Unit 3 Vocabulary
A funny movie that keeps everyone laughing is very ________.
entertaining
The twins look so ________ that people often mistake one for the other.
alike
True or False: A simile compares two things using like or as.
True
Choose the best subordinating conjunction:
He kept practicing ______ he wanted to improve.
a) because
b) although
c) unless
a) because
What does drop out mean?
To leave school or a program before finishing
This word describes a story that feels true to real life and could actually happen.
realistic
This word describes the mix of traits that make a person who they are, such as being shy, confident, or friendly.
personality
Choose the best word to finish the simile:
She was as quiet as a ___.
a) whisper
b) book
c) window
a) whisper
Which sentence is correct?
a) Although it was late, we kept working.
b) Although it was late. We kept working.
a) Although it was late, we kept working.
He began to ___________ with math when the lessons became more difficult.
struggle
I just finished a mystery ________ that I couldn’t stop reading.
novel
The instructions were written poorly, making the task feel ________ even though it was simple.
confusing
Choose the correct linking phrase:
The game was canceled ______ the heavy rain.
a) since
b) because of
c) although
b) because of
Choose the correct option:
She will go outside ______ it stops raining.
a) because
b) if
c) although
b) if
The coach said the new player has a lot of _________ and could become very successful.
potential
Fantasy and horror are different ________(s) of books and movies.
A reader notices how two characters influence each other emotionally throughout the story. What word best describes this relationship?
connection
Fix the sentence:
The picnic was delayed due to it was raining.
The picnic was delayed since it was raining.
or
The picnic was delayed because it was raining.
Choose the best option:
______ he is very shy, he speaks confidently on stage.
a) Because
b) Even though
c) So
b) Even though
Which main argument do these supporting arguments support?
Students are more motivated when they study what they enjoy.
Interest leads to better academic performance.
Students should choose their college major based on academic interests.
A friend explains why you would enjoy a book based on your interests and past choices. What verb best describes what your friend is doing?
recommend
During the game, the children had to ________ they were explorers searching for treasure.
pretend
Explain why this sentence is incorrect:
Since the heavy rain, the game was canceled.
"Since" doesn't make any sense in the context! It should be "Because of" or "Due to".
Rewrite the sentence using a contrast phrase:
The task was difficult. We finished it anyway.
Although the task was difficult, we finished it anyway.
or
Even though the task was difficult, we finished it anyway.
Give me 2 supporting arguments for the main argument:
Students should choose their major based on other factors.
Open answer.