Context Clues
When Jose found out that his little brother, Emilio, carelessly broke Jose’s Xbox, Jose was vexed and sure let Emilio know it.
A. controversial B. balanced C. difficult D. Signaled
controversial
Ice cream is a frozen, sugary, sweet delicacy. The treat comes in various flavors like strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate.
A) Listing B) Description C) Sequence D) Compare and Contrast
Description
Do you remember how timid I was about walking to school with you? Well, imagine me both joyful and fearful upon hearing that I was moving to San Francisco! I was eager to see Father, but leaving my home and moving to an unknown place seemed almost unbearable. I didn't know what to expect in America, but upon my first glimpse of our ship, the Panama, I knew the voyage would be fascinating.
New experiences can be adventures
Then, suddenly, a blurry patch of dense black crosses the trail some distance ahead of me.
That Cody is not alone in the park
Vocalization include a chitter, which sounds much like the chattering of teeth; a bark which is similar to that of a dog.
What is onomatopoeia
Jane could have easily offended Bertha when she informed her that the dress did not fit her well, but Jane used tact and consideration when choosing her words, so Bertha’s feelings were not hurt.
A. Carelessness B.) Signaled C.) sensitivity D.) generous
What is sensitivity
A.) Description B) Listing C) Compare and Contrast D) Problem and Solution
People often refer to taxes in terms of their being much too high. In reality, they are probably even higher than you think, because in addition to the federal income tax we are now studying, there are many other Federal, State, and local taxes, including sales taxes, inheritance taxes, state income taxes, personal property taxes, real estate taxes, and others. These are just some of the most obvious ones.
Taxes are too high
Joseph couldn’t wait to go swimming at Cal’s house. He got everything ready, but when he looked out the window, it was raining.
Joseph won't be going swimming
The sun is just starting to burn the dew from the grass, and each green blade, coated with tiny, reflective droplets, is a glittering emerald.
What is a metaphor
Stanley tried to determine the meaning of the vocabulary word, but there were so few clues in the sentence, all he could do was hopelessly conjecture as to what the word might mean.
A) Fact B) Guess C) Prosperity D) Critical
guess
Want to know how to make ice cream? First, Stir sugar, cream, and milk into a saucepan over low heat until sugar has dissolved. Next, Transfer cream mixture to a pourable container such as a large measuring cup. Then, Pour cold ice cream mix into an ice cream maker, turn on the machine, and churn. Finally, you can serve your frozen treat.
A.) Description B) Chronological C) Cause and Effect D) Compare and Contrast
Chronological
The attitudes of Americans toward gambling are amazingly contradictory. You may find, for example, that horse racing is legal in your state, but that you cannot legally play poker for money on your front porch; bookies may be prosecuted by state law, but they are supposed to purchase a federal license nonetheless; one church condemns gambling, while another raises money by sponsoring Bingo games. Gambling laws are inconsistent from state to state or even from town to town and are very difficult to enforce.
Gambling laws are difficult to enforce
The grass on the schools front lawn, the benches, and sidewalk were wet this morning.
It rained the night before
"I remember the summer with lightening bugs and honeysuckle smells; the cold winters when the field would be brown and would crackle under my feet."
-The Cay, Theodore Taylor
What is imagery
The magnanimous judge released the young offender who had been caught stealing bread by saying, “Everybody has to eat,” and slamming down his gavel.
A) Generous B) Pleased C) Scholarly D) Dormat
generous
In northern areas, the weather is too cold to grow crops all year long. But some farmers have found a way to grow food all year. A greenhouse is a special building that stays warm in the winter. Crops like lettuce and basil can grow well in the greenhouse, even when the weather is cold.
A) Problem and Solution B) Description C) Compare and Contrast D) Listing
Problem and Solution
Passing fears are common in early childhood. Many 2- to 4-year-olds are afraid of animals, especially dogs. By 6 years, children are more likely to be afraid of the dark. Other common fears are of thunderstorms, doctors, and imaginary creatures.
Passing fears are common in early childhood.
Some of the children were walking around the room, some of them were standing in small groups, and some of them were at their desks, putting finishing touches on cardboard mailboxes. After coloring a cool flame on the side of his racecar mailbox, Johnny hopped off his chair, strutted over to Veronica’s desk, and dropped a small white envelope into her princess castle mailbox. Veronica blushed and played with her hair. While this was happening, Brayden was frantically trying to put a small white envelope into everyone’s mailbox. After giving one to Ms. Smith, Brayden pulled out a medium-sized red envelope from his pocket. He blushed and tried to put it in Veronica’s mailbox, but it wouldn’t quite fit. Brayden struggled with it for a few seconds and then ran off with the envelope.
It's Valentine's Day and Brayden likes Veronica
The book laughed as the girl tickled its pages.
What is personification
Indigenous peoples in Virginia devised a preparation from the roots and berries of pokeweed to reduce the pain of rheumatism.
A) research B) training C) readiness D) substance
Substance
When a building is abandoned, nature takes over. Animals such as mice, snakes, and bats move in. Vines grow on the outside. Snow and rain cause wood to rot and beams to break. When the rook finally collapses, trees and weeds can grow inside the building.
A) Process B) Listing C) Sequence D) Cause and Effect
Cause and Effect
Congratulations! You have been offered a job. The time has come to negotiate your salary. The question to ask yourself is: "How much am I worth?" Your answer will likely affect the outcome of your salary negotiation. The point is, in order to negotiate the best possible salary, you must convince both yourself and the employer of the value that you will bring to the job.
Negotiating Salaries
“Tommy!” Mom called out as she walked in the front door. “Tommy,” she continued shouting, “I sure could use some help with these groceries. There was still no reply. Mom walked into the kitchen to put the grocery bags down on the counter when she noticed shattered glass from the picture window all over the living room floor and a baseball not far from there. “I’m going to kill you, Tommy!” Mom yelled to herself as she realized that Tommy’s shoes were gone.
That Tommy broke the window playing baseball.
I must hear from thee every day in the hour, For in a minute there are many days: O, by this count I shall be much in years ere I again behold my Romeo!
What is hyperbole