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Figurative Language
Hodgepodge
Text Structures
Author's Purpose / Type of Texts
Who Knows?
100
A word that sounds like or means the same thing as it's name.
Onomatopoeia
100

Individuals who simply enjoy the luxury of multi-function devices often use these devices for frivolous pursuits such as downloading catchy ring tones, instant messaging about the latest gossip, and looking up the world record for most cans crushed on one’s head during the Superbowl.

The term “frivolous” implies that the author

a. is fascinated by the endless capabilities on smartphones.

b. hopes that technology ceases to expand its scope.

c. believes that the average individual does not need a smartphone.

d. wants to see more developments added to smartphone technology.



C. believes that the average individual does not need a smartphone.

100

Sarah's car was dead on the side of the road. What was she going to do? She had already gotten off to a rough start when her alarm clock had failed to go off that morning. School started in just under an hour. Suddenly, it dawned on her that she had subscribed to OnStar the month before. With the simple press of a button, she was able to get help jump-starting her battery and made it to class right on time!

Problem / Solution

100
A text that is not true.
Fiction
100

An idea that recurs in or pervades a work of art or literature.

Theme

200
Jane sat in awe as the stars danced across the night sky.
Personification
200
The part of a story that reveals or suggests an outcome.
Resolution
200
Gives characteristics or traits about a person, place or thing.
Descriptive
200
What is the purpose of the following passage? Butterflies are colorful, flying insects from the Lepidoptera order. Because they are insects, they have three body parts. The three body parts are called the head, thorax, and abdomen. They also have six jointed legs, two antennae and compound eyes.
To inform
200

a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.

Inference

300
Compares two things using like or as.
Simile
300
In what part of a story do we learn the conflict?
Rising Action
300
Listing events or explaining steps in order.
Sequence
300
What would be the author's purpose when writing fiction novels?
To entertain
300
A persuasive technique intended to tug at people's heart strings.
Emotional Appeal
400
I'm so hungry, I could eat a horse.
Hyperbole
400
The events and complications begin to resolve themselves. The reader knows what has happened next and if the conflict was resolved or not.
Falling Action
400
Sean and Brad are best friends. They have been going to the same school since kindergarten and have bonded over their love of sports. However, Sean's favorite sport is football while Brad prefers basketball.
Compare and Contrast
400

What is the purpose of the following passage? Spongebob is the absolute best candidate for student body president! He is honest, friendly, and super annoying! He will make our school a better place. This is YOUR chance to make a positive change! VOTE SPONGEBOB IN 2016!

To persuade

400

When water is heated, the molecules move quickly, therefore the water boils. Which part of the sentence is the effect?

The water boils.

500
John was an ox as he rolled the boulder up the steep hill.
Metaphor
500
What is the climax of a story?
The most intense or extreme part of a story where an action typically takes place.
500
The summer had been extra hot with very little rain to relieve the thirsty earth. There were cracks in the ground that looked like someone might fall into. People neglected their lawns because no plant was motivated to be green or grow.
Cause / Effect
500
A text that is true and informational.
Expository
500

I learned to play the drums quickly because I took lessons from a pro.  Which part of the sentence is the cause?

Because I took lessons from a pro,...