figurative language
What does the word "ashamed" mean in the context of this sentence?
Lillian was ashamed of her behavior after her fight with her friends at recess.
A. Angry
B. Afraid
C. Embarrassed
D. Shy
C. Embarrassed
What are the five types of text structure?
- problem solution
- cause and effect
- compare and contrast
- description
- chronological
What does the word perspective mean?
A. the description of a character
B. the way that the events occur in the text
C. The relevant or supporting details
D. the way a character sees or feels about something
D. the way a character sees or feels about something
In this poem, what does the setting of the bedroom represent?
They do not want me around
When company comes to town
So they send me to my bedroom
I wait and sit in doom
For a time when I can come out
With my exclusive family about
A. A place where the author feels safe
B. A place where the author feels excluded or sent away to
C. A place where the author sleeps
D. A place where the author hangs out with their family
B. A place where the author feels excluded or sent away to
Which line from the poem shows figurative language and follows the theme "hope for change"?
Imprisoned in the chains of a factory
Going to work was never easy
Me and mine sing songs sweetly
To make the day go breezy
A. "Imprisoned in the chains of a factory"
B. "Going to work was never easy"
C. "Me and mine sing songs sweetly"
D. "To make the day go breezy"
C. Me and mine sing songs sweetly - alliteration
What does the word "ache" mean in the context of this sentence?
After the fight at the dance, Marcus left with another girl. Avery, in tears, felt her heart ache.
A. A sharp pain caused by illness
B. A sense of confusion or worry
C. A strong feeling of sadness or longing
D. A dull pain from physical injury
C. A strong feeling of sadness or longing
which stanza of the poem uses a metaphor to convey the theme of "fear"?
1 In a nightmarish fright, I woke in the middle of the night
In the dark, I could not see
A shadow in the corner it could possibly be
2 My eyes became a camera focus in and out
To figure out the figure in the room
To my surprise was my dog looking like doom!
A. Stanza 1
B. Stanza 2
C. Stanza 3
D. Stanza 4
B. Stanza 2: 2 My eyes became a camera focus in and out
What is Mari's perspective based on the following sentences from the passage?
1Mari received her ELA test score back.She ripped it apart and shoved it in the trash.Hopefully her parents would never see it.
2After she started listening to her teacher and got a tutor, she felt much better. She received an A on her next test and immediately showed it to her parents, who rewarded her hard work.
A. Mari was always good at ELA, especially after she got a tutor.
B. Mari was upset at first about her ELA test, but she worked hard and changed her attitude.
C. Mari hated ELA and hoped to never take a test in there again.
D. Mari refused to show her parents her ELA test because she got such a good grade.
B. Mari was upset at first about her ELA test, but she worked hard and changed her attitude.
How does the conflict in the poem contribute to its overall message?
The rains fell and swallowed us up deep
Our homes are sticks the countryside will eat
They refuse to help as we drown
I will dull it out with softer sounds
I pray each night to a blank dark sky
I hope that in the end its you and I
A. It shows that the speaker wants to fall and drown with the rest of the country
B. It describes a storm that swallows up the speaker
C. It highlights how despite a storm ruining a home, the speaker continues to pray and hope for better days
D. It expresses how the reader prays each night
C. It highlights how despite a storm ruining a home, the speaker continues to pray and hope for better days
Why do we use figurative language in poetry?
to express feelings and meaning easier, to compare things
What is the definition of the word "punctual" as it is used in the sentence?
As the sun sets, the moon rises, and the stars are ever punctual.
A. "on time"
B. "shiny"
C. "hopeful"
D. "rising"
A. "on time"
How would a image of a sailboat with its parts labeled, help a reader understand a text about "How to Operate a Sailboat"
a. it allows the reader to understand how to operate a sailboat
b. it teaches the reader how to operate a sailboat
c. it shows the reader how to go sailing
d. it shows them the parts of the sailboat being talked about
d. it shows them the parts of the sailboat being talked about
How does the author use Carlie’s thoughts and actions to develop her perspective? Select the best answer.
Carlie was the best swimmer in her club. "I dare you to race me!" she would shout. Butterfly, free style, breast stroke, back stroke. She could do it all. Never afraid, Carlie always led the way.
In the summer of 2023, Carlie became team captain just as a new swimmer, Dylan, joined. He dove in during practice and the sailed on the surface. Carlie thought to herself, "he is so quick, I must beat him!" However, Carlie soon learned he had never been on a team before and had no trophies. During the first swim meet, as they raced in the lanes next to each other, she slowed down just slightly and let him touch the wall first. He came a champion and she cheered him on!
A. By showing how Carlie always wants to beat everyone
B. By showing how Carlie lost to Dylan
C. By showing how Carlie selflessly gave up first place so Dylan could get a trophy
D. By showing how Carlie was perfect at every stroke
C. By showing how Carlie selflessly gave up first place so Dylan could get a trophy
Which line in the poem uses personification to express that hard work is in charge of the author's life?
The dirt in my hands rules over me
I know nothing of cleanliness
I am wrapped up in work
and have nothing else
A. The dirt in my hands rules over me
B. I know nothing of cleanliness
C. I am wrapped up in work
D. and have nothing else
A. The dirt in my hands rules over me
What is the meaning of the word "spectacle" as it is used in the sentence?
At the time, the titanic was an absolute spectacle. Everyone wanted to be lucky enough for a ticket to ride.
A. heavenly
B. rich
C. statue
D. marvel
D. marvel
What is something that a reader can learn from an image of a sailboat that has each part labeled, that they cannot from just reading about the parts and operation of a sailboat?
A. where each part is located and what it is next to
B. how to operate that specific part
C. how to replace that specific part
D. what the official name of the parts are
A. where each part is located and what it is next to
Which two details best show how Dante's perspective changes? Select two answers.
Dante sat inside for lunch everyday and colored. He would make great paintings based on the stories he would read. He loved artists like Da-Vinci and Claude Monet. His paintings were precise and focused. Earlier that year, he met Zoey, another student who loved art. They had never painted together, so he invited her to paint with him at lunch. "So excited to paint with you Zoey!" he said as he got to work.
Zoey sat and with her brush made all sorts of funky lines and shapes. Dante exclaimed "that is not painting Zoey! That is a mess!" Zoey was puzzled at this. "This is just like the artists Picasso and Dali! It is different!"
Dante went home and read all about Picasso and Dali. He felt bad he embarrassed his friend. At the art studio, he met with Zoey, "Picasso is actually really good and unique! I like what you are making. I should also learn something new."
A. Dante went home and read all about Picasso and Dali.
B. Dante exclaimed "that is not painting Zoey! That is a mess!"
C. I like what you are making. I should also learn something new.
D. "This is just like the artists Picasso and Dali! It is different!"
B and C
Which line from the poem best represents the theme of the poem the most?
America the beautiful, the brave
Progress is what it claims
However, for some a chain
I will rise again and join them
I will be born and be a part of the change
I will be for America the next day
A. Progress is what it claims
B. I will rise again and join them
C. I will be for America the next day
D. America the beautiful, the brave
B. I will rise again and join them/I will be born and be a part of the change
The theme is hope for change.
What does the word latin root "liter" mean?
A. letters and word
B. recycle
C. light
D. gallon
A. letters and word
Which line in the poem contains both onomatopoeia and alliteration to convey a feeling of victory?
1 At the bat or at the goal
2 The players are nervous, the air grows cold
3 Suddenly they feel unprepared
4 Hearts are shaking, they are scared
5 BOOM! The bat breaks the barrier
6 The ball soars through the air
7 The crowd goes wild, victory is here!
Line 5
Select a theme that best aligns with what Dante learns.
Dante sat inside for lunch everyday and colored. He would make great paintings based on the stories he would read. He loved artists like Da-Vinci and Claude Monet. His paintings were precise and focused. Earlier that year, he met Zoey, another student who loved art. They had never painted together, so he invited her to paint with him at lunch. "So excited to paint with you Zoey!" he said as he got to work.
Zoey sat and with her brush made all sorts of funky lines and shapes. Dante exclaimed "that is not painting Zoey! That is a mess!" Zoey was puzzled at this. "This is just like the artists Picasso and Dali! It is different!"
Dante went home and read all about Picasso and Dali. He felt bad he embarrassed his friend. At the art studio, he met with Zoey, "Picasso is actually really good and unique! I like what you are making. I should also learn something new."
A. Don't judge something by its cover
B. Do not try new ways of doing something
C. Always bring your friends along with you
D. Trying something new has bad outcomes
A. Don't judge something by its cover