Know-It-All
Word Wranglers
Are you smarter than a 4th grader?
That's a bunch of Mumbo Jumbo
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100

One morning, Tim saw a (1) ______ (freezing/warm) puppy shivering outside. Realizing it was (2) ______ (excited/sad), he decided to (3) ______ (knight/night/knit) him a small blanket. After finishing, Tim gently wrapped the blanket around the puppy and said, "Now, you'll feel (4) ______."

For (2), choose the antonym for "happy."

sad

100

Give an example of a simile.

Student answers will vary.

(Note: Similes must compare two unlike things using the word like or as)

100

What is the difference between fact and opinion?


*BONUS POINTS OPPORTUNITY* (25 points)

Jump up and down on one foot while answering. (Must not fall, put foot down, etc. to get points- *up to teacher's digression.)

fact – something that is absolute and no one can disagree with/ can be proven

opinion – an idea that can be disputed/differs between people

100

My cat jumped off the porch and she ran under the house 


(There are two mistakes.)

My cat jumped off the porch, and she ran under the house.

100

Give the correct plural form of the following word.

knife

knives

200

Dogs are popular pets that come in various shapes and sizes. They are known for being loyal and friendly companions. Most dogs need regular exercise and enjoy going on walks or playing in the park. They also require grooming and a balanced diet to stay healthy. Many families choose dogs as pets because they can provide protection and company. What is the main point of this text?

A. dogs require a lot of care

B. dogs are versatile companions

C. dogs can be found in parks

B. dogs are versatile companions

200

Give an example of a metaphor.

Student answers will vary.

(Note: Metaphors must compare two unlike things 

* does not use the words like or as, sometimes uses the word is)

200

Simile or metaphor?

Susy is as busy as a bee.

Simile

200

One morning, Tim saw a (1) ______ (freezing/warm) puppy shivering outside. Realizing it was (2) ______ (excited/sad), he decided to (3) ______ (knight/night/knit) him a small blanket. After finishing, Tim gently wrapped the blanket around the puppy and said, "Now, you'll feel (4) ______."

For (1), choose the antonym for "cold."

warm

200

Give the correct plural form of the following word.

Leaf

Leaves

300

What is personification?


giving human characteristics to non-human things

300

One morning, Tim saw a (1) ______ (freezing/warm) puppy shivering outside. Realizing it was (2) ______ (excited/sad), he decided to (3) ______ (knight/night/knit) him a small blanket. After finishing, Tim gently wrapped the blanket around the puppy and said, "Now, you'll feel (4) ______."

For (3), choose the correct homonym.

knit

300

boom, bam, buzz

What are these words an examples of?

*100 BONUS POINTS IF YOU CAN SPELL IT CORRECTLY ON THE FIRST TRY*

onomatopoeia 

300

Simile or metaphor? 

Ali is a walking dictionary. 

**BONUS OPPORTUNITY: (up to 50 extra points)

What is the literal meaning of the phrase?

Metaphor


BONUS: 

Alli knows the definitions/meanings of a lot of words. (50 points)

Alli is very smart. (25 points)

300

Give the correct singular form of the following word.

babies

baby

400

One morning, Tim saw a (1) ______ (freezing/warm) puppy shivering outside. Realizing it was (2) ______ (excited/sad), he decided to (3) ______ (knight/night/knit) him a small blanket. After finishing, Tim gently wrapped the blanket around the puppy and said, "Now, you'll feel (4) ______."

For (4), Fill in the blank to form a correct and meaningful sentence.

*Answers may vary*

Example of correct answer: 

Now, you'll feel warm and safe

400

Firefighters are essential public safety officers who do much more than fight fires. They wear protective gear, including helmets, masks, and fire-resistant suits, to keep safe while battling blazes. Besides fire fighting, they respond to various emergencies, such as car accidents, natural disasters, and medical calls. Firefighters also engage in community education, teaching people of all ages about fire safety and prevention. Their bravery and dedication are crucial in helping save lives and property. What is the main point of this text?

A. Firefighters wear protective gear to fight fires.

B. Firefighters respond to emergencies and educate the community on safety.

C. Firefighters are trained to handle many types of emergencies.

B. Firefighters respond to emergencies and educate the community on safety

400

Sunflowers are tall plans that can grow to be taller than a grown up. They have large bright yellow flowers that look like the sun, which is how they got their name. Sunflowers can be found in gardens and fields and they turn their heads to follow the sun throughout the day. This helps them get a lot of sunlight to grow strong and healthy. What is the main point of this text?

A. sunflowers are tall and turn to follow the sun

B. sunflowers are named after their appearance, which resembles the sun.

C. sunflowers need a lot of sunlight to grow

C. sunflowers need a lot of sunlight to grow

400

Choose the correct spelling of the word.

A. lewiseana

B. Louiziana

C. Louisiana

C. Louisiana

400

Select the correct spelling of the following word.

A. Library

B. Liberry

C. Librarie

A. Library

500

Choose the correct spelling of the following word:

A. unbelivable

B. unbelievable

C. unbeleavable

B. unbelievable

500

Give a correct example of a simile and a correct example of a metaphor.

(ALL OR NOTHING POINTS, must get both correct to get the points.)

*Student answers will vary.

(ALL OR NOTHING POINTS, must get both correct to get the points.)

500

Rainforests are vibrant ecosystems teeming with life and are located around the Earth's equator. These dense forests receive a high amount of rainfall each year, which supports a vast variety of plants and wildlife. Rainforests are home to many species that cannot be found anywhere else in the world, such as colorful birds, unique mammals, and a multitude of insects and reptiles. The lush vegetation and consistent climate provide ideal conditions for these species to thrive. Additionally, rainforests play a crucial role in the Earth's oxygen production and climate regulation.

"What is the main point of this text?

a) Rainforests receive a lot of rain and are home to unique species.

b) Rainforests are crucial for oxygen production and climate regulation on Earth.

c) Rainforests are dense, biodiverse ecosystems essential for supporting unique wildlife and regulating global climates.

c) Rainforests are dense, biodiverse ecosystems essential for supporting unique wildlife and regulating global climates.

500

Bees are small insects known for making honey. They live together in large groups called colonies. In the colony, bees work together to build the hive, protect the queen, and make honey. Bees are also important because they help plants grow by pollinating flowers as they move from one to another.

What is the main point of this text?

a) Bees make honey and live in colonies.

b) Bees are important for making honey and helping plants grow.

c) Bees protect their queen and build hives.

b) Bees are important for making honey and helping plants grow.

500

Give the correct plural form of the following word.

Berry

Berries