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Vocabulary/Context Clues
Figurative Language
NonFiction
Stuff We've Read
Persuasive Techniques
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Bill’s biggest problem as a swimmer is laziness; greater exertion could have won him the prize. EXERTION means... a. tiredness c. confusion b. effort d. mediocre
What is b. EFFORT
100
A comparison of two unlike things using LIKE or AS
What is A SIMILE
100
In what resource would you find information about the Civil War?
What is a HISTORY TEXTBOOK.
100
This novel is set during WWII and has a main character by the name of Annemarie.
What is NUMBER THE STARS.
100
Which persuasive technique convinces an audience to agree with your opinion based on using LOGIC? logos, pathos, or ethos?
What is LOGOS.
200
He was so _______ that he wanted to skate in the winter. What belongs in the blank? a. creative b. athletic c. joyful d. motivated
What is D. MOTIVATED
200
A comparison of two unlike things without using LIKE or AS
What is A METAPHOR
200
In what resource would you look for more information about black bears?
What is AN ENCYCLOPEDIA.
200
This short story was about Jim and Della, a young couple who sold their most valuable posessions to buy the other person a Christmas gift.
What is THE GIFT OF THE MAGI.
200
Which persuasive technique convinces an audience to agree with your opinion based on using EMOTIONAL APPEAL?
What is PATHOS.
300
The eagle flew aloft; his strong wings took him high into the sky. ALOFT means... a. along the sea floor c. high in the sky b. below the breeze d. between two trees
What is C. HIGH IN THE SKY.
300
The following is an example of what type of figurative language? "When the stars threw down their spears, / And water'd heaven with their tears"
What is PERSONIFICATION
300
In what resource would you look to find the average temperatures of Colorado for 2012?
What is AN ALMANAC.
300
What was the name of Annemarie's older sister who died?
What is LISE.
300
Which type of persuasive technique convinces an audience to agree with your opinion based on building TRUST?
What is ETHOS.
400
"During storms, the rocky islands are a menace to ships." What does the word MENACE mean?
What is DANGER or THREAT
400
The following is an example of what type of figurative language? "Fame is a bee. / It has a song -- / It has a sting --"
What is METAPHOR.
400
I want to know what festivities are being planned in our city for St. Patrick's Day. Where will I look?
What is A NEWSPAPER.
400
In what country did the novel Number the Stars take place?
What is DENMARK.
400
What type of persuasive technique is being used in the following statement: "In the last five years, 9 people have been killed by tigers. In that time, 2,200,000 people have died in the U.S. from tobacco use. I'd take my chances with a tiger."
What is LOGOS.
500
"The woodcutter’s progress through the forest was hampered by the thick growth of trees and bushes." What does HAMPERED mean?
What is SLOWED DOWN; STOPPED; HINDERED etc...
500
The following is an example of what type of figurative language? "The dark, dreary day gradually descended into night"
What is ALLITERATION.
500
For more information about the life of Cleopatra, one should consult a....
What is A HISTORY TEXTBOOK.
500
What was the name of Uncle Henrik's boat?
What is THE INGEBORG.
500
What kind of persuasive technique relies on the use of a celebrity or other famous person to send a message or sell a product?
What is TESTIMONIAL.