Definitions and Allusion
I’m boxing against a formidable opponent, who has many years of practice. What does formidable means?
Canny, Zest, or Arduous?
Arduous
I felt gloomy and very tired. What is the antonym for the word in bold letters?
Exuberant, Kindle, or Lucrative?
Exuberant
A courageous foe may be better than a cowardly friend. What is the synonym for the word in bold letters?
Endorse, Intrepid, or Mentor?
Intrepid
Combination of words that do not seem to go together. (awfully pretty, good problem, jumbo shrimp)
A. Archetype
B. Oxymoron
C. Pathetic Fallacy
D. Omniscient
B. Oxymoron
After looking at the roses in Mrs. Thomas’s garden, Jennifer concluded that she had a green thumb.
Which figurative language device is being used here?
A. Simile
B. Hyperbole
C. Idiom
D. Personification
C. Idiom
A signed permission slip must be procured from a parent, or guardian, is needed to have access to the computers. What does procured mean as used in the sentence above?
A. acquired
B. purchased
C. recovered
D. possessed
A. acquired
This is where the trip started, at the bottom of the mountain. What is the antonym for the word in bold letters?
Intrepid, Climax, or Canny?
Climax
If you are successful, you can expect a promotion or a raise. What is the synonym for the word in bold letters?
Climax, Lucrative, or Scanty?
Lucrative
Carrie sat patiently in the waiting room. She couldn’t understand what was taking so long. “This place is a refrigerator,” she thought as she pulled on her sweater. “I just want to see the doctor.”
What type of figurative language is used in the bold letters?
A. Simile
B. personification
C. metaphor
C. metaphor
“Did you watch the movie I recommended?” asked Rick. “It had a profound effect on me,” replied Angie.
The use of the word “profound” indicates that –
A. Angie didn’t like the movie.
B. Angie forgot to watch the movie.
C. Angie thought the movie was powerful.
D. Angie wasn’t sure how she felt about the movie.
C. Angie thought the movie was powerful. Profound is an adjective and has a deep meaning.
(1) Everyone was excited about the new student, Thomas. (2) The boys were impressed with his athleticism. (3) The girls fought over who would sit next to him during lunch. (4) I guess he is a Romeo.
(5) Hopefully, he will be able to handle Mr. Greene’s Algebra I class.
Which sentence contains an allusion?
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 5
C. Sentence 4
“I guess he is a Romeo.” This is a literary allusion to Romeo from Romeo and Juliet. A “Romeo” is a boy that is popular with girls.
The trip through the mall was effortless. What is the antonym for the word in bold letters?
Lucrative, Strait, or Arduous?
Arduous
I think I have a fixation on cleanliness and neatness. What is the synonym for the word in bold letters?
Obsession, Kindle, or Mentor?
Obsession
Jennifer grabbed her sunglasses and beach bag because the sun was calling her name.
Which figurative language device is being used here?
A. Metaphor
B. Simile
C. Personification
D. Hyperbole
C. Personification
You will need to do more than simply complete your homework in order to succeed. You need to pay attention in class, complete all of the activities, and ask questions when you are confused.
What is the tone of this excerpt?
A. Authoritative
B. Optimistic
C. Sarcastic
D. Humorous
A. Authoritative
What does the allusion to “open up Pandora’s box” means?
A. To receive a luxurious gift
B. To stir up trouble
C. To take without permission
D. To cause others to commit a felony
B. To stir up trouble
According to the Greeks, Pandora opened a box containing death and many other evils which were then released into the world.
Ben has always been reckless with his money. What is the antonym for the word in bold letters?
Canny, Kindle , or Zest?
Canny
Th governor is a skilled politician. What is the synonym for the word in bold letters?
Zest, Proficient, or Scanty?
Proficient
“How do the employees feel about the new health plan?” ask Jen. “Catherine thinks it is magnificent,” said Mrs. Thomas. “How about Sam?” inquired Jen.
“He seems disgruntled,” replied Mrs. Thomas. “What about Myra?” asked Jen. “She said it’s sensational,” answered Mrs. Thomas. Which word from this excerpt has negative connotations?
A. Magnificent
B. Inquired
C. Disgruntled
D. Sensational
C. Disgruntled
“I can’t work tomorrow because I am busy,” said Janet. “What are you doing? Going out with Joe?” asked Ruth. “Yes,” replied Janet. “Where are you going?” asked Ruth. “I don’t know, he’s spontaneous.” said Janet.
The use of the word “spontaneous” indicates that –
A. Joe is impulsive.
B. Ruth is busy tomorrow.
C. Joe is working tomorrow.
D. Janet is jealous of Ruth.
A. Joe is impulsive.
“Arnie is interested in the position,” said Cindy. “Oh really,” replied Ed. “Yes. He wants to talk with you about it,” said Cindy. “You should deter him,” replied Ed. The use of the word “deter” indicates that –
A. Cindy wants to apply for the position herself.
B. Ed wants Cindy to encourage Arnie to apply for the position.
C. Cindy thinks Arnie deserves the new position.
D. Ed wants Cindy to discourage Arnie from applying for the position.
D. Ed wants Cindy to discourage Arnie from applying for the position
Ms. Johnson, the librarian, will share advice on keyword searches to find pertinent information about certain topics.
Which word below is an antonym to the word pertinent.
A. valid
B. irrelevant
C. related
D. appropriate
B. irrelevant
There are several passages that connect the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. What is the synonym for the word in bold letters?
Arduous, Zest, or Strait?
Strait
The cache includes scores of emails to and from members of the board. Apparently, people are pretty agitated about this issue.
Which is the BEST example of a technical word?
A. Cache
B. Scores
C. Agitated
D. Issue
A. Cache
Technical or domain specific words are words that have specific meanings in a subject area such as science, technology mathematics, or social studies books.
“Is Ben coming over to your house tonight?” asked Kim. “Yes,” replied Suzie. “How do you feel about that?” asked Kim. “He’s atrocious. How do you think I feel?” asked Suzie.
Which word could be substituted for “atrocious” to change the tone?
A. Heinous
B. Villainous
C. Diabolical
D. Magnificent
D. Magnificent
The word “magnificent” if substituted for “atrocious” would change the tone from negative to positive.