Grammar
What part of speech is the word "quickly" in the sentence: She quickly finished her essay?
What is an "adverb"?
The term "Keep it a Bean" means what?
What is "be honest or tell the truth"?
Pick the correct word for the following sentence.
The scientist had to ____ the results of the experiment before publishing the paper.
(cite, site, sight)
What is "cite"?
This adjective describes something that is mediocre, unimpressive, or disappointing
What is "mid"?
This author wrote Mother Tongue, an essay exploring the complexities of language and identity, particularly in relation to her mother's English.
Who is "Amy Tan"?
What is the difference between affect and effect?
What is "Affect is a verb (to influence), while effect is a noun (a result)"?
In the 1920's, what did it mean if someone was "on the up and up"?
What is "someone getting their life together or things in their life are alining"?
Pick the correct word for the following sentence.
The professor gave a long lecture about the effects of ___ on global temperatures.
(weather/whether)
What is "weather"?
This noun refers to the practice of spending many hours in bed during the day, often with snacks or an electronic device, as a voluntary retreat from activity or stress.
What is "bedrotting"?
In Should Writers Use They Own English, what type of English does Vershawn Young advocate?
What is "Black English" or "AAVE"?
Choose the correct word: The student made _________ progress in her research.
A lot or Alot
What is: "A lot"?
(Note: alot is not a word.)
In the 1950's slang, the term "juiced up" meant?
What is "excited or hype"?
Choose the correct word for the following sentence.
The company announced a new job posting for an experienced ____ engineer.
(principal/principle)
What is "principal"?
This noun refers to an aesthetic or style featuring playful pink outfits, accessories, decor, etc., celebrating and modeled on the wardrobe of the Barbie doll.
What is "Barbiecore"?
In the video of Northwest Tap Connection, the dancers chanted this phrase while performing, highlighting themes of social justice and empowerment.
What is "HELLYOUTALMBOUT"?
What is the difference between lie and lay?
What is "lie means to rest or recline, lay requires a direct object (e.g., I lay the book on the table)"?
What is an 1800's term used in US history, post-civil war era? *Hint: Scal*
Meaning of the word: Mischievous
What is a "scalawag"?
Choose the correct word for the following sentence.
__ planning to visit Paris next summer, but they haven't booked ___ flights yet. I think the best deals are over ___.
(there, their, they're)
What is "they're; their; there"?
This noun refers to a movement among clothing producers and consumers that emphasizes eco-friendly, well-made clothing, maintenance and repair of garments to extend their lifespan, and a general reduction of one's consumption of new clothing items.
What is "slow fashion"?
In the Black ASL documentary we watched in class, we learned that Black ASL and White ASL are different. Name a difference between Black and White ASL.
What is "the use of distinct vocabulary?"
What is "the variation in signing speed or rhythm?"
What is "the difference in handshape usage?"
What is "the incorporation of dramatics and emphasis?"
Correct the misplaced modifier:
Walking to class, my notebook fell in the puddle.
What is: "While I was walking to class, my notebook fell in the puddle.
OR
When I was walking to class, my notebook fell in the puddle."?
The word "Jive Turkey" was popular in the 1940s-70s. What does it generally mean today?
What is "high energy" or "type of dance"?
What is the difference between 'your' and 'you're?'
What is
"your= possession
you're = contraction (you are)"
his noun refers to a rise in prices, rents, or the like, that is not due to market pressure or any other factor organic to the economy, but is caused by corporate executives, property owners, etc., solely to increase already healthy or excessive profits.
What is "greedflation"?
In her spoken word piece, Jamila Lyiscott made this statement about Black hair, emphasizing its beauty, resilience, and cultural significance.
What is "unless you’ve seen it rob a bank stop calling my hair bad"?