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Figurative Language
Text Structure
Author's Purpose
Inferences
Context Clues
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"The chocolate candy in the cupboard called to me", is an example of a. idiom b. personification c. metaphor
What is a personification.
100
The author discusses similarities and differences between people, things, concepts or ideas
Compare and Contrast
100
What is it called when the author expresses his opinions and views? a. entertainment b. point of view c. climax
What is b - point of view?
100
The shelves were piled high with boxes of every size and shape. Each group had a different picture and different bright colors. There were so many people – men and women, mothers with little children, teenagers putting more boxes on the shelves. Some of the people were talking together as they chose the boxes and cans that they wanted. Jeff was having a hard time remembering which one to buy. He knew that Tooli wouldn’t be happy if he brought home the wrong brand! He also knew that Tooli was probably getting very hungry! Where was Jeff?
The Grocery Store
100
The long hike up to the top of the mountain was extremely grueling. When she finally reached the top, she had to sit down and rest. What does grueling mean?
Tiring, exhausting, etc.
200
Birds of a feather flock together is an example of a. personification b. hyperbole c. idiom
What is c, an idiom.
200
The author uses many details to give the reader a strong understanding and idea of a person, place, thing, event, etc.
Descriptive
200
All of the following are three main reasons why an author writes a story, EXCEPT to a. inform. b. persuade. c. entertain. d. take up your free time
What is d?
200
Jeff filled up a big bowl with fresh, cold water and set it on the floor. He brought out a big comforter and put it on the floor next to the low window. He opened a package, took out a big bone and placed it on the floor next to the comforter. Then he opened the window so that the gentle breeze could blow into the room. What was Jeff doing?
Getting ready to get a puppy/dog
200
The conspicuous woman wore a purple wig and large sunglasses and wandered around the story. The security guard kept a careful eye on her. What does conspicuous mean?
noticeable, strange
300
"The old man and his wife had "boot orders coming out of their ears". This is an example of a. idiom b. metaphor c. hyperbole
What is a hyperbole.
300
The author provides the reader with the order of events in which something occurred
Chronological
300
Lisa always looked forward to the fall because of the Harvest Festival. Of course, she loved the rides, but she really enjoyed the shows. This year would be the best. Lisa had a special opportunity to perform in the talent show. The author's purpose is to a. entertain. b. persuade. c. inform. d. create a mysterious mood.
What is a - entertain?
300
Lisa carefully examined the bug sitting on the leaf. She noticed that it had six legs and a hard shell. Lisa had never seen a bug like this before. She grabbed her magnifying glass and camera. What is the MOST LIKELY conclusion you can draw about Lisa?
She is curious
300
I was so parched that I drank an entire glass of water in one gulp. What does parched mean?
Thirsty
400
"Her hair was white as snow", is an example of a. idiom b. simile c. analogy
what is a simile.
400
The author gives information on a problem and offers one or more solutions
Problem Solution
400
What do you do with aluminum cans? Do you throw them in the trash, or do you recycle when you are finished with them? At the rate we are filling our landfills, we will not have anywhere else to put our trash. If you recycle, you will help the environment. The next time you throw away your Coke can, think about putting it in a recycling bin. Your effort will help save your community. The author's purpose is to a. entertain. b. persuade. c. inform. d. create a mysterious mood.
What is b - persuade?
400
Justin grabbed the leash and quickly put it around Tooli’s neck. He stormed out the door with Tooli coming right behind. He said, “Hurry up, Tooli. You’re always so slow.” Justin kept his head down and walked quickly down the road, not speaking to anyone that he saw. How does Jeff probably feel?
Angry
400
The student was so intrigued by the lesson that he went home and researched the topic that evening. What does intrigued mean?
Interested
500
"The road was a swamp", is an example of a. metaphor b. simile c. hyperbole
What is a metaphor.
500
The authors describes an event or several events along with the events that follow
Cause and Effect
500
Tomatoes were once considered poisonous. Some brave people finally took a bite of a tomato, and they survived. Now, we use tomatoes in our salads and sandwiches. Do you ever use tomato sauce or ketchup? These products are made of tomatoes. If it weren't for these brave individuals, you might not be able to enjoy ketchup with your french-fries. The author's purpose is to a. entertain. b. persuade. c. inform. d. create a mysterious mood.
What is c - inform?
500
Lauren looked at her watch, grabbed her books and ran to the bus stop. When she got to the bus stop, she realized she forgot her lunch. Lauren ran back to the house and grabbed her lunchbox. When Lauren got back to the bus stop, she realized she missed the bus. What can we infer about the type of person Lauren is?
Disorganized
500
Marcia is a novice soccer player. It is her first day of practice and she is nervous about learning all of the rules and skills. What does novice mean?
Beginner