Content Vocabulary
"Michelle loves to take her significant other to theatrical performances, especially Shakespeare's plays."
What is the meaning of significant other (N), as used in the sentence above?
A person one has a romantic connection with
"The core of the story focuses on friendship and teamwork."
What is the meaning of core (A), as used in the sentence above?
Central or essential
"If it rains, we will have an alternative plan for recess inside the gym."
What is the meaning of alternative (A), as used in the sentence above?
Something used in place of another; different.
"The pavement was as hot as lava."
What is the meaning of line (N), based on the example above?
"The pavement was as hot as lava." "
What is the meaning of imagery (N), as based on the example above?
Visually descriptive language
"We only met about a year ago, but a strong bond of friendship has already formed between us."
What is the meaning of bond (N), as used in the sentence above?
a feeling or emotion that brings and keeps two people together; connection.
"Skipping practice could negate all the progress he made last week."
What is the meaning of negate (V), as used in the sentence above?
To deny the truth or existence of.
"The teacher asked students to comment on the main idea of the article."
What is the meaning of comment (N), as used in the sentence above?
Expression of an opinion, belief or information
"The old pond-
a frog jumps in,
sound of water."
What is the meaning of poem (N), based on the example above?
A piece of writing that part speech and song.
"A dog ran fast down the street
It stopped to rest beside my feet”
What is the meaning of rhyme scheme (N), as based on the example above?
"The psychologist was interested in learning about the minds of people who have lost one of their five senses."
What is the meaning of psychologist (N), as used in the sentence above?
A person who studies the human mind and behaviors
"Students interact with one another during group discussions."
What is the meaning of interact (V), as used in the sentence above?
To socialize or engage with someone else
"The class reacted with surprise when they heard the unexpected ending."
What is the meaning of react (V), as used in the sentence above?
To change or take action in response to something.
"Morning cracks the quiet air,
Light spills gold across the street,
Shoes drum hope into the day.
Voices rise like startled birds,
Dreams tuck notes inside their wings,
Fear learns how to breathe again.
By night, the sky exhales our names,
Stars keep watch, and somewhere deep,
Tomorrow waits, still warm with chance."
What is the meaning of stanza (N), as based on the example above?
A group of lines forming a verse.
“poof!” “Boom” “Pow”
What is the meaning of sound device (N), as based on the examples above?
The ordered pattern of noises or sounds in a text.
"The roller coaster with three loops and a steep drop is the most exhilarating ride in the whole park."
What is the meaning of exhilarating(A), as used in the sentence above?
Exciting or thrilling
"Everyone in the group had to contribute at least one idea to the project."
What is the meaning of contribute (V), as used in the sentence above?
To to give something to a common purpose.
"There was a sudden shift in mood when the lights went out."
What is the meaning of shift (V), as used in the sentence above?
To change the emphasis, direction, or focus of
"Imagery, Rhyme Scheme, Sound Devices"
What is the meaning of poetic device (N), as based on the example above?
Literary techniques and structures used to enhance a poem.
"I watched my brother sprint toward the bus, knowing he would never notice me waving from the porch."
What is the meaning of point of view (N), as based on the example above?
The perspective of who or what is speaking in a poem.
"The justice’s influential ruling in the case affected the way lower courts ruled in similar matters."
What is the meaning of influential(A), as used in the sentence above?
Having the power to change how others think or act
"She added another layer of clothing to stay warm outside."
What is the meaning of layer (N), as used in the sentence above?
A level in something that cannot be seen or touched.
"Be sure to specify which chapter you are talking about in your answer."
What is the meaning of specify (V), as used in the sentence above?
To define or identify clearly.