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Vocabulary
Evaluating Literature
Grammar
Poetry
Figurative Language
100
without guilt
innocent
100
the exact meaning of a word
literal
100
A linking word
What is a conjunction
100
What do these two lines of poetry show about the boys in the poem? We stand our ground, Rooted like two trees.
They are stubborn
100
What does innocent as a lamb mean?
very young/ fresh
200
to follow an order
obey
200
to decide on the quality of something
evaluate
200
3 examples of common conjunctions
and, or, and but
200
What feeling is the author trying to show with the lines: Closing in, I bare my teeth, And you extend your claws.
anger or aggression
200
When you say someone is going to be "a shining star" at something, what does it mean?
That they are going to do a good job!
300
to send away or punish by making someone leave
banish
300
a reason for doing something
purpose
300
Can you combine two thoughts with a comma?
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! DON'T DO IT!!!!! :X
300
What do these lines tell you about how the boys in the poem feel about each other? Closing in, I bare my teeth, And you extend your claws. Thrashing, gnashing, We circle 'round To find the others' flaws.
They don't get along
300
What shows someone might become a great writer? a. they want to be in a play b. they make up wonderful stories c. they are good at memorizing d. they're happy
b
400
someone who leaves their country to seek safety
refugee
400
an answer or reply
response
400
Combine these two sentences: Kylie waited for the bus. It stopped snowing.
While Kylie waited for the bus, it stopped snowing.
400
Based on the following lines, why do you think the author wrote the poem? But what if we paused Looking closely at the prize? Eyeing, trying, Is there enough for two angry guys?
He thinks the boys might be able to get along and wants the reader to think about it
400
Which trait tells directly about someone's personality? a. they number of sisters and brothers they have b. their birthday c. their friend's name d. an action that they do
d
500
people's beliefs about a government and its plans
politics
500
a group of words that appeals to one of your senses
imagery
500
Fix the sentences: The soccer game was yesterday. Kate and John being two of the players.
The soccer game was yesterday. Kate and John were two of the players.
500
Based on these lines, what does the speaker believe? Perhaps it's not too much to ask Or not too much to dream. Clearing, hearing, Could it be Old enemies form a team?
People can resolve their differences
500
What do you need to do in order to prepare for your test tomorrow?
Review your notes and relax