What is the best conjunction for this sentence? "Would you like ice cream _____chocolate cake for your birthday party?"
Dependent Clause
Since last year.
personification
What form of writing is this? The trees danced as the wind blew past them.
ode
an elaborately structured lyric poem praising or glorifying a person, place, thing, or idea
A direct comparison of two unlike things that have something in common
Metaphor
clause
I study hard
complex
Because of the rain, the parade was cancelled.
A word that brings clauses together.
What is a conjuction?
They're ready for the winter break.
Which of the following sentences is written correctly?
interrogative
Which type of sentence ends in a question mark?
Complex
The dog ran around the fence because his leash broke.
compound
Our class made $25 at the fundraiser, so we're going to donate it to the food bank.
verb
The boys played basketball. The word played is a...
Complex
Although he searched everywhere, Mr. Brooks could not find the keys to the computer lab.
phrase
in the play Julius Caesar
Fragment (incomplete)
With many pauses.
Simile
"He is as tall as a skyscraper." is an example of...
Independent Clause
Jim reads.
noun
School
simple
I will clean my room on Sunday.
person, thing, place, or idea
A noun is a
4
I am going to be traveling out of town tomorrow. How many verbs are in the sentence?
independent
Which type of clause can stand on its own?
The book landed with a resounding thud.
Which example is onomatopoeia?
Danny and his dinosaur
What is/are the subject(s) in this sentence? "Danny and his dinosaur played in the park."
imperative
Which type of sentence gives a command, makes a requests, or gives instructions?
There computer is brand new.
Which of the following sentences is written incorrectly?
message about life that the author expresses
The theme of the story is the
complex
Daron cleaned the whiteboard that was covered in last week's notes.
verbs
walk, crawl, run, hop, skip, jump
clause
put it on the shelf
played
Find the VERB: "My sister played with her friend."
Extreme exaggeration
Hyperbole
3
We have indoor recess this afternoon. How many nouns?
You're going to miss the bus if you don't hurry!
Which of the following sentences is written correctly?
what the story is mostly about
What is main idea?
stanza
What is the grouping of lines called in a poem?
dependent
Is this an independent or dependent clause? - If the ship arrives in the morning
compound
Darcy stayed home from school on Friday, but she still went to the dance.
simple
What kinds of tricks does your dog do, Darren?
Compound
Josh washed the car, and Paul mowed the lawn.
Hyperbole
"I've told you to clean your room a THOUSAND times today!" is an example of...
verb
All the students finished quickly. The word finished is a...
phrase
to make a good grade on the exam
abstract
skill
subordinate clause
unless you finish your homework
these
Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction.
Figure
Idioms are a _________ of speech.
him
Find the PRONOUN in this sentence: "Troy helped him rake the leaves in the park."
nouns
shoes, gloves, mittens, jackets
indoor
We have indoor recess this afternoon. The adjective is...
clause
which I had heard before
end
A suffix is found at the _____ of a word.
really
Last night the homework was really hard! The adjective is...
dependent
Is this an independent or dependent clause? - Because it is cold outside
True
True or False - a simple sentence contains an independent clause.
alliteration
The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginnings of words is ____.
night
Last night the homework was really hard! The noun is...
Noun
Our holidays passed too quickly. What part of speech is the word HOLIDAYS?
phrase
written by William Shakespeare
I think you're pretty awesome!
Which of the following sentences is written correctly?
phrase
during hurricane season
adjective
All the students finished quickly. The word all is a...
compound
I batted third in the lineup, and I hit a homerun.
describes verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs
What is an adverb?
clause
Is this a phrase or a clause? - Danny seemed sad.
person, thing, place, or idea
A noun is a
clause
let's go camping this summer
I've been reading this book forever.
Which example is a hyperbole?
speaker
someone who is the voice of the poem
We
We have indoor recess this afternoon. The noun is...
something that can be seen, heard, smelled, touched, or tasted
concrete noun
A comparison of two unlike things that have something in common using "like" or "as"
Simile
Giving human traits to non-living objects.
Personification
a belief, judgment or thought about something or someone
Opinion
nor
What is the best conjunction for this sentence? "She said she doesn't want to eat, _______does she want to drink."
metaphor
"This room is a pit" is an example of a ___.
Independent Clause
Please close the door.
Language that is not meant literally, but adds meaning to the text through a variety of ways. i.e similes, hyperbole, metaphor
What is figurative language?
verb
Run!
An annotation is a note that you make about what you are thinking about when reading a text.
What is an annotation?
Too
Which is NOT possessive?
Onomatopoeia
"Moo. Boom. Pow." are all examples of...
The narrator is a character in the story. We only hear what the narrator/main character is thinking.
First-Person
abstract
pain
It doesn't make sense on its own
How do you know if a clause is dependent?
simile
A comparison between two unlike things, usually with the words "like" or "as."
clause
since he lives in Chicago
2
What us the minimum amount of independent clauses in a compound sentence?
The kitten was so cute I died when I saw it.
Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?
phrase
faced with so many problems
complex
When I have finished all of my chores, I will sit outside for a while and read.
proper
Cowlishaw Elementary School is a _______ noun.
Only subject OR verb
Which option describes what a phrase has?
2
marker, draw, colorful, pen. There are ______ nouns.
laugh
Which of these words is a verb?
True
True or False - a complex sentence contains an independent clause and a dependent clause
His and him
Find the PRONOUNS: "His cousins went with him to school."
was
Last night the homework was really hard! The verb is...
language used to create a special effect or feeling.
Figurative Language
The overall emotion created through a work of literature.
Mood
What is the main thing the author wants to say?
Which question would be most helpful for figuring out the main idea of a text?
Dependent Clause
Because the song is pretty.
adverb
Usually ends with -ly
The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.
Alliteration
noun
Person, place, thing or idea
clause
a girl in my class
names an idea, a feeling, a quality, or a characteristic
An abstract noun:
compound-complex
What sentence structure is this? - We won the game, but my uniform was muddy because it rained the entire time
The person telling the story.
Narrator
onomatopoeia
Click, crash, boom, snap, sizzle are examples of ___.
Allusion
A reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance.
to state in a shortened form
Summarize
Language that appeals to the senses
Sensory Details/ Imagery
1
How many independent clauses do simple sentences have?
A subject and a verb
What does a clause HAVE to have.
Complex
As long as she had a book, she didn't care if her friends weren't there.
Simple
The puppy ran and played at the park.
Rachel smiled like a Cheshire cat.
Which sentence contains a simile?
Preposition
I have been studying for two hours. What part of speech is the word FOR?
colorful
marker, draw, colorful, pen. The adjective is...
adverb
slowly
common
Nike is a proper noun, but shoes are _____ nouns.
True
True or False - a compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a comma and a coordinating conjunction OR a semicolon.
declarative
Which type of sentence makes a statement?
clause
I understand
adjective
colorful
adjective
describes a noun
complex
When I grow up, I want to be a fireman.
verbs
quickly, slowly, shyly, quietly, loudly
complex
When I get home from school, I'm going to take a nap.
the way that a story is organized
text structure
compound
I want some new shoes, but I haven't saved enough money yet.
dependent
Is this an independent or dependent clause? - If the ship arrives in the morning
Subject and verb
Which option describes what a clause has?
simple
What sentence structure is this? - The chicken restaurant is closed on Sundays.
school
Find the NOUN in this sentence: "The school is so quiet."
abstract
Which type of noun describes an idea?
the events that make up a fictional story
plot
taught
What is past tense of "teach"?
noun
The boys played basketball. The word boys is a...
Suffix
A word part added to the ending of a root.
Complex
We enjoyed some cake after we ate dinner.
so
What is the best conjunction for this sentence? "We are in the library, ________we can't watch a movie."
simple
Kelsey, Keith, and Caroline are going to the park after school.
Compound
I came down with a fever, so I stayed home for ten days.
We, recess and afternoon
We have indoor recess this afternoon. The noun(s) is/are...
It is a subordinate clause.
Decide whether the following in parenthesis is a main clause or a subordinate clause: (When I went to work), my dog ate my shoes.
phrase
Is this a phrase or a clause? - in the window
the events in a novel, movie, etc
Plot
clause
before exams start
Johnny
What is the subject in the following sentence: Johnny played with his dinosaur at the park."
Idiom
Phrases or expressions that don't mean exactly what the words say. There is a hidden meaning.
It makes sense on its own
How do you know if a clause is independent?
pronouns
I, we, he, she, they are special kinds of nouns called...
independent clause
the dog barked loudly
Verb
The storm raged furiously. What part of speech is the word RAGED?
clause
after we discussed it
Independent Clause
No, you can't.
complex
I will make the salad if you will make the lemonade.
main idea
The broad thing that a piece of writing is about is called the
abstract nouns
Which term describes something that you can't touch, but you can still talk about?
verb
The snowman melted in the hot sun. The word melted is a...
phrase
eating ice cream on a hot day
Independent Clause
Why are the students so loud?
concrete
FILL IN THE BLANK: A ______________ noun is a physical thing that can be experienced with the five senses.
Adverb
Are you nearly ready for the party? What part of speech is the word NEARLY?
something real or true
Fact
claim
The ___ is the main idea of a piece of writing.
True
True or False - a compound-complex sentences contains 2 independent clauses and one dependent clause.
Language that goes beyond the literal meaning of words.
Figurative Language
When we went to the fair, (I rode the carousel).
Pick the answer that has the main clause in parenthesis.
before the FANBOYS
When using a FANBOYS to join two complete sentences, where does the comma go?
clause
what I wish for every day
Last
Last night the homework was really hard! The adjective is...
subordinate clause
when the sun sets
Simple
The puppy and kitten played together.
A comparison using like or as.
Simile
Metaphor
"He is a shining star." is an example of..
noun
The boys played basketball. The word basketball is a ...
Appealing to the senses to help the reader picture what you are talking about.
Imagery
did
What is past tense of "do"?
compound-complex
What sentence structure is this? - When I grow up, I want to be a ballerina, so my mom is proud of me.
phrase
here is the book
adjective
The snowman melted in the hot sun. The word hot is a...
personification
Giving human qualities to an animal, object, or abstract idea.
Compound
Bring an umbrella today, so you don't get soaked.
phrase
to play guitar
tone
the poet's attitude toward the poem's speaker, reader, or subject matter; mood
noun
The snowman melted in the hot sun. The word snowman is a...
Writing that is factual (true), not fictional. This type of writing describe people & places that are 'real' and events that really happened.
nonfiction
clause
will you turn down the music
Dependent Clause
Though she got a B.
bumblebee
Find the concrete noun.
clause
when I get home
4
I like the pizza we get on Fridays! There are ______ nouns.
and
What is the best conjunction for this sentence? "I would like some apples, bananas______oranges, please."
phrase
my favorite novel
stanza
a group of lines within a poem, usually set off from others by a blank line or indentation
Potato
How do you spell the name of the object in the photo?
is nervous about the audition
Ben is auditioning for a part in the school play. He's been fine all day, but right before the audition he says he feel sick. You might infer Ben_____...
compound
What sentence structure is this? - We went to the park; it was muddy.
Dependent Clause
After the party is over.
verb
I like the pizza we get on Fridays! Like is a...
Told from the viewpoint of one of the characters using the pronouns "I", "me", "my", & "we"
first person point of view
compound
I got in trouble, so I can't go to the party.
alliteration
"Jenny jinxed Johnny's jolly job" is an example of ___.
clause
so I get good grades
compound-complex
If I fail English, I will not graduate, and my life will be over!
Adverb
She spoke loudly at the pep assembly. What part of speech is the word LOUDLY?
noun
I like the pizza we get on Fridays! Pizza is a...
Complex
Bri cannot go to school until she feels better.
Kayla
Find the subject in the following sentence: "Kayla went to school yesterday."
True
True or False: People's names (first, middle, and last) should always be capitalized.
Root
The main part of a word that holds the basic meaning.
onomatopoeia
The use of words which actually sound like the objects or actions to which they refer.
complex
If I want a good grade, I'll have to study more.
A reference to a statement, a person, a place, or an event from literature, history, religion, mythology, politics, sports, or science.
Allusion
clause
please call me soon
Its
Which is possessive?
independent clause
the movie was boring
action word
A verb is a
verb
action word
alliteration
The repetition of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.
adjectives
Many, few, lots, hundreds
compound-complex
When I graduate, I want to go to college, but first I want to travel.
Compound-Complex
Since he was grounded, he couldn't see or answer any texts, and he felt isolated.
have
We have indoor recess this afternoon. The verb is...
independent clause
here is the book
draw
marker, draw, colorful, pen. The verb is...
Free verse
___ ___ poetry has no rhyme or rhythm.
Prefix
A word part added to the beginning of a root.
Nancy heard the last piece of pie calling her name.
Which example is personification?
metaphor
A figure of speech that implies a comparison between two unlikely things.
Complex
Because they were late, Gina and Ryan burst through the doors to their seats.
The attitude that a writer takes toward the audience, a subject, or a character.
Tone
subordinate clause
before the concert started
The fire hungrily ate the house.
Which sentence uses personification?
The repeated message (or lesson) in a text that helps the reader understand more about life or human behavior.
theme
compound-complex
What sentence structure is this? - Sarah cried when her cat became ill, but he soon recovered from his affliction.
to say that something is larger or greater than it really is; "to stretch the truth"
exaggerate
Compound
I like playing basketball, and my brother likes playing tennis.
compound
The person in the middle is my cousin Josie, and the one to her left is Uncle Timothy.
word that describes a noun
An adjective is a
using logic to read between the lines.
Inferencing means __________.
hyperbole
An exaggerated statement used to emphasize an idea or make a point.
A comparison betwee two very unlike things without using the words like or as
Metaphor
adverb
All the students finished quickly. The word quickly is a...
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