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Analogies
Fact Vs Opinion
Connotation-Denotation
Context Clues
Antonym/Synonym
100
What is an example of part/whole?
ex- finger:hand::petal:flower
100

President Lincoln was the 16th President. Fact or Opinion?

FACT

100
What does denotation mean?
Answer: literal definition
100

acerbic-’’Jill became extremely acerbic and began to cruelly make fun of all her friends.’’

: biting, bitter in tone or taste

100

What's the definition of antonym and synonym?

Antonym-means the opposite synonym means the same

200
What is mist: fog::drizzle:storm an example of?
degree
200

Mrs. Warbrick is the best teacher ever. Fact or Opinion?

Opinion.

200
What does connotation mean?
literal meaning
200

I hope we can reach an amicable agreement. I don’t like to fight. What does Amicable mean?

peaceful

200

Depression and joy

Answer: antonym

300
Finish this analogy-distressed:relaxed::energetic:?
Tired
300

There are 2 more days until Thanksgiving.  Fact or Opinion?

Fact!

300

The dictionary says that inexpensive means reasonably priced.  Which word has the most positive connotation?

Thrifty or cheap

thrifty

300

The governor is astute. He usually makes good decisions. What does ASTUTE mean?

having good judgment. Good at making decisions.

300

Hurdle and obstacle.

Antonym

400
Finish the following "Kitchen:cooking::bedroom:______
Sleeping
400

Water buffalo are majestic. Fact or opinion?

Opinion

400

The denotation of stubborn is unmoving in purpose or opinion.  Which word has a negative connotation?

Hard-headed or strong-willed

Hard-headed

400

Her remark was uncalled for and embarrassed the guests. It was in poor taste!  The remark was downright GAUCHE. A. awkward B. Trusting C. loving D. appropriate

A Awkward

400
Optimistic and pessimistic
Antonym
500
____:sorrow::Laughter:happiness
Tears
500

The Bald Eagle is America's national bird...Therefore it's the best bird. Fact or opinion?

Opinion

500

1. My friend gave everyone who attended her party EXTRAVAGANT thank you gifts to show her appreciation.  OR

2. It didn't seem appropriate to throw such an EXTRAVAGANT party when so many people are struggling.

Which sentence uses the word EXTRAVAGANT in a positive way?

What is #1?

500

Your response to her question was rather TERSE. You could practice patience. and elaborate on your replies.  A. made clear B. full of meaning C. unspoken D. brief

D brief

500

What is a synonym for Introverted?

Shy, Bashful, Quiet, Withdrawn