Definition
What is a Prodigy?
A) A young person with extraordinary talent or ability
B) An old person with many years of experience
C) A person who works in a factory
D) A type of musical instrument
What is a "prodigy"?
A) A young person with extraordinary talent or ability
Synonym for symbol
emblem, sign, icon, representation, token, figure, mark, and badge.
Which word is an antonym of tenacity?
A. Determination
B. Persistence
C. Giving up
D. Effort
c. giving up
Use nurture in a sentence.
It's important to nurture plants by giving them water and sunlight.
What is an afterword, and where can we find this section in a book?
An afterword is a generally short section of writing at the end of a book that provides some additional closure on the story or commentary from the author on the work itself.
Define medium
Give an example of a medium ( extra 200 pts)
the material, form, or mode of expression used to create a work of art
Synonym for intuition
instinct, insight, gut feeling, sixth sense, perception, hunch, discernment
Which word is an antonym of turbulent?
A. Stormy
B. Chaotic
C. Calm
D. Noisy
c. calm
Use chaotic in a sentence.
The classroom was chaotic when students started talking loudly and throwing papers.
What does it mean to paraphrase?
To restate an author's words in one's own words.
What does the word callous most nearly mean?
A. Kind and caring
B. cold-hearted or showing little feeling for others
C. Very tired
D. Loud and energetic
B. cold-hearted or showing little feeling for others
What is a synonym for defiant
rebellious, disobedient, insubordinate, confrontational, resistant, unyielding, bold, and rebellious.
Antonym for surpass
"fall behind," "be inferior to" or "lag."
Use mood in a sentence
The story's happy ending set a joyful mood for the readers.
What is a citation?
a quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author
Define alienated
feeling isolated and rejected
Synonym for trailblazer
pioneer, innovator, pathfinder, forerunner, groundbreaker,
antonym for distorted
"accurate," "clear," "true," or "straight."
use sensational in a sentence
The fireworks show was so sensational that everyone cheered loudly.
What is a central idea
an essential idea that the writer is communicating to the reader in a nonfiction text.
Define illustrate, and list the 5 ways an author illustrates ideas and events.
in the context of reading, to illustrate means to show examples that demonstrate an idea/person/event, so that the reader can better understand what they are trying to communicate.
1. anecdote
2.detailed description
3. background info
4. statistics/data
5. quotations
Synonym for adversity.
How did Misty Copeland overcome adversity?
hardship, misfortune, difficulty, trouble, obstacle, challenge, affliction, and suffering
Misty Copeland overcame adversity through resilience, determination, and hard work. Facing racial stereotypes and limited opportunities as a Black ballerina, she broke barriers in the ballet world by persevering through societal prejudices and self-doubt.
Antonym for adversity
prosperity, success, fortune, luck, comfort, ease, happiness, and well-being.
Use legacy in a sentence.
Explain how Misty Copeland, or one of the female artist we highlighted in our unit left a legacy.
Her grandfather’s kind actions left a lasting legacy that inspired everyone in the family.
Give an example of an internal conflict.
Zhane wanted to stay home and rest, but she also knew she should go to her friend's birthday party, and she couldn't decide what to do.