figurative language
what is a simile
comparing one thing to another
select the correct punctuation: when I went to the store, the bathroom was closed(?) I had to go somewhere else instead.
;
what is the theme in this story: Elias, a street artist known for his vibrant murals depicting the city's forgotten corners, found himself in a difficult situation. His art, once celebrated for its raw honesty, now faced criticism for its perceived negativity. A new, corporate-backed art district, "The Golden Canvas," was replacing the vibrant murals with sanitized, corporate-sponsored art, and Elias felt his voice being silenced. One day, while painting a mural depicting a forgotten alley, he was confronted by a young woman, Clara, the daughter of the developer behind The Golden Canvas. Clara, initially furious, began to see Elias's perspective, and his art, not as a reflection of negativity, but as a reminder of the city's rich, complex history. Through their shared experience and understanding, they found a way to collaborate, using Elias's art as a foundation for a new, inclusive art district that celebrated both the past and the future.
forgiveness and empathy
what is plot
sequence of events in a narrative
how did Bill die?
a boating explosion
what is a metaphor
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable
which two words are synonyms: renew, reliable, dependable, unreliable
reliable, dependable
what is the theme to this story:
Elara, fresh out of college and feeling lost, is given a large, sprawling garden on the outskirts of Los Angeles. This is her grandmother's legacy, a place of vibrant life and rich history. Her grandmother, a renowned botanist, had cultivated this space for decades, turning it into a sanctuary amidst the bustling city.
The story begins with Elara finding herself in a quandary: The Los Angeles area is facing a severe drought, threatening the garden's survival. The news is grim, and the future looks bleak. As the days go by and the garden slowly starts to dry up, Elara's spirit mirrors the garden's, becoming equally brittle and fragile.
However, Elara's grandmother's stories and the enduring spirit of the garden begin to inspire her. She learns to ration water, experiment with drought-resistant plants, and develop a deep understanding of her grandmother's methods. With each passing day, Elara finds a new strength and resilience, much like the plants themselves. She even finds solace in the small victories, such as coaxing a single, stubborn bloom to open.
The climax of the story is when Elara, with her newfound resilience, decides to organize a community gardening project. She brings together neighbors who share her passion for nature, and they transform the neighborhood into a haven of greenery. The drought eventually breaks, and the garden thrives, but Elara's story is not just about the garden's survival; it's about her own journey
resilience in the face of adversity
what is setting
the place, time, and location
Where did Jake originally live?
The retirement home
what is a conjunction
a word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause
which word has the wrong pronunciation: Sgt. mcDaniels is out on a mission and will not be back for a while.
McDaniel's
A young girl, Elara, lives in a town where the color purple is forbidden, deemed too vibrant, too disruptive. Her grandmother, however, secretly possesses a single purple flower, a symbol of freedom and joy. Elara's life is colored by the drab gray of her town, but her grandmother's flower sparks a desire for something more, a desire that ultimately leads Elara to challenge the status quo,
what is main idea
the main focus in is story
Where did Bill want to be buried?
Below a jaguar preserve
what is personification
a figure intended to represent an abstract quality
The pirate took (all/our) gold!
our
A young girl, Maya, finds solace in the dusty attic of her inherited Summerville, SC home, using it as a sanctuary where she can escape the chaos of everyday life.
finding refuge and creativity in unexpected places.
what is theme
the moral of the story: the lesson
how long were Doc and Bill friends for
since they were kids
what is an oxymoron
a figure of speech in which apparently contradictory terms appear in conjunction
what is the mistake/mistakes in this sentence: sally went down to the store to grab so'me milk.
Sally and some
At last she turned away, hiding her disappointment and saying: The Grapes are sour, and not ripe as I thought
If you think something is not worth having, ask yourself: “Is that only because I think I'm unable to achieve it?”
what is grammar
correct spelling and punctuation
where did Jake go to find his dad
Manuas, Brazil