Morphology
What does the root 'aqua' mean in the word 'aquatic'?
Something relating to water
Identify the verb: "The two players leaped for the ball.
What is leaped?
'She ran as fast as a cheetah.'
What is this called?
What is simile
Data, facts, or information (from graphs, articles, or experiments) that support a claim.
What is Evidence?
What breed is Ms. Rothwell's puppy?
What is Golden Retriever
To fracture
Since fract means ____ fracture means ______
What is a partial, complete break or crack
This takes the place of a noun.
What is a pronoun?
'The thunder was a drum in the sky.'
What figure of speech is this?
What is Metaphor
A statement or conclusion that answers the original question or problem.
What is a Claim?
How many sons does Mrs. Ekonen have?
What is two sons
What is the root word for science and what does it mean?
Identify the part of speech: "The LARGE, GREY car swerved around the corner."
What is an adjective?
What is hyperbole?
For an extra 100 points give an example.
What is a huge exaggeration
Example: 'I've told you a million times!'
"Ice melts faster in the sun because it is a heat source."
Is this:
A Claim, Evidence, or an opinion?What is a claim?
What University does Ms. Rothwell attend?
University of Michigan (extra: Dearborn)
This is the part of a bicycle you push with your foot to make it move. What is the root word used?
PEDal
Identify the conjunction: "Spaghetti and meatballs are on the lunch menu."
What is and
'Buzz,' 'sizzle,' and 'crash' are examples of what?
What is Onomatopoeia
A type of evidence that is not reliable.
What is opinion/bias?
What coffee shop does Ms. Rothwell always bring coffee from?
What is Bigby
This 7-letter word, which comes from the Latin root for "hundred," refers to a period of 100 years.
What is century
Identify the preposition: "The book is on the table."
What is on?
"The bees buzzed busily.'
What sound device is used here? (Hint: Think about the beginning sound)
What is alliteration
Claim: School should start later.
Evidence: Studies show teenagers need more sleep. What is your reasoning?
Answers will vary but a good response looks like:
Because teenagers are tired, they will learn better if they get extra sleep by starting later.
How old is Ms. Rothwell
29