DEFINITIONS
What does "demonstrate" mean?
To clearly show or explain something, often by example or action.
“The leaves danced in the wind.”
What type of figurative language is this?
personification
“The fragile vase broke into pieces when it fell.” What does fragile mean?
The word "fragile" can be understood as meaning "easily broken" because of the context of the vase breaking.
What is cause and effect?
Cause = Why something happened
Effect = What happened as a result
What does "analysis" mean?
A detailed examination or study of something in order to understand it better or
draw conclusions.
“She was as fast as a cheetah on the track.”
What type of figurative language is this?
simile
The forest was dense, with thick trees and tangled vines blocking our way. What does dense mean?
Context Clue: Thick trees and vines.
Answer: What is “dense” mean? (It means thick or crowded.)
Jason didn’t wear sunscreen during the field trip, and now his face is sunburned. Which is the effect?
he got sunburned.
What does "eligible" mean?
Qualified to participate, be chosen, or meet specific criteria for something.
What's a hyperbole?
Hyperbole is an exaggeration used for emphasis or effect, not meant to be taken literally.
“After a long day, the hot tea was very soothing, calming my tired muscles.” What does soothing mean?
Context Clue: Calming and tired muscles.
Answer: What is “soothing” mean?
(It means relaxing or comforting.)
Because the power went out, Alicia couldn’t finish her online homework. Which is the effect?
Alicia couldn’t finish her online homework.
What is a "column"?
A vertical structure that supports something, or a list of information
arranged vertically.
what's personification?
Personification is when you give human qualities to non-human things—like animals, objects, or nature.
“He was ecstatic when he found out he had won the contest.” What is “ecstatic” mean?
Context Clue: Very happy about winning.
Answer: What is “ecstatic” mean?
(It means extremely happy or excited.)
Maya forgot to set her alarm, so she missed the bus and was late to school. Which is the effect?
Maya being late.
What does "appeal" mean?
A serious or urgent request for help or support.
What's the difference between simile and metaphor?
A simile compares two things using "like" or "as," while a metaphor says one thing is another without using those words.
“The scientist’s meticulous notes helped him make an important discovery.” What is “meticulous” mean?
Context Clue: Detailed notes.
Answer: What is “meticulous” mean?
(It means very careful and precise.)
The streets were flooded in the morning. What's the cause?
It rained all night.