ELA Stuff
Translating something into the way you would say it is the action of what?
Paraphrasing
What does pilfer mean?
To steal, especially in small amounts and often repeatedly.
This Italian plumber, created by Nintendo, is famous for jumping on goombas and saving Princess Peach.
Who is Mario?
This popular Italian dish is made with pasta layered with cheese, tomato sauce, and sometimes meat.
What is lasagna?
This mischievous yellow character lives in a pineapple under the sea and works at the Krusty Krab.
Who is Spongebob?
What is tone?
the author's attitude toward their subject
What does retain mean?
to keep something, to continue to have or hold it.
What blocky, open-world game allows players to build and explore using various materials and tools?
What is Minecraft?
What is the main ingredient in guacamole, a dip often served with tortilla chips?
What are Avocados?
What is the name of the family in the show that features Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie?
What is mood?
Mood is the atmosphere or feeling the author creates for the reader, evoked by the setting, imagery, and tone itself
What does it mean to broach something?
to begin to talk about a subject, especially one that is difficult or sensitive
This blue, super-fast hedgehog is the main rival of Dr. Robotnik and has a sidekick named Tails.
Who is Sonic?
This leafy green vegetable, a favorite of Popeye the Sailor Man, is known for its high iron content.
What is spinach?
This character, famous for his "What's up, doc?" catchphrase, is a wise-cracking rabbit who often outsmarts Elmer Fudd.
Who is Bugs Bunny?
Where was Frederick Douglass born?
Talbot County, Maryland
What does it mean for something to be coveted?
To be highly desired or sought after.
This classic arcade game, where a yellow character eats dots and avoids ghosts, was a major hit in the 1980s.
What is Pac Man?
What is the main ingredient in hummus, a popular Middle Eastern dip?
What is chickpea?
This animated series, created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, follows four foul-mouthed fourth graders in a Colorado town.
What is South Park?
What was the name of Frederick Douglass's newsletter?
The North Star
What does it mean to be "yoked" to something?
It means to be connected to something.
The main protagonist of this fantasy series, Link, must find the Triforce and rescue Princess Zelda.
What is The Legend of Zelda?
The name of this sweet treat, a creamy dessert made with sweetened condensed milk, comes from the Spanish word for "three milks."
What is Tres Leches?
This superhero team, consisting of Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup, was created with sugar, spice, and everything nice.
Who are The Powerpuff Girls?