Figurative Language
Which of these sentences is an opinion about the tragedy Romeo and Juliet? A. The feud is ended, but it is an act that only the death of their children could make happen. B. Moments later, Juliet wakes up to find Romeo dead C. Audiences will watch the entire play, hoping that something will be done so that the lovers can be saved D. It is stated that there are two households of equal status in Verona, Italy
C. Audiences will watch the entire play, hoping that something will be done so that the lovers can be saved
The central message or meaning that the author tries to convey in a piece of literature that relates to everyday life or human experiences. Ex: Love conquers all
A. Thesis
B. Theme
C. Allusion
D. Main Idea
B. Theme
A character is lost in the Amazon. They have to fight against the harsh conditions in order to stay alive. What type of conflict is this?
Man Vs. Nature
If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It can work like magic to make you feel better!
The main idea of this passage is:
a. Sometimes people feel sad
b. You should do good things for others
c. We’re not always happy
d. There are many ways to make yourself feel better
d. There are many ways to make yourself feel better
As the weekend progressed, our relationship did not improve, and I was out of ideas. Phoebe even convinced her friends to embark on a personal voyage to “get me.” As a result, I spent the getaway with a target on my back and there wasn’t anything I could do to fix it. Identify the Mood within above passage?
A. Convinced
B. Confused
C. Defeated
D. Disappointed
C. Defeated
telegraph, autograph, telegraph What is the root word used? What is its meaning?
Graph - write
Did you know that giraffes are the tallest animals in the world? They are unique in other ways, too. For one thing, they sleep only about 20 minutes each day and, usually, not more than five minutes at a time. (They have to remain alert for predators.) Also, every giraffe’s coat is unique and varies in color from white to nearly black, depending on what they eat and where they live.
The main idea of this passage is:
a. Giraffes don’t sleep very much.
b. Giraffes are unique animals.
c. There are many animals in the world.
d. No animal is taller than a giraffe.
b. Giraffes are unique animals.
Jack bolted down the road to the village square, a carpet of brown and gold crunching beneath his feet along the route. Which of the following best explains the meaning of a "carpet of brown and gold"? A. The dirt of the unpaved road B. The pattern of bricks lining the route C. The leaves that have fallen from the trees D. The dirty ice and snow covering the ground
D. The dirty ice and snow covering the ground
"The old woman staggered out with the enormous pack on her shoulders, which covered her completely. At first she swayed, heading out into the forest, where the air was filled with dusty white whirlwinds of snow, like goblins dancing in the cold. She disappeared, and Mother sighed and prayed for her safety." Identify the mood within the above passage?
A. Staggering
B. Cold
C. Prayerful
D. Anxious
D. Anxious
What is the meaning of infer or inference?
A. Summarizing
B. Drawing conclusions, a logical guess, what you can tell from a piece of literature
C. Meaning of the story
B. Drawing conclusions, a logical guess, what you can tell from a piece of literature
Regular physical activity improves both your physical and mental health. Exercise helps your heart, strengthens your muscles, and boosts your energy. It can also reduce stress and improve your mood. Even a short daily walk can make a difference.
What is the main idea of this passage?
Extra point: What is one supporting detail that provides evidence of this?
Main Idea: Exercise benefits both the body and mind.
Supporting Detail: Exercise can reduce stress and improve mood.
"Matilda is a special child," Mrs. Wimbly said with a stern glare in Matilda's direction, "it won't happen again."
A. Mrs. Wimbly is Matilda's aunt
B. Mrs. Wimbly is disappointed in Matilda's actions
C. Mrs. Wimbly hates getting in trouble
D. Matilda is a special child
B. Mrs. Wimbly is disappointed in Matilda
Fill in the missing vocabulary word:
Henry was so ravenous last night that he __________ everything is sight.
ate, inhaled, devoured
The lugubrious wails of the gypsies matched the dreary whistling of the wind in the all but-deserted cemetery. Based on context clues, we can infer the word "lugubrious" to mean:
A. Exciting
B. Sorrowful
C. Disappointing
D. Desperate
B. Sorrowful
The students were very quiet when the teacher walked over to the science center. The children sat at their desks and looked down at their hands. No one made a sound. The teacher looked around the classroom. Then she saw the pieces on the floor. Infer What happened in the classroom?
Someone broke a glass beaker
"You've already told that story 100 times!" is an example of what type of figurative language?
Hyperbole
People giggled and pointed at her feet. She didn't understand until she looked down. She turned red with embarrassment. She realized she should not have gotten dressed in the dark. Infer Why shouldn't she have gotten dressed in the dark?
She put on two different shoes
Elise was famished after her long day, she couldn't wait to eat when she got home.
Based on the context clues, famished means what?
Extremely hungry, starving
Which answer choice would come next in the analogy?
Tree : Lumber
a) Toe : Finger
b) Pencil : Paper
c) Sheep: Wool
d) Computer : Printer
c) Sheep: Wool
Fill in a missing vocabulary word that could fit in this sentence:
Because he was so __________, it was impossible to have a conversation without it resulting in a fight.
argumentative, confrontational