Inferencing
Emilio took the cap of his head, dropped the baseball bat, and rested his elbows on the fence. It's not that he couldn't find the ball. It was sitting right in the middle of the lawn, just beyond the fence. The fence was not very high either. Emilio could probably get a running start, grab the top of the fence, and flip right over it. But there was a dog, a large Rottweiler with a spiked collar.
What was Emilio doing before?
Playing baseball.
Riddle: I am an ancient form of poem writing. I have three lines. My first line has 5 syllables, my second line has 7 syllables, and my third line has 5 syllables.
What type of poetry am I?
Haiku
It has been an extremely BRUTAL summer with very hot temperatures.
What does BRUTAL mean?
Harsh.
Is the following statement/phrase an example of a MAIN IDEA or THEME?
The boys never expected to get caught stealing the bag of chips, but the security camera caught their theft.
Main Idea
Name the different types of point-of-view.
First Person, Second Person, Third Person Limited, Third Person Omniscient.
As I walked in the door, I was amazed at the beautiful colors and smells. I knew it would be hard to decide what I would buy with my $3. The chocolate truffles looked delicious, but they were expensive. The jelly beans were not only cheaper, but so colorful! With so much to choose from, I knew I would be here a long time.
Based on the scenario listed above, the reader can infer that the narrator is in a--
Candy store.
Riddle: I do not follow any of the rules. My craft is completely in the hands of the author. There is no right or wrong way to create me.
What type of poetry am I?
Free-verse.
The continents are slowly drifting apart. Since they are not STATIONARY, North and South America will one day separate entirely.
What does STATIONARY mean?
Staying in one place.
Is the following statement/phrase an example of a MAIN IDEA or THEME?
Giving up on a dream should never be an option.
THEME.
What is the meaning of IMPEDIMENT in this sentence?
“In comparison, the existing political establishment looks more and more like an IMPEDIMENT to change.”
A. Solution
B. Obstacle
C. short-cut
D. Mission
Every day after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was "presentable," as Alice had often said.
Based on the information stated above, the reader can infer that Paul is a--
Construction worker.
Peace is...
When you are outside on a nice warm day
With a cold glass of yellow lemonade.
Slurp, slurp, slurp.
Feeling the warm sun on my back,
Rubbing my hands through the wet green grass,
Listening to the birds singing a distance away.
Quiet...
Now that's PEACE!
The poem listed above is an example of what type of poetry?
Free-verse.
The teacher was APPALLED by the honey covered homework the student turned in.
What does the word APPALLED mean?
Shocked / Disgusted.
Is the following statement/phrase an example of a MAIN IDEA or of a THEME?
It was a rainy day and mom had to get creative to keep the kids from getting too bored.
MAIN IDEA
What is the difference between OBJECTIVE & SUBJECTIVE POINT-OF-VIEW.
Subjective = Feelings/Opinions.
Every day after work, Paul took off his muddy boots on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if his dirty boots made it so far as the welcome mat. Paul then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On hi way into the house, Paul dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up the stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would only eat dinner with her after he was ‘clean and presentable,’ as Alice often said.”
Based on the scenario stated above, the audience can conclude that Paul and Alice are--
Snowflakes are our friends
They descend when winter comes
Making white blankets
The poem listed above is an example of what type of poetry?
Haiku.
What do you call a word that has the OPPOSITE meaning of another word?
Antonym.
Is the following statement/phrase an example of a MAIN IDEA or THEME?
Creativity and imagination can be just as important to solving a problem as logic and reason.
THEME.
Define TONE
Define MOOD
Mood = How the READER feels.
You decide to host a dinner party for all of your friends and family. During dinner, everyone asks for seconds.
What inference can you make?
Your guests loved the food you made!
Riddle: I am a lengthy poem that uses grand language. I tell about adventures and accomplishments of a legendary or conventional hero.
What type of poetry am I?
Epic.
Read the following passage, then answer the question.
The mayor's speech was BOMBASTIC. It was full of big words, but had very little meaning. The town's citizens left the meeting more confused than ever.
Which word or phrase from the passage helps you figure out the meaning of the word "bombastic?"
"full or big words but had very little meaning."
Is the following statement/phrase and example of a MAIN IDEA or THEME?
Even though it had been a terrible day, Terrence came home in a pleasant mood, hoping to have a good night despite the obstacles he encountered .
Main Idea.
Define each different type of conflict.
Provide a specific example for each type of CONFLICT.
Man vs. Self (Internal) Example: Depression.
Man vs. Man (External) Example: Batman vs. Joker.
Man vs. Society (External) Shrek.
Man vs. Nature (External) Tornado.