Context Clues/Commas
Using context clues, what does the word INDIFFERENT mean in the following sentence?
"She remained indifferent to his begs for forgiveness, showing no emotion or interest in his apology."
She didn't care.
What is a simile and a metaphor?
Simile: compares two things using like or as
Metaphor: compares two things WITHOUT using like or as
Who is my teaching bestie?
Ms. Seagraves
How is the first paragraph organized?
Concept - Definition
What is the third point on the plot diagram?
Climax
Where does the comma or commas go in this sentence?
I would never try to fly a plane ride a motorcycle or drive a semi-truck.
I would never try to fly a plane, ride a motorcycle, or drive a semi-truck.
What is a hyperbole and personification?
Hyperbole: an extreme exaggeration
Personification: giving non-human things, human qualities
How long has Ms. K been teaching?
3 years
Which paragraph includes a process?
Paragraph 3
What does Ms. K always tell you to do when you receive a passage and questions?
Read the questions first!
Using context clues, what is the meaning of the word DECIPHER in the following sentence?
"After hours of study, she was finally able to decipher the ancient script and unlock the hidden meaning within the text."
Decipher: figure out.
She was about to figure out the script.
What does the METAPHOR in this text suggest?
"Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom."
—Marcel Proust
a. People nourish our souls when they make us happy.
b. People who cultivate beautiful gardens make us happy.
People nourish our souls when they make us happy.
Does Ms. K love Taylor Swift or Harry Styles more?
Taylor Swift (I do love Harry too)
Which paragraph is organized by cause and effect?
Paragraph 5
What was the exposition in "Hatchet?"
When we learned who Brian was, and when he went on the plane. The pilot let him fly the plane. Brian kept thinking about the "secret."
Where does the comma or commas go in this sentence?
Derrick please go get the laundry! Please stop leaving your small blue room so dirty!
Derrick, please go get the laundry! Please stop leaving your small, blue room so dirty!
What does the PERSONIFICATION in this text suggest?
"The boat plunged into the angry swells of the dark, furious sea."
—Robert Ludlum, The Bourne Identity
a. The sea took revenge on the boat.
b. The sea was fierce.
The sea was fierce.
What is my favorite type of chips?
Hot Cheetos
How do Boy Scouts earn medals and badges of honor?
What should you do if you feel lazy during your test, or unmotivated?
Take a small break by yourself. Zone out for a minute or two, then realize that you only have a few questions left! Take your time!
Using context clues, what is the meaning of the word ETYMOLOGY in the following sentence?
"Studying the etymology of words can provide fascinating insights into the history and evolution of language."
Etymology is the history of a word.
What does the SIMILE in this text suggest?
A simple change of scenery can be like an ice-cold lemonade on a warm summer day.
a. Spending time in a different place is refreshing.
b. A cold climate is a good feeling.
Spending time in a different place is refreshing.
What city am I originally from? I need the city and state.
Altoona, PA
What is the main idea of this passage?
Boy Scouts of America is a large organization that gives young people the opportunity to make friends, develop skills, and serve the community.
What are the five stages of the plot diagram? Explain each one.
Exposition: beginning of the story
Rising Action: tension grows, plot thickens
Climax: turning point of the story
Falling Action: problems start to get fixed
Resolution: ending of the story, usually all questions are answered