Definitions
What is a synonym? What is an antonym?
Synonyms are words that mean the same thing or almost the same thing.
Antonyms are words that mean the opposite of each other.
True or False: The main idea is always stated in the first sentence of a paragraph.
False
What is the difference between their, there, and they're ?
Their- refers to a place.
There- shows ownership
They're - a contraction for they are.
The puppy’s playful antics made everyone laugh, as he chased his tail and rolled around on the grass.
What does the word antics mean?
Mischievous or playful behavior
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The river sang a quiet lullaby as it flowed over the rocks, gently carrying away the worries of the world, its melody soothing the weary travelers by its side.
Singing and soothing
What is personification?
a person, animal, or object representing or embodying a quality, concept, or thing.
Find the main idea:
Exercise is essential for staying healthy. It helps strengthen muscles, improves heart health, and increases energy levels. Regular physical activity can also improve mood and help people live longer.
Exercise is important for health.
What is the difference between "your" and "you’re"?
"Your" shows possession, and "you’re" is a contraction of "you are."
Her exuberant personality made everyone want to be around her, as she was always full of energy and excitement.
What does the word exuberant mean?
Full of energy or joyful
Create your own sentence using personification.
(varied response)
What is dialogue?
The conversation between or among characters.
Find the theme:
Emma found a lost puppy in the rain and took it home. She cared for it, put up posters, and searched for its owner. After a week, she finally found the puppy’s family, and though she was sad to say goodbye, she knew she did the right thing.
Kindness and doing the right thing.
Identify the compound sentence:
A) "She went to the store because she needed milk."
B) "She went to the store, and she bought some milk."
Sentence B
The musician’s serene face showed no signs of stress, as he played the delicate melody with calm and ease.
What does the word serene mean?
calm, peaceful, or relaxed
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The autumn leaves whispered to one another, their colors changing slowly as they told stories of the seasons gone by, preparing for the cold months ahead.
whispering, telling stories, and preparing.
Fact, details, quotations, or other sources of information that provide support are called what?
Text evidence
Find the main idea:
Many animals hibernate or migrate in the winter to survive. Bears sleep in dens, while birds fly south where it is warmer. Some animals, like foxes, grow thicker fur to stay warm.
How animals survive in winter.
Which word is an adverb in this sentence: "She sang beautifully at the concert."?
Beautifully
The teacher’s meticulous notes helped the students understand every detail of the lesson.
What does the word meticulous mean?
detailed, careful, paying close attention to
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The evening sky blushed in shades of pink and purple, as though it were shyly hiding the stars that were eager to make their entrance.
blushing and hiding shyly
What is the definition of authors purpose?
The reason for writing a piece which can be to inform, persuade, or entertain.
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When Anna saw the pouring rain,
She sighed and frowned in sad disdain.
"The game is off, the day is gray,
Nothing fun will come my way."
But then she danced in puddles deep,
She laughed, she jumped, she took a leap!
"The rain’s not bad," she said with glee,
"It’s all about how you choose to see!"
A positive attitude can change everything!
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Sarah invited me to her party, and I gave her a gift. We had a great time together, and she thanked me for the present.
me, her, me
The athlete’s tenacious efforts helped her win the gold medal after months of intense training.
What does the word tenacious mean?
determined, persistent, or patient
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The wind howled through the trees, its cold fingers tugging at the leaves. The rain tapped lightly on the window, as if it were trying to get someone's attention. The tired earth sighed, happy for the rain after a long, dry summer.
wind: howling, tugging fingers
rain: tapping
earth: sighed happily