Spelling/Grammar
Which part of this sentence is the dependent clause?
While she was waiting, she looked around the room.
"While she was waiting" because it needs more information.
If someone yells to you “Beware!” how should you react? Base your answer on the meaning of beware.
a. Walk slowly.
b. Pretend that you are very shy.
c. Pay attention and look out for danger.
c. Pay attention and look out for danger.
The following sentence is an example of what?
The man was as tall as a tree!
Simile
Which one is the correct spelling?
A. Nahlege
B. Knowledge
C. Knowlege
D. Nowledge
B. Knowledge
The Greek prefix para- can mean "beside"/"alongside" or "near"/"from". Use this information to answer the following question:
When Julianna wrote her paper, she paraphrased the President's speech.
True or False: Julianna's paper would include direct quotes by the President.
False
What is the following sentence an example of?
Her eyes were diamonds.Metaphor
Which part of this sentence is the dependent clause?
While she was waiting, she looked around the room.
"While she was waiting" because it needs more information.
Using context clues, determine the meaning of the italicized word:
The merchant ignored the peasant's words. "I hope you enjoy your reward," he said. "Thank you again and goodbye." He quickly departed.
leaving, gone
What are the 3 Sound devices?
Onomatopoeia, Alliteration, and Consonance
Which one is the correct spelling?
A. reqired
B. riquiret
C. required
D. reqyred
C. required
What is the meaning of the word foe in this sentence?
The fiery dragon, outside the princess's castle, was the foe of the knight.
enemy
Which of these lines from “Jabberwocky” illustrate the clearest examples of onomatopoeia? Choose two answers.
a. All mimsy were the borogoves,
b. The jaws that bite, the claws that catch!
c. The vorpal blade went snicker-snack!
d. He went galumphing back.
c. The vorpal blade went snicker-snack!
d. He went galumphing back.
In which way, if any, should the following sentence be changed to correct errors in pronoun-antecedent agreement?
From an early age I wanted to be an artist, but her doodles were not very good.
Change her to my.
If the hero of a story is slain on the battlefield, which statement is true? Base your answer on the meaning of slain.
a. He is lying in wait.
b. He is no longer living.
c. He needs medical treatment.
d. He is honored for his courage.
b. He is no longer living.
In the following sentence, which three words are the clearest example of alliteration?
The brave boy concealed his fear and prayed for luck as the beastly Jabberwock crashed through the trees, howling its challenge.
b. brave; boy; beastly