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Inferencing
Theme
Irony
Word Chioce and Tone
Vocabulary
100
What is Inferecing
the reasoning involved in drawing a conclusion or making a logical judgment on the basis of circumstantial evidence and prior conclusions rather than on the basis of direct observation
100
What is Theme?
The main idea or moral of a story
100
What is irony?
Using language that normally signifies the exact opposite of what you mean, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.
100
How does the words authors choose affect their writing? It affects their: a) It affects the piece's tone b) Their handwriting changes. c) It affects the piece's grammar
What is A) tone
100
What does portray mean? a) to show or reveal b) to play c) to arouse d) to redeem
What is A) to show or reveal
200
Everyday after work Paul took his muddy boots off on the steps of the front porch. Alice would have a fit if the boots made it so far as the welcome mat. He then took off his dusty overalls and threw them into a plastic garbage bag; Alice left a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing for him every morning. On his way in the house, he dropped the garbage bag off at the washing machine and went straight up stairs to the shower as he was instructed. He would eat dinner with her after he was “presentable,” as Alice had often said. What type of job does Paul work?
What is A construction worker/ manual laborer
200
In a field one summer's day a Grasshopper was hopping about, chirping and singing to its heart's content. An Ant passed by, bearing along with great toil an ear of corn he was taking to the nest. "Why not come and chat with me," said the Grasshopper, "instead of toiling and moiling in that way?" "I am helping to lay up food for the winter," said the Ant, "and recommend you to do the same." "Why bother about winter?" said the Grasshopper; we have got plenty of food at present." But the Ant went on its way and continued its toil. When the winter came the Grasshopper had no food and found itself dying of hunger, while it saw the ants distributing every day corn and grain from the stores they had collected in the summer. Then the Grasshopper knew. What is the theme of the story?
What is "prepare for the future?"
200
Which is ironic: a) The biggest dog in the world is named Tiny. b) my mother was born in New Orleans c) Cows often eat grass
What is A) the biggest dog in the world is named tiny
200
What is the tone of the following text message: Emily: OMG I HATE YOU. HOW COULD YOU DO THAT TO ME? YOU'RE SO TRASHY!
What is Anger
200
What is evidence? What is hard evidence?
What is something used to back up an argument. Something that uses numbers and statistics to back up their argument.
300
Valerie opened up the letter from the military department. She felt the pit of her stomach drop to the bottom of the earth before she even opened it. She knew it was news about John. As she read the first line, she thought of all of the lunches she had packed him and all the nights she tucked him in his bed and warded off the nighttime monsters. The man carrying the flag put his hand on her shoulder. She thought of the day that John signed up for the military. Her tears wet the letter. She stopped reading after the first line. What does the letter say?
What is "that John has died"?
300
In his sophomore year of high school, Michael Jordan tried out for the varsity basketball team at Laney High School in Wilmington, North Carolina. But at five feet and eleven inches tall, the coach believed that Jordan was too short to play at that level, so Jordan was cut from the team. Jordan didn’t let this obstacle defeat him. In fact, it pushed him to work even harder. He trained vigorously and grew another four inches the following summer. When he finally made the varsity squad, Jordan averaged 25 points a game and went on to become one of the greatest basketball players in history.
What is "Never give up on your dreams"
300
Which of the following is ironic: a) A professor giving a lecture at a university b) A quiet girl who finds her voice c) An old man who loves death metal d) A religious vampire who keeps crosses in his house
What is D
300
What words does the author use to convey relaxation in the following sentence: The cool, calming wind lulled me to sleep.
What is calming, cool, and lulled
300
What is a generalization? A) an announcement B) an exaggeration C) a soft noise D) an angry word
What is an exaggeration?
400
“Tommy!” Mom called out as she walked in the front door. “Tommy,” she continued shouting, “I sure could use some help with these groceries. There was still no reply. Mom walked into the kitchen to put the grocery bags down on the counter when she noticed shattered glass from the picture window all over the living room floor and a baseball not far from there. “I’m going to kill you, Tommy!” Mom yelled to herself as she realized that Tommy’s shoes were gone. Why did Tommy leave?
What is he was scared of getting in trouble and didn't want to face his mom.
400
An old monkey on the point of death summoned his sons around him to give them some parting advice. He ordered them to bring in a bundle of sticks, and said to his eldest son: "Break it." The son strained and strained, but with all his efforts was unable to break the sticks. The other sons also tried, but none of them was successful. "Untie the bundle," said the father, "and each of you take a stick." When they had done so, he called out to them: "Now, break," and each stick was easily broken. "You see my meaning," said their father.
What is breaking your problems into smaller pieces makes them more manageable.
400
Which of the following is not ironic: A) A police chief is arrested for burglary B) A dog running away from a cat C) Ms. Morell, a teacher, getting picked on by bullies at Akins for wearing glasses D) A student being distracted by his music.
What is D.
400
What is the tone of the following message: I love Ms. Morell's class so much! English is my favorite subject and she is SO COOL!!!!!!!!
What is excitement or happiness
400
Why might an author use repetition? A) for emphasis B) to make his point clear C) to make his work sound smart
What is for emphasis.
500
Ruby sat on the bed she shared with her husband, holding the letter. There was something thrilling and, at the same time, terrifying about the letter. Taking a deep, thoughtful breath, Ruby read the letter yet again, reassuring herself that, at least in one person’s eyes, she did have what it takes to reach her goals. After all these years of waiting and summoning her courage, scrimping and saving, was she finally going to take the opportunity she had been denied those many years ago? Ruby tucked the letter back under the mattress. No, today wasn’t the day to tell Max. She had to wait until just the right moment; a good day when Max was full of smiles and hope and good humor. Maybe once spring arrived, carrying with it the promise of sunshine and more work, she would muster the courage to approach her husband. What does the letter say?
What is she was accepted into a program/college/ etc.
500
A number of flies were attracted to a jar of honey which had been overturned in a housekeeper's room, and placing their feet in it, ate greedily. Their feet, however, became so smeared with the honey that they could not use their wings, nor release themselves, and were suffocated.
What is being greedy will only harm you
500
Which of the following is not true: A) Irony is often used for humor B) Irony is a new literary device C) Irony is implied- not clearly stated D) A drug cop being found with marijuana is ironic.
What is B.
500
What words in the following sentences depict fear? My heart pounded. I knew he was lurking around the corner.
What is pounded and lurking.
500
The young boy is adroit. He can figure out just about any game. A) poor B) lacking in skill C) follower D) skillful
What is D) skillful