Figurative Language
What does the phrase “as quiet as a mouse” mean?
A. The mouse is making noise
B. Someone is very quiet
C. Someone is loud
D. The mouse is running fast
B. Someone is quiet
“She sprinted to the bus stop, running as fast as she could.” What does “sprinted” mean?
A. Walked
B. Cried
C. Skipped
D. Ran quickly
D. ran quickly
If a text tells how things are alike and different, what is the structure?
A. Chronological
B. Compare and contrast
C. Problem and solution
D. Cause and effect
B. Compare and contrast
What is the central idea of the paragraph below?
"Bears are found in many parts of the world. They can live in forests, mountains, and even cold, snowy areas. Bears eat a variety of foods like fish, berries, and insects. They usually sleep in caves or dens during the winter."
A) Bears are dangerous animals.
B) Bears are found in many different places and eat a variety of foods.
C) Bears are only found in forests.
D) Bears like to sleep in caves.
B) Bears are found in many different places and eat a variety of foods.
Which type of poem typically follows a 5-7-5 syllable pattern and often focuses on nature?
A)Rhymed Verse
B) Haiku
C) Free verse
D) Limerick
B) Haiku
“The wind howled through the night.” What is this an example of?
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Personification
D. Alliteration
C. Personification
“The fox was clever, or smart, when it tricked the dog.” What does “clever” mean?
A. Mean
B. Smart
C. Funny
D. Tall
B. smart
What text structure tells events in order?
A. Problem and solution
B. Compare and contrast
C. Chronological
D. Description
C. Chronological
What is the central idea of this paragraph?
"Insects have three main body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen. They have six legs and often have wings. Some insects, like bees and ants, live in colonies and work together. Others, like ladybugs, are solitary and live alone."
A) Insects are very similar to each other.
B) Insects have different body parts and ways of living.
C) Insects can only be found in gardens.
D) Insects have wings and legs.
B) Insects have different body parts and ways of living.
Which type of poem is known for its 5 lines and has a AABBA rhyme scheme, often containing humorous or silly content?
A)Rhymed Verse
B) Limerick
C) Haiku
D) Free Verse
B) Limerick
Which is a metaphor?
A. The stars twinkled in the night
B. The classroom was a freezer
C. She sang like a bird
D. The wind whispered
B. The classroom was a freezer
“She was weary after running for an hour.” What does “weary” mean?
A. Excited
B. Tired
C. Fast
D. Happy
B. Tired
Read the paragraph below. What text structure does the author use?
"The playground was always too crowded, and the swings were always taken. The children had to wait in long lines to play. To solve the problem, the school decided to add more swings and create a new play area, so more kids could play at the same time."
A) Cause and effect
B) Sequence or chronological order
C) Compare and contrast
D) Problem and solution
D. Problem and Solution
What is the central idea of this paragraph?
"Throughout history, animals have played important roles in human life. Horses helped with farming and transportation, dogs have been companions and protectors, and birds were used to deliver messages during wartime. Today, animals continue to assist people in many different ways, from helping people with disabilities to providing emotional support."
A) Animals help people in different ways throughout history and today.
B) Horses are the most helpful animals.
C) Animals are only used as pets.
D) Birds are only helpful in wartime.
A) Animals help people in different ways throughout history and today.
Which of the following describes free verse poetry?
A) It follows a set rhyme and syllable pattern.
B) It has no specific rhyme or meter and is written freely.
C) It is written in four lines with a regular pattern.
D) It follows a 5-7-5 syllable pattern and has rhyme.
B) It has no specific rhyme or meter and is written freely.
Write your own sentence using a hyperbole.
Check student's response. Any response that exaggerates
“The cake was delectable, and everyone wanted seconds.” What does “delectable” mean?
A. Disgusting
B. Delicious
C. Hot
D. Cold
B. Delicious
Read the paragraph below. What text structure is used?
"Last winter, heavy snow and freezing rain caused many schools to close for several days. As a result, students had to attend extra days in June to make up for the missed time. The snow created dangerous driving conditions, which also led to multiple delays for buses."
A) Compare and contrast
B) Cause and effect
C) Sequence or chronological order
D) Problem and solution
B. Cause and Effect
Which is the best summary of the paragraph below?
"The Amazon Rainforest is home to many unique plants and animals. It is a very important ecosystem that helps regulate the Earth’s climate. However, deforestation and climate change are threatening the rainforest, putting its future in danger."
A) The Amazon Rainforest is a dangerous place.
B) The Amazon Rainforest has many animals and is important, but it’s being threatened.
C) The Amazon Rainforest only has plants.
D) People are trying to save the Amazon Rainforest.
B) The Amazon Rainforest has many animals and is important, but it’s being threatened.
Look at the following poem:
"The sky is blue and the grass is green.
The birds are singing, it’s a lovely scene.
The trees are tall and the flowers bloom,
The air is sweet, no clouds of gloom."
Instructions:
What is the rhyme scheme of this poem?
AABB
Which sentence uses the most alliteration?
A) Lisa likes lemons, limes, and licorice on lazy lunches.
B) Peter painted a picture of his pet parrot.
C) The fish swam swiftly through the sea.
D) Carla baked cookies in the kitchen.
A. Lisa likes lemons, limes, and licorice on lazy lunches
What does the word famished most likely mean in this sentence?
"After hiking all afternoon without any snacks, Marcus was famished and couldn’t wait to eat a big dinner."
A) Tired from walking
B) Excited to see his friends
C) Very hungry
D) Lost in the woods
C. very hungry
What signal words help you know when a passage is using compare and contrast or Cause and Effect?
List 5 for each structure
Which of the following is the best summary of the paragraph below?
"The Amazon rainforest is one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. It is home to thousands of species of plants, animals, and insects. The rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth’s climate by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. Unfortunately, deforestation and climate change are threatening this valuable ecosystem."
A) The Amazon rainforest is full of life and is important to the Earth’s climate.
B) The Amazon rainforest is only home to animals.
C) The Amazon rainforest helps regulate the weather in warm climates.
D) The Amazon rainforest is in danger because of human activities and climate change.
A) The Amazon rainforest is full of life and is important to the Earth’s climate.
Look at the poem below:
"I walked along the sandy shore,
The waves came crashing at my feet.
The gulls above began to soar,
The salty air was fresh and sweet."
What is the rhyme scheme of this poem?
ABAB