Literary Reading
Maribelle was running late. She grabbed her books and ran to the car. She started backing out of the driveway, and suddenly stopped. She ran back inside and got her raincoat and umbrella. She got back into the car and drove away.
What can you infer about this situation?
Maribelle noticed that it was going to rain.
"Packaging has food fresh and protects things like computers from breaking."
What should the italicized word be changed to?
- NO CHANGE
- grasps
- keeps
- holds
Keeps
What is alliteration? Give an example.
The repeating of the same consonant sounds at the beginnings of words in a single sentence.
The lazy lion lays in the light.
What is a noun?
Person, place, thing, or idea
What is the first section of an essay called?
Introduction
(1) The sign up sheet for basketball tryouts was on the gym door. (2) Brody noticed it as he was walking back to class. (3) That night, he finished all of his homework quickly. (4) he spent two hours practicing basketball. (5) Afterwards, he sat on his couch and watched a basketball game with his father for a few minutes.
What sentence contains the BEST proof that Brody wants to make the team?
Sentence 4
- NO CHANGE
- has tried
- have tried
- tries
No Change
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor? Give an example of each.
Simile uses "like" or "as"...metaphors don't.
Simile: She is as pretty as a picture.
Metaphor: His eyes are deep wells of blue.
What is a verb? Give an example
An action word
The part of an essay where you give your opinion or make a statement with supporting reasons is called what?
Thesis.
Faith couldn't wait to start her summer job. She wanted one for years! Unfortunately, she didn't like getting up early. She also didn't like standing up all day. At the end of the summer, she realized she missed out on a lot of fun.
What is the theme of this story?
Be careful what you wish for.
Ethan is a frequent visitor of the movie theatre. He loves all kinds of movies.
What does the word frequent mean?
Often, many times
Explain the meaning of this idiom: "The early bird catches the worm."
People who get things done early are usually more fortunate.
What two things should a sentence have in order to be complete?
A subject and predicate
What is the part of an essay called where the sources used are listed?
Works Cited
Cited Sources
Citations
Bibliography
Brielle wanted to be a good student like her older sister, Caylah. Caylah always got A's, whereas Brielle mostly received B's. Brielle asked her sister for help. Caylah taught her how to take good notes, and what to study every night. By the end of the year, Brielle had mostly A's! Caylah was very proud of the progress Brielle made.
What character trait did Brielle gain?
Determination
Milo loved games. He was really good at them as well. People always said he had the Midas touch when it came to games.
What does it mean to have a Midas touch?
"As mom pulled the car into the driveway, I stepped out of the house and heard the sizzle of the barbecue. I walked toward the backyard and smelled the delicious scent of grilled chicken. The sun was getting ready for it's nightly rest and the moon was taking it's rightful place. The picnic table felt as hot as a frying pan, but I sat down anyway."
Find the three example of figurative language and explain what they mean.
Answers may vary
What part of speech is used to describe a noun?
Adjective
Where would I find information about a specific person that I need to find information about for a research essay?
Biography
Rylea was taught right from wrong. Unfortunately, she didn't listen. When she went to Walmart, she stole a Snickers bar. They caught her right away. She got in really big trouble. She wishes she never did that.
What is the theme?
Crime doesn't pay
Chaysen called math his Achille's Heel. He was great at all of the other subjects in school. Math, on the other hand, was another story.
What is an Achille's Heel?
A weakness
Name 4 different types of figurative language. Give examples of each.
Simile
Metaphor
Hyperbole
Alliteration
Onomatopoia
Idiom
Allusion
Personification
What is a gerund? Give me an example in a sentence.
A verbal noun.
Watching movies is very fun.
What is the format style called that you write your source citations in?
MLA
other accepted: APA, Chicago