Figurative Language
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
A metaphor says one thing IS another, but a simile uses like or as to say one thing is LIKE another.
What does the word part "cent" mean? What is an example of a word that uses the word part "cent"?
Cent = 100; century, centennial, percent, centimeter
Dogs and cats are two of the most popular pets in the world, but they are very different animals. Dogs are known for being loyal and energetic, often needing daily walks and lots of attention from their owners. Cats, on the other hand, are more independent and tend to entertain themselves for long periods of time. While both make wonderful companions, the right pet really depends on your lifestyle.
Compare/contrast
What text structure would most likely have these signal words?
To illustrate, for example, characteristics, features
Description
What is central idea?
The main focus of a text
What examples of figurative language are here?
The busy bees buzzed around the hive.
Alliteration and onomatopoeia
What does the word part "fract" mean? What is an example word with the word "fract"?
To break; fracture, infraction
The first step to making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is gathering your supplies — bread, peanut butter, jelly, and a knife. Next, spread a layer of peanut butter on one slice of bread and jelly on the other. After that, press the two slices together and cut the sandwich in half. Finally, your sandwich is ready to enjoy!
What text structure would most likely have these signal words?
First, second, next, then, to begin with, finally
Chronological
What is theme?
The lesson the author wants the reader to learn.
"It's raining cats and dogs" and "walk a mile in my shoes" are all examples of what kind of figurative language?
Idioms
What does the word part "voc" mean? What is an example of a word that uses the word part "voc"?
Voc = to speak; vocalize, advocate, vocation (your calling)
The old library at the end of Maple Street was a magical place to spend an afternoon. Tall wooden shelves stretched from floor to ceiling, packed tightly with thousands of books of every color and size. The air smelled of worn pages and cedar wood, and soft golden light poured through the tall arched windows. Every corner felt like a secret waiting to be discovered.
Description
What text structure would most likely have these signal words?
Advantage, as opposed to, on the other hand, while, likewise, in the same way
Compare/contrast
What are text features? Name at least 3.
Headings, titles, subheadings, pictures, captions.
What is an allusion?
A reference to a famous person, work (like a movie, book, or painting), or historical event
What does the word part "acti" mean? What is an example of a word that uses the word part "acti"?
Acti = to do; activate, activist, active
Many students struggle to stay focused during long study sessions because their brains get tired easily. This can lead to poor performance on tests, even when a student has worked hard to prepare. One effective way to fix this is to use the Pomodoro method — studying for 25 minutes and then taking a 5-minute break. This gives the brain time to rest and actually helps students remember more information in the long run.
Problem/solution
What text structure would most likely have these signal words?
If/then, because of ___, consequently, therefore
Cause/effect
How can we decide what the theme of a story is?
By determining how the characters change and looking at what conflicts they go through.
A hyperbole is an exaggeration. For example, "it's a million degrees outside."
What does the word part "spec" mean? What is an example of a word that uses the word part "spec"?
Spec = to see; spectacle, spectacular, respect, spectator, perspective
When the town of Millbrook stopped maintaining its local park, the results were easy to see. Weeds took over the flower beds, the playground equipment rusted, and families stopped visiting. Without regular foot traffic, local businesses nearby began to lose customers as well. One small decision had a ripple effect throughout the entire community.
Cause/effect
What text structure would most likely have these signal words?
Issue, one answer is, question, resolve, help
Problem/solution
How do we figure out the central idea? Name at least 2 steps.
Look at text features, determine the text structure, identify big ideas, locate the thesis, put it all together in 1 sentence.