Adjectives, Verbs and Adverbs
What is the adjective in the following sentence? "The small cat quickly ran across the yard."
small
What is a vignette, and how does it differ from a short story?
A moment - like a museum display "frozen in time". It does not progress in time or talk about a series of events.
What is a noun group, and what role does it play in a sentence?
Noun groups have: a determiner, quantity, opinion, fact, classifier, NOUN and additional information.
Gives description.
What is the capital of France?
Paris
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What is the difference between a noun and a verb?
1 - double points
2 - points to the lowest-scoring team
3 - every other team gets a point
Noun = person, place or thing.
Verb = doing word.
Identify the verb in this sentence: "She gracefully danced through the entire performance."
danced
How does the narrator’s tone in a vignette influence the reader's perception of the story?
The narrator's tone in a vignette can significantly influence the reader's perception by conveying emotions, attitudes, or insights about a character or situation.
Identify the noun and noun group in the following sentence:
"The tall man with the red hat walked into the room."
"The tall man with the red hat."
Who wrote the play Romeo and Juliet?
William Shakespeare
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In the sentence "The tall girl runs quickly," what part of speech is the word quickly?
1 - points to everyone else
2 - triple points
3 - normal points
Quickly = adverb.
Which word in the following sentence is an adverb? "He speaks English very fluently."
fluently
In a vignette, what role does description play?
Description in a vignette serves to create vivid imagery, bringing the scene or character to life. It also helps establish the narrator's voice by showing their perspective, emotional state, and personal connection to the subject.
In the sentence "A small brown dog with a wagging tail played in the yard," what is the additional information of the noun group?
"with a wagging tail"
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
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What is the purpose of a simile? Give an example.
1 - double points
2 - double points
3 - points to everyone else
Similes are used to make a comparison. "As cold as ice".
In the sentence "The boy quietly approached the large stage, but his excitement grew as he stepped forward," identify and explain the role of the adverb and adjective.
Adverb = quietly, tells us he's shy.
Adjective = large, emphasises the masses of people that may be scaring him.
In what ways does the pacing of a vignette contribute to its overall voice and mood?
The pacing of a vignette affects the overall voice and mood by controlling how the information unfolds. A fast-paced vignette may create a sense of urgency or excitement, while a slow pace can evoke contemplation, sadness or reflection.
How does the use of modifiers (like adjectives and prepositional phrases) within a noun group affect the meaning and detail of the sentence?
Adds specific details and depth to the noun, making the sentence more descriptive.
For example, in the noun group "the bright red balloon on the table," the adjectives "bright" and "red" describe the balloon, while the prepositional phrase (additional information) "on the table" specifies its location. These modifiers create a clearer, more vivid image of the noun.
In which year did the Titanic sink?
1912
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Identify the subject and the verb in the sentence: "The curious cat climbed the tall tree swiftly."
1 - points to every other team
2 - usual points
3 - points to the lowest team
Subject = cat.
Verb = climbed.
Rewrite this sentence to use a stronger verb and two more specific adjective: "The old man walked slowly up the difficult path."
Answers vary.
e.g. The frail man stumbled up the steep path.
How can the choice of setting in a vignette influence the narrator's voice and the emotional atmosphere of the piece?
A quiet, dimly lit room might evoke a sense of sadness, while a bustling city street could create a feeling of anxiety. The setting acts as a backdrop that complements or contrasts with the narrator’s emotions, thereby influencing how the reader perceives both the voice and the overall tone of the vignette.
In the sentence "The man who arrived late and was carrying a large suitcase quickly disappeared," how does the relative clause "who arrived late and was carrying a large suitcase" function within the noun group?
It tells us which man is being referred to, giving a more complete description of the subject.
What is the longest river in the world?
Amazon River
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What is a compound sentence, and how is it different from a complex sentence?
1 - points to the second lowest team
2 - double points
3 - usual points, choose the next question
Compound = two clauses joined by a conjunction.
Complex = independent + dependent clause.
Create a sentence about how a child would feel in a theme park.
Use at least two adjectives, two verbs, and two adverbs.
Answers vary.
e.g. Bec was incredibly excited as the rollercoaster slowly crawled to the top of the steep incline, ready to fall down the winding bends at full speed.
How does the use of fragmented or disjointed sentences in a vignette contribute to the narrator's voice and the overall tone of the piece?
An interrupted thought/distracted.
How does the order of modifiers within a noun group (such as adjectives or opinions) affect its meaning or clarity in a sentence?
The order is important because it helps maintain clarity and ensures the sentence makes sense. This order helps avoid confusion and maintains natural flow.
Most common word used in English?
"the"
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What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile? Provide an example of each.
1 - points to the lowest team
2 - if a team score has the number 2 in it, they get the points
3 - you can't answer your next question
Metaphor = gives characteristics to something using "is" or "was".
Simile = compares to another object using "like" or "as".