys brothers, named Martin and Amos were the best players on the team.
d.) None of the above
a.) Two young boys, Martin and Amos, were the best players on the team
Everyone waited for the door to open. Instead of wearing formal attire, Ingrid walked through the door looking like a clown. Her hair was a mess, her jeans were ripped, and she was wearing two different shoes. Her mother shook her head and walked away.
What is emphasized with the simile in this excerpt?
A. Mother’s disappointment
B. Ingrid’s sloppy attire
C. the door opening
D. Ingrid’s new job
Ingrid's sloppy attire
This is when an author gives a hint about something that will happen in the future. For example, a child tells the parent not to worry, that everything will be fine. Readers will see this worry as a precursor to the danger coming soon.
A.) Flashback
B.) Symbolism
C.) Foreshadowing
D.) Stanza
What is foreshadowing
Mrs. Flasch filled her thermos of coffee because she was very tired.
What is the meaning of the root - therm?
A.) Control
B.) Water
C.) Heat
D.) Move
Heat
Basketball began in New England over a hundred years ago. The game of basketball was invented in the 1800s by Dr. James Naismith. Naismith was a Canadian living in the United States. While living in the cold winters of Massachusetts, he conceived a new game that could be played indoors. Originally, Naismith used a soccer ball and peach baskets. Today, basketball is played with orange balls, hoops and nets. Basketball is regularly played in backyards, parks and schools. In addition, basketball has become a professional, competitive sport. There are professional basketball teams in countries all over the world.
What is the central idea of the passage?
lent for leadership.
A.) Basketball was created to be played indoors and is played around the world.
B.) Basketball is a common sport that is played when it is cold outside.
C.) James Naismith started the game of basketball as a hobby.
D.) There are professional basketball players from many different countries
A.) Basketball was created to be played indoors and is played around the world.
Which sentences uses a dash correctly?
a.) You're the new - variable something no one expected - so you get to end Stina's reign of terror.
b.) You're the new variable - something no one expected - so you get to end Stina's reign of terror.
c.) You're the - new variable something no one expected - so you get to end Stina's reign of terror.
d.) You're the new variable something no one expected so you get to end Stina's reign of terror.
From Keeper of the Lost Cities
b.) You're the new variable - something no one expected - so you get to end Stina's reign of terror.
Read the sentence and identify the best figure of speech that describes it.
Randy was acting like a Scrooge with his money.
A.) Metaphor
B.) Alliteration
C.) Oxymoron
D.) Allusion
Allusion
“Of course I’ll clean your room for you,” said mother.
“Right after they crown me Queen of England.”
What is the tone of this excerpt?
A. Sarcastic
B. Depressing
C . Serious
D. Objective
Sarcastic
My friend was an advocate for people.
What is the meaning of the root, "voc'
a.) sound
b.) voice
c.) loud
d.) friendship
b.) voice.
Identify the claim in the sentence.
The internet has changed the world in numerous ways. Online shopping began as a way to make catalog shopping easier. As more online stores popped up and shipping rates became cheaper, more people began to make their purchases online. Many businesses have closed down because they couldn’t compete with the popularity of online shopping.
a. Many businesses have closed because they couldn't compete with the popularity of online shopping.
b.) As more online stores popped up and shipping rates became cheaper, more people began to make their purchases online.
c.) The internet has changed the world in numerous ways.
d.) Amazon is way to shop from home.
c.) The internet has changed the world in numerous ways.
Read the Poem Excerpt.
I saw the different things you did,
But always you yourself you hid.
I felt you push, I heard you call,
I could not see yourself at all–
O wind, a-blowing all day long,
O wind, that sings so loud a song!
What is the rhyme scheme?
A.)AAABBB
B.) AAACCC
C.) AABBCC
D.)AAAAAC
C.) AABBCC
Read the sentence and identify the figure of speech that best describes it. Quitting my job was bittersweet.
A.) Allusion
B.) Metaphor
C.) Personification
D.) Oxymoron
oxymoron
Identify the author's bias
Harry Potter is a series of fantasy novels by author J.k Rowling. Although it has been wildly popular, it could be one of the most poorly written examples of young adult literature. The series has sold millions of copies and grossed incredible returns in the box office as a movie adaptation, despite its shallow character development and scattered plot-line.
a.) The serious has sold million of copies and grossed incredible returns.
b.) Harry can cast magic spells
c.) Although it has been wildly popular, it could be one of the most poorly written examples of young adult literature.
d.) It was written by J.K. Rowling
c.) Although it has been wildly popular, it could be one of the most poorly written examples of young adult literature.
Being ambidextrous really helped me dribble a basketball. What is the meaning of the root word - ambi?
A.) Lives on land and water
B.) One
C) Can use both hands equally well
D.) Run
Both hands equally well
What is the central idea?
Music streaming services are very popular. Streaming services let listeners play a certain song on demand or create playlists or stations. The cost of these services can be much cheaper than paying for individual songs. Most services have an option for free listening, which usually includes ads. Some services give listeners the option to download music to their devices so they can listen even when they don’t have service or Wi-Fi. Streaming music is very popular, but it is a fairly new trend. The way people listen to music has changed over time and will continue to do so as technology advances.
a.) Music streaming services are popular and are cheaper than buying individual songs.
b.) Paid streaming services do not usually play ads.
c. Listeners can download music to their devices with some services
d. Music streaming services are popular and come in different options.
d. Music streaming services are popular and come in different options.
G. The history of pools is much longer than some might assume. The first known pool was built thousands of years ago. Swimming as a fun activity occurred as far back as the Greek and Roman Empires. In fact, the first heated pool belonged to a Roman patron of the arts around 100 BC. At one point, swimming pools were often only obtainable by the very wealthy. Over time that has changed considerably. Today, cities, schools, hotels and homeowners build pools to provide fun and exercise.
What is the meaning of obtainable as it is used in the passage?
a. unavailable
b. existing
c. available
d. vacant
c. available