Figurative Language
Give an example of ONOMATOPOEIA.
A word that looks and sounds like the sound it makes, like BOOM, POP, BUZZ - any response that fits the definition is acceptable!
What does "infer" mean?
To figure something out even though it isn't specifically mentioned; to read between the lines
What is the tool that crosses out incorrect answers?
The answer eliminator
When you are writing the next chapter/extending the story, you should use what in your response?
a) figurative language
b) dialogue
c) plot events consistent with the original text
d) correct capitalization, punctuation, and grammar
e) all of the above
e) all of the above
What does "support your claim" or "support your argument" mean?
It means you should back up your main idea with evidence from the text or examples.
What is alliteration?
The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words, like "Tom's tiny toes tickle tall toads."
Narrative writing does this.
Narrative writing tells a story.
During MCAS testing, I should:
During MCAS I should
a) leave answers blank
b) skip the reading and just answer the questions
c) think about what I'm having for lunch
d) take my time and stay focused
d) take my time and stay focused
When you are writing the next chapter/extending the story, what should you NOT use in your response?
a) figurative language
b) dialogue
c) plot events consistent with the original text
d) First person - "Let me tell you about... I think..."
d) First person - "Let me tell you about... I think..."
What is a struggle between opposing forces?
problem or conflict (internal or external)
What type of figurative language is in the following statement?
"The daffodils were like a ray of sunshine on the kitchen table."
SIMILE = a comparison between two things using like or as
What is theme?
the message or lesson the author wants the reader to learn
I should always use the following in my writing:
a) complete sentences
b) correct spelling
c) punctuation
d) all of the above
d) all of the above
What does "sequence" mean?
to present events in the order in which they happened
TRUE OR FALSE:
In a two-part question with Part A and Part B, if you get Part A wrong, you can still get credit for getting Part B correct.
FALSE!!
You *must* show your understanding of the main concept from Part A in order to get credit for the supporting detail in Part B.
If you have a question about this, please ask it right now!
What type of figurative language is in the following statement?
"Samira was the rock of the family - everyone looked to her for strength."
METAPHOR = a direct comparison between two unlike things (Samira and a rock)
What is personification?
To give human characteristics to non-human things - "The clouds wept"
The conclusion should restate which part of your essay writing?
The claim or main idea sentence
What does "describe" mean?
to give details
For multiple choice questions I should:
a) say "eeny meeny miney moe" to choose an answer
b) choose the first answer that seems right
c) find evidence in the reading, then read all of the choices before picking one that matches my evidence.
d) pick the answer that doesn't fit
c) find evidence in the reading, then read all of the choices before picking one that matches my evidence.
What are sensory details?
words and phrases that appeal to the five senses
Expository writing does this.
Expository writing provides the reader with facts and explanation about a topic.
Expository = Explains!
When is the ELA MCAS?
Monday 4/10 and Tuesday 4/11
What purpose do the commas serve in this example?
"George wanted to make a tropical fruit smoothie. He went to the store to get bananas, papayas, passionfruit, and strawberries."
You should always support your claim with this.
Evidence