Main Idea
It is often said that lightning never strikes twice in the same place, but this isn’t true. Go ask the forest rangers. Rangers who spend their summers as fire-fighters will tell you that every thundershower brings several bolts of lightning to their lookout stations.
What is a theme?
A moral message one derives from a work.
clamor
n. noise; loud outcry; expression of discontent or protest
inflammatory
a. characterized or caused by inflammation; arousing to action or rebellion
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Where does the prefix go on a word or word part?
At the beginning of the word or word part.
Costs were low that year and the output high. There was a good person for each job and the market remained firm. There were no losses from fire. All in all it was the best years in the history of the company.
The company did well that year.
How is theme formatted?
Full sentence, as applicable to people as a whole, not specific to the story, does not require someone to read the story to understand the moral
contraband
n. goods whose importation or exportation or possession is prohibited by law
martyr
n. one who makes great sacrifices or suffers to further belief or principle; one who endures great suffering
Where does the suffix go on a word or word part?
At the end of the word or word part.
Advertising affects our lives everyday. Brand names are common household words. We start each day using the toothpaste, soap, and breakfast foods promoted by advertisers. Ads have made the cars we drive signs of our success. Our choices of food, dress, and entertainment are swayed by ads. Not one aspect of American life is untouched by advertising.
Advertising is a very common aspect of our daily lives.
Which of the following is NOT a proper theme?
A. Happiness comes from within.
B. Patience is the root of joy.
C. The dog should not have chased the cat.
D. You'll catch more flies with honey than with vinegar.
proprietary
a. relating to an owner or ownership.
culmination
n. a final climactic stage; the decisive moment in a novel or play; a concluding action
What is the meaning of the suffix "-logy," such as in "biology" and "meteorology"?
The study or science of
Penicillin is one of the greatest of the wonder drugs. It has saved thousands of lives already and will save many more in the future. Unfortunately it has no effect at all on most of the ills of mankind. Penicillin is a very good drug, but it is certainly not a cure-all.
Penicillin is a good drug, but it is not perfect.
What might be a good example of theme in the classic tale, "The Boy Who Cried Wolf"?
Your reputation is important./Tell the truth, or people will suspect you of lying./What goes around comes around.
raucous
a. making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
boisterous
a. rough and stormy; loud, noisy, and lacking in restraint or discipline
What is the meaning of the prefix "trans," such as in "transcontinental"?
Across
Do you wear glasses? Make sure your glasses fit well. The earpieces should be at eye level. Don’t try to adjust the earpieces yourself. Take your glasses for adjustments to the place you bought them. Keep your glasses in a case when you’re not wearing them. This will prevent scratches. Keep the lenses clean. A soft cloth is best for cleaning.
Taking care of your glasses has many steps and/or moving parts.
What might be a good example of theme in the classic tale, "The Tortoise and the Hare"?
Slow and steady win the race./Pride before the fall.
foible
n. a minor weakness or eccentricity in someone's character.
conscientious
a. wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly; diligent; responsible; reliable
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What is the meaning of the "nom/nym"
Name