Tier 2 Vocab (E)
The teacher asked the students to analyze the poem’s deeper meaning beyond its surface imagery.
To examine something carefully and in detail, usually to understand it better or draw conclusions.
"ogres are like onions" - shrek
simile
break
Definition 1 (verb): To cause something to separate into pieces.
Example: Be careful not to break the glass.
Definition 2 (noun): A short period of rest or pause.
Example: Let’s take a five-minute break before continuing.
He wanted to join the robotics club, ___ he didn’t have time after school.
but
Her explanation was so coherent that even the most complex ideas became easy to understand.
Logical and well-organized; easy to understand.
life is like a box of chocolate you never know what you're gonna get - forrest gump
metaphor
pitch
Definition 1 (noun): The highness or lowness of a musical note.
Example: The singer hit a high pitch during the chorus.
Definition 2 (verb): To throw something, usually a ball.
Example: He learned how to pitch a fastball in baseball practice.
She could study at home, ___ she could go to the library for more focus.
or
The jury reached a consensus after hours of discussion, finally agreeing on a verdict.
General agreement among a group of people.
"bam! pow! zap!" - Batman
onomatopoeia
volume
Definition 1 (noun): The amount of sound; loudness.
Example: Turn down the volume on the TV, please.
Definition 2 (noun): The amount of space something occupies.
Example: This container has a volume of two liters.
The teacher extended the deadline, ___ everyone had time to revise their essays.
so
He tried to minimize the damage by quickly apologizing and offering a solution.
To reduce something to the smallest possible amount or degree.
"its so fluffy I'm gonna die!" - minion movie
hyperbole
current
Definition 1 (noun): A flow of water, air, or electricity.
Example: The swimmer struggled against the ocean current.
Definition 2 (adjective): Happening or existing now.
Example: We discussed current events in class today.
I enjoy hiking, ___ my sister prefers biking on forest trails
and
Their strong friendship began to diminish as they grew apart over time.
To become or cause to become less in size, importance, or value.
"the sky is awake so I'm awake!" - Anna, Frozen the movie
personification
strike
Definition 1 (noun): A refusal to work, usually as a form of protest.
Example: The workers went on strike to demand better wages.
Definition 2 (verb): To hit something with force.
Example: The player managed to strike the ball with incredible power.
He didn't know the answer, ___ did he try to guess.
nor