Context Clues
I thought the math problem was complex, but she thought it was easy.
Difficult or hard
Similarities and differences are explored. Some of the signal words are; both, like, unlike and neither
Compare and contrast
Shallow
not deep
Exaggeration
Hyperbole
A person, place, thing or idea
Noun
The insect was so minute that I needed a magnifying glass to see it.
Tiny, very small
Describes something; appeals to the 5 senses (vision, smell, taste, sound and touch)
Description
Sub-zero
Below zero
Inanimate objects or non-human things are given human-like qualities
Personification
Describes or modifies a noun
Adjective
She had a listless attitude, she didn't seem interested in anything and had no energy.
Having or showing no interest; spiritless
A dilemma is presented and a way to fix it is offered
Problem and Solution
Exploitation
taking advantage of
Uses like or as to compare two things
Simile
Two different words, same or similar meaning
Synonym
The nomadic tribes wandered from place to place; they did not stay in one place for too long.
Having no permanent home or abode; wanderer
Explains the reason why something happened and the effect
Cause and Effect
Respite
a break or delay for a period of time
Comparing two unlike things
Metaphor
Words with opposite meanings
Antonym
The lady was in distress, or great pain, after being abandoned.
Great pain, anxiety or sorrow
Organized by time or steps. Can include steps, dates, timelines and flashbacks.
Chronological/Sequence
Landscape; fields
Terrain
Formation of a word by imitation of a sound ("pow!", "boom!")
Onomatoepeia
Action words
Verbs