Context Clues
The politician’s speech was riddled with ambiguous statements, leaving the audience unsure of his stance on key issues.
What does the word "ambiguous" most likely mean? A) Clear B) Misleading C) Uncertain D) Convincing
c. Uncertain
What is connotation?
The feeling a word gives off
What is "authors purpose?"
The reason an author writes
"Her smile was as bright as the sun." What type of figurative language is this?
Simile
Ethos, Logos, Pathos: "Together, we can build a brighter future where everyone has access to education and opportunity."
Pathos
Despite his genial manner at first, the professor’s response to questions was so brusque that the students hesitated to ask anything further.
What does the word "brusque" most likely mean? A) Polite B) Friendly C) Abrupt D) Confusing
C. Abrupt
What is denotation?
The dictionary definition of a word
Persuade, Inform, Entertain
"I’ve told you a thousand times to clean your room!" What type of figurative language is this?
Hyperbole
Ethos, Logos, or Pathos: "Imagine a child going to bed hungry every night. Your support can make a difference in their life."
Pathos
The ancient ruins were a testament to the opulence of the once-thriving civilization, with grand palaces and intricate carvings indicating their wealth and prosperity.
What does the word "opulence" most likely mean?
Luxury
Put these words in order of their connotation (positive, neutral, negative): Economical, Thrifty, Stingy
Thrifty, Economical, Stingy
What is the authors purpose: "As the dragon breathed fire, Mia dived behind the rocks, clutching the stolen treasure. 'This better be worth it,' she muttered."
Entertain
"Splash" and "Rustle" are examples of which kind of figurative language?
Onomatopoia
Name 3 rules of comma usage?
(answers will vary)
The dilapidated house, with its broken windows and crumbling walls, looked like it hadn't been lived in for years.
What does the word "dilapidated" most likely mean?
A. Old and run-down
Put these words in order of their connotation (positive, neutral, negative): Arrogant, self-assured, confident
Confident, Self-Assured, Arrogant
What is the authors purpose:
"Plastic waste is destroying our oceans. It’s time to ban single-use plastics and switch to sustainable alternatives."
Persuade
What impact does figurative language have on the reader?
(answers will vary)
What do we call using evidence to draw a conclusion?
Inferring
The arid desert landscape, with its lack of water and scorching temperatures, made it difficult for most plants to survive.
What does the word "arid" most likely mean?
Dry
Put these words in order of their connotation (positive, neutral, negative):Unusual, Weird, Unique
Unique, Unusual, Weird
What is the authors purpose: "Water evaporates from Earth's surface, rises into the atmosphere, forms clouds, and eventually returns to the ground as precipitation."
Inform
"Time is a thief that steals our moments." What type of figurative language is this?
Personification
What does it mean to summarize?
(answers may very)