Vocabulary
figurative
metaphorical meaning; not literal
Crunching, hissing
What type of figurative language?
Onomatopoeia
Give an example of a possessive pronoun, first-person
my, mine
Write the correct MLA identification on the board.
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Good grief! Is that picture really included in our family album?
What is the interjection?
Good grief!
lurched
awkward staggering motion or pace
The tree was like a giant monster swaying to and fro.
Type of figurative language?
Simile
Name three conjunctions.
and, but, or, nor, yet
Good paragraphs include what for each detail (that proves the detail)
development
He is a funny guy.
Is the verb action or linking?
linking
The harsh, abusive conditions of slavery could break the spirit of even a strong person. The fact that many enslaved African Americans went on to do great things upon gaining their freedom is a testament to their determination and spirit. Sojourner Truth is one example of this spirit.
What does determination mean?
Quality of having a strong purpose or resolve to accomplish
The flowers waltzed in the gentle breeze.
What type of figurative language?
Personification
What is the possessive noun?
Her sister's friends had fun.
sister's
MLA Correct Spacing --
Double
If I wait long enough, relief will come, just like the rain!
What is the dependent clause?
If I wait long enough
meaning of the suffix -ment
result of an action
The storm was an angry giant coming toward us.
Type of figurative language?
Metaphor
The distance around the stadium was approximately two miles.
What is the prepositional phrase?
around the stadium
HOW do you insert the header in your paper?
Go to Insert Page #
Make sure font is Times New Roman.
Insert Last Name before page #
Although it was early, the heat already hung heavy in the air.
What is the independent clause?
the heat already hung heavy in the air.
The word sagacious means “wise.” The related word sagacity is formed by adding the Latin suffix -ity to sagacious. Based on your knowledge of -ity, what is the most likely meaning of sagacity.
Quality of being wise
His laugh was like thunder.
Type of figurative language?
Simile
It began to move more quickly, stirring the heavy air.
What are the TWO adverbs, and what words do they modify?
The adverb quickly modifies the verb move.
What are the requirements for the title of your paragraph?
It should be centered on the line right below the identification. It should relate to the content of the paragraph.
Peter should have stayed at the park.
What is the verb phrase?
should have stayed