Context Clues
Using "Definition" clue- what is the definition of the word herbivore
Clue: The animal was a herbivore, meaning it only ate plants.
An animal that only eats plants.
In the sentence, "The cat slept under the warm blanket," which words make up the prepositional phrase?
A. The cat slept
B. under the warm blanket
C. slept under the warm blanket
D. the warm blanket
B. under the warm blanket
If the main character is trying to win a chess tournament against a long-time rival, which type of conflict is the most central to the story?
A. Person vs. Nature
B. Person vs. Self
C. Person vs. Person
D. Person vs. Society
C. Person vs. Person
If an author writes a brochure listing the ingredients, nutritional facts, and serving suggestions for a new food product, what is their primary purpose?
A. Persuade
B. Inform
C. Entertain
D. Express
B. Inform
What is the name of the author of "Theme for English B"
Example Clue: The woman's jewelry contained several adornments, such as necklaces, bracelets, and rings.
What is the most likely meaning of the word adornments?
A. Types of expensive clothing.
B. Items worn for decoration.
C. Tools for gardening.
D. Containers for holding food.
B. Items worn for decoration.
From the five text structures we discussed, which text structure explains the similarities and differences between two or more subjects?
Compare and Contrast
A story primarily focuses on a ship's captain battling a massive, unpredictable hurricane. This scenario is a clear example of which central conflict?
A. Person vs. Society
B. Person vs. Nature
C. Person vs. Person
D. Person vs. Self
B. Person vs. Nature
A website publishes a comic strip that features funny scenarios between a group of friends trying to navigate their first jobs. What is the author's main goal for writing this text?
A. Inform readers of common workplace mistakes.
B. Entertain readers with humor and a story.
C. Express the author's feelings about work.
D. Persuade readers to quit their jobs.
B. Entertain readers with humor and a story.
What is the acronym/method we used to analyze poetry in this unit?
TP-CASTT
Synonym Clue: The old house was decrepit; it was so run-down and ramshackle that it looked like it would collapse at any moment.
Which of the following words is a synonym for decrepit as suggested by the context?
A. Spacious B. Magnificent C. Dilapidated D. Modern
C. Dilapidated
Identify the subordinate clause in the following sentence: "Because it was raining heavily, we decided to stay inside and play board games."
A. we decided to stay inside
B. play board games
C. Because it was raining heavily
D. we decided to stay inside and play board games
C. Because it was raining heavily
A protagonist must decide whether to tell the truth about a mistake they made, knowing it will hurt their career, or keep quiet and live with the guilt. This internal struggle represents which type of conflict?
A. Person vs. Person
B. Person vs. Society
C. Person vs. Nature
D. Person vs. Self
D. Person vs. Self
A social media post provides five bullet points on why a local animal shelter should receive more funding and includes a link to donate. Which author's purpose is this text mainly serving?
A. Express personal opinions on pets.
B. Inform the public about pet health.
C. Persuade readers to take a specific action.
D. Entertain readers with animal stories.
C. Persuade readers to take a specific action.
What was the text structure of the first story we read "The Power of the Dinner Table"
Problem Solution
Contrast Clue: Unlike his shy, quiet sister, Ben was garrulous and loved to talk to everyone he met.
Based on the contrast clue, what is the best meaning for the word garrulous?
A. Sad or depressed.
B. Extremely talkative.
C. Smart or educated.
D. Nervous or anxious.
B. Extremely talkative.
A passage details the steps for baking cookies, starting with "First, preheat the oven..." and ending with "Finally, let them cool before eating." Which text structure is being used?
Chronological
A young inventor lives in a world where technology is strictly forbidden, and she must secretly build her creations while evading government authorities. This conflict is best categorized as:
A. Person vs. Self
B. Person vs. Person
C. Person vs. Society
D. Person vs. Nature
C. Person vs. Society
An author writes a detailed letter in a personal journal describing their feelings of peace and solitude while hiking in the mountains. This text is meant only for the author's own reflection. What is the primary purpose?
A. Inform others about the best hiking trails.
B. Persuade the reader to visit the mountains.
C. Express the author's personal feelings and experiences.
D. Entertain the author with creative writing.
C. Express the author's personal feelings and experiences.
Which city and neighborhood are mentioned in the poem Theme for English B
New York City and Harlem
Synonym Clue: The air of the room was stagnant, as though it had not been changed for months, and the sweet, cloying smell of old perfume hung heavily in the still space.
Which word acts as a synonym for stagnant in the context of the sentence?
A. Changed
B. Still
C. Sweet
D. Heavy
B. Still
In the sentence, "After the long meeting finally adjourned, the tired employees gathered in the break room because they all needed coffee," which option correctly identifies both the subordinate clause and the prepositional phrase?
A. Subordinate Clause: the tired employees gathered; Prepositional Phrase: in the break room
B. Subordinate Clause: After the long meeting finally adjourned; Prepositional Phrase: in the break room
C. Subordinate Clause: because they all needed coffee; Prepositional Phrase: gathered in the break room
D. Subordinate Clause: After the long meeting finally adjourned; Prepositional Phrase: they all needed coffee
B. Subordinate Clause: After the long meeting finally adjourned; Prepositional Phrase: in the break room
In a novel, the main character is struggling to decide if they should follow their family's traditional beliefs or embrace a new, progressive worldview, leading to arguments with their grandmother. Which primary conflict is at the heart of the character's core decision-making process?
A. Person vs. Nature
B. Person vs. Person
C. Person vs. Society
D. Person vs. Self
C. Person vs. Society
An editorial provides statistics on high local taxes, describes the author's anger and frustration about paying them, and concludes with the bold statement, "It is time for every citizen to vote the current administration out of office!" Which single purpose is the primary goal?
A. Inform
B. Express
C. Entertain
D. Persuade
D. Persuade
What genre is The Power of a Dinner Table?
Editorial