Literature
What is the main characters name in the novel, The Giver?
Jonas
Identify the verb in the following sentence: "She dances gracefully."
Dances
What does the word "ominous" mean?
Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
What is the purpose of the conclusion in an essay?
To summarize key points and leave a lasting impression on the reader.
What is the main idea of a passage?
the central point or key concept that a text or piece of writing is conveying to the reader.
What is the name of the pig in the novel "Charlotte's Web"?
Wilbur
What is the correct plural form of "fox"?
Foxes
Choose the synonym for "hilarious":
a) Sad
b) Funny
c) Angry
b) Funny
What is a thesis statement?
States the topic and 3 claims of the writing.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile is a comparison between two things that uses the word like or as: Her smile is as bright as sunshine. A metaphor is a direct comparison between two things that does not use like or as:
Dystopia
Identify the part of speech for the word "quickly" in the sentence: "She ran quickly to catch the bus."
Adverb
Identify the antonym for "transparent":
a) Clear
b) Opaque
c) Visible
b) Opaque
What is the purpose of the hook in an essay?
To grab the reader's attention
What is personification?
Personification is giving human qualities to non-human things or animals.
Rapunzel's Revenge and Calamity Jack
Which of the following is a compound sentence:
a) He went to the store.
b) She enjoys swimming.
c) I like playing basketball, and my brother likes playing soccer.
c) I like playing basketball, and my brother likes playing soccer.
What is an antonym of "brave"?
An antonym of "brave" could be "cowardly" or "timid".
What is the purpose of a persuasive essay?
Persuasive writing, also known as the argument essay, uses logic and reason to show that one idea is more legitimate than another. It attempts to persuade a reader to adopt a certain point of view or to take a particular action.
What is foreshadowing?
Foreshadowing is a literary device where the author hints at events to come
Which of the following was NOT a movement we studied in class?
A. Suffrage
B.Socialist
C. Women's Rights
D. Labor
B. Socialist
Correct the sentence: "The students was running to catch the bus."
"The students were running to catch the bus."
What does "ponder" mean?
"Ponder" means to think about something carefully.
What is the purpose of an informative essay?
An informative essay educates your reader on a topic
What is imagery?
Imagery is language that appeals to the senses, creating vivid pictures in the reader's mind.