Definition
Author's Purpose
Antonym
Synonyms
Literary devices
100
What is the definition of unreality?
Something that is unreal, invalid, or imaginary
100
Ashley ran up the hill with Jake. She was carrying a pail. Jake tripped over a rock and caused Ashley to tumble down the side of the hill. She broke her arm and refused to talk to Jake for three weeks. Jake decided to make her a cake one day. He wanted to apologize. Ashley accepted the cake and they were best friends once again. What is the author's purpose?
What is to entertain the reader
100
What is the antonym for the word ENORMOUS? A. Soft B. Average C. Tiny D. Weak
What is Option C
100
What is a synonym for the word comparable?
Similar
100
Picture this literary scene: the main character hears a scream, and then sees a man running out of the room with a bloody knife. You can often come to the conclusion (most of the time) that he killed whoever just screamed, although it never says outright that "the guy with the knife butchered the screamer." This type of intelligent conclusion drawn by the reader based on clues and observations is called a(n) __________?
What is a Inference
200
What’s the definition of the word inspissate?
To thicken, as by evaporation; make or become dense
200
Cookies are a necessary food item in your life. First, they taste amazing, like sweet nectar that warms your tummy. Second, they come in all kinds of flavors. Even if you are a picky eater, there is surely a type of cookie that will please you. Finally, cookies make you happy. If you decide not to eat cookies, you will be miserable and cranky for the rest of your life. Eat them now! What is the author's purpose?
What is to persuade the reader
200
What is the antonym for the word COMMISSIONED? A. Started B. Closed C. Finished D. Terminated
What is the option D
200
What is a synonym for the word personification?
Representation or model
200
"The road was a ribbon of moonlight," is an example of which of these literary techniques?
What is a Metaphor
300
What is the definition of the word furphy?
False report, or rumor
300
Brushing your teeth is very important. Some do not know the proper way to accomplish this task. First, you put a dime size amount of toothpaste on a toothbrush. Brush the top right side of your teeth, in a circular motion, all over the teeth. After 20 seconds, switch to the top left side of your teeth and repeat. Repeat four more times with the rest of your teeth. When done brushing, rinse your mouth clean with water. Make sure to clean the brush as well! You're finished! You now have beautiful, clean teeth. The author's purpose is to...
What is to explain to the reader
300
What is the antonym for the word QUIESCENT? A. ACTIVE B. Dormant C. Weak D. Unconcerned
What is option A
300
What is a synonym for the word metaphor?
a figure of speech that doesn't literally mean what it says
300
"If I do not eat my daily papaya, I will surely die" is an example of what type of literary device?
What is a hyperbole
400
What is the definition of the word geminate?
Combined, arranged in pairs or twins
400
The rabbit's long ears, which can be more than 10 cm (4 in) long, are probably an adaptation for detecting predators. They have large, powerful hind legs. The two front paws have 5 toes, the extra called the dewclaw. The hind feet have 4 toes. The author's purpose is...
What is to inform the reader
400
What is the antonym for the word FLAGITIOUS? A. Innocent B. Vapid C. Ignorant D. Frivolous
What is option A
400
What is a synonym for the word protagonist?
Principal, lead, or title role
400
"The wall stared at me silently" is an example of what type of literary tool?
What is Personification
500
What is the definition of the word schlemiel?
An awkward or unlucky person for whom things never turn our right
500
The three types of expository text are...
What are informational, procedural, and persuasive
500
What is the antonym for the word CULPABLE? A. Defendable B. Blameless C. Careless D. Irresponsible
What is option B
500
What is a synonym for the word stricture?
Blame or criticism
500
"The sun was like a large ball of butter" is an example of what literary technique?
What is a Simile
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